23 Jan 2012 | 04:45 UTC — London

Platts to suspend basis analysis on PGA page 156

Platts proposes to cease publication of page 156 on Platts Global Alert, titled "Platts Crude/Product Basis Analysis," with effect from April 1, 2012.

The page carries comparison data showing the difference between certain Platts spot market assessments for crude oil and refined products, and futures contracts of different maturity dates.

Please send any questions or comments by March 1 to PGA@platts.com.