OIL PRICES UP: Uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz continues to cloud the market’s long- and medium-term outlook, with crude oil trading at more than $105 a barrel yesterday.

Oil prices rose above $105 per barrel amid escalating tensions over the security of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. The uncertainty is tightening perceived supply risk, particularly for Middle Eastern crude exports, and is driving a risk premium into forward oil curves. This supply disruption channel is most directly impacting Brent and WTI futures, as well as shipping and insurance markets in the region. Investors are also repricing exposure to energy equities and emerging market debt in oil-dependent Gulf economies. Traders will watch upcoming EIA inventory data and any updates from OPEC+ on production adjustments as near-term catalysts for price direction.

Crude oil (WTI/Brent) reacts in real time to OPEC+ production decisions, EIA weekly inventory reports, geopolitical supply disruptions (Middle East, Russia, Venezuela) and US Strategic Petroleum Reserve announcements. A 5% intraday move on breaking news is not unusual.

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