IRAN RECEIVES FIRST REVENUE FROM HORMUZ STRAIT FEES 'THE FIRST REVENUE RECEIVED FROM THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ TOLLS WAS DEPOSITED INTO THE CENTRAL BANK ACCOUNT' — IRAN'S SECOND DEP PARLIAMENT SPEAKER HAJI BABAEI…

Iran has deposited its first revenue from tolls collected in the Strait of Hormuz into the Central Bank, as confirmed by Parliament Deputy Speaker Haji Babaei, signaling a formalization of charges for vessel transits. This move introduces a new geopolitical risk premium into global energy logistics, as the strait handles about 20% of global oil shipments, potentially affecting maritime insurance costs and shipping route calculations. The policy could tighten regional capital flows and elevate risk premiums on Middle Eastern energy assets, particularly if enforcement leads to delays or disputes over navigation rights. Markets will watch for any response from international maritime organizations or coalition naval deployments, which could escalate tensions or trigger rerouting of crude tankers. The next key catalyst is the upcoming International Maritime Organization meeting, where member states may address the legality and impact of Iran’s toll imposition.

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