Key Insights
In 2024, the Strait of Hormuz facilitated the passage of approximately 20 million barrels of oil per day, accounting for about 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption.
Following the onset of conflict in February 2026, commercial vessel transits through the strait plummeted from an average of 93 per day to just five on June 21, 2026.
Brent crude prices surged to a four-year high of $126 per barrel in mid-March 2026, driven by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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The recent ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran is expected to lead to a gradual resumption of tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, c...
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Short-Term
The recent ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran has led to a gradual resumption of tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to a decline in oil prices. However, the full normalization of oil flows is expected to take several months, and prices may remain elevated due to lingering geopolitical risks.
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