VESSEL-TRACKING DATA SHOWED TRAFFIC THROUGH THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ FELL AFTER IRAN SEIZED TWO SHIPS ON WEDNESDAY, TIGHTENING ITS GRIP ON THE KEY WATERWAY, REUTERS REPORTED.

Vessel-tracking data cited by Reuters showed a decline in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz following Iran's seizure of two ships on Wednesday, escalating regional tensions. The move has tightened Iran’s control over the strategic waterway, triggering a risk-off response in energy markets due to the potential for supply disruption in one of the world’s most critical oil transit chokepoints. Brent crude futures and shipping insurance rates for vessels transiting the region are particularly exposed, as any prolonged restriction could force rerouting or reduce confidence in maritime security. Traders are closely watching the next International Energy Agency (IEA) oil market report for revisions to supply and demand balances in the Persian Gulf. Additionally, any further naval incidents or official statements from major oil importers regarding convoy coordination will likely influence near-term risk pricing.

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