Strait of Hormuz attack raises risk of fresh oil-price swings
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Renewed attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and subsequent U.S. strikes on Iranian targets increase the probability of supply and transit disruptions at a critical energy chokepoint. Vessel traffic has reportedly fallen sharply versus pre-conflict levels, amplifying freight, insurance, and delivery risks. With Brent already up roughly 5% versus pre-conflict levels, heightened geopolitical risk can translate into near-term volatility across oil and broader risk assets.
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ME News reported that on July 12 (UTC+8), a commercial vessel was attacked again in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday local time. The United States responded with a new round of strikes on Iranian targets, further lifting Middle East tensions and setting the stage for heightened volatility in international oil markets when trading reopens on Sunday.
Shipping data shows daily transits through the Strait have fallen to 22 vessels, down sharply from more than 130 per day before the conflict. Brent crude ended the week near $76 a barrel, about 5% above pre-conflict levels.
The report said Iran is demanding that commercial ships use designated routes under its control. Vessels choosing paths closer to the Omani coast under U.S. escort have continued to come under attack. Analysts noted that while oil remains well below the wartime peak of nearly $120 a barrel, Iran has again underscored its ability to sway global energy markets through actions in the Strait of Hormuz. (Source: BlockBeats)
