The beginning of December presents a fluctuating outlook for crude oil freight rates, notably in the VLCC category. While concerns arise from an increase in vessel supply, the Aframax segment stands out with promising demand growth. In the 'Dirty' segment, VLCC and Suezmax rates show signs of stabilization, but Aframax Med rates face continued downward pressure. The 'Clean' segment experiences challenges, especially in MR vessel sizes, with a decline in Russian clean exports. Vessel supply sees an upward trend, particularly in VLCC figures. Despite the uncertainties, there is a notable improvement in sentiment compared to previous weeks. The LR2 and Panamax categories exhibit varying trends, with MR rates showing mixed results. Overall, the report emphasizes the nuanced dynamics in crude oil freight markets, with contrasting trends in rates, supply, and demand across different vessel segments.