Read: Why the UAE left Opec

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that it would withdraw from the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) after 60 years of membership.

OPEC is an organization made up primarily of Gulf oil exporters that oversees oil production and has a major influence on world prices.

UAE’s sudden departure appears to be a blow to the group and their departure could impact you and your pocketbook as well.