HORMUZ RISK PUTS GLOBAL JET FUEL SUPPLY ON EDGE Melius warns that any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could severely hit jet fuel supply—one of the least flexible parts of the oil market.

Melius has indicated that potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could significantly impact global jet fuel supply, which is characterized by its inflexibility compared to other oil products. This risk is primarily transmitted through supply disruption, as the Strait is a critical chokepoint for oil and refined products. Jet fuel markets, particularly in the Middle East and regions dependent on imports from this area, are most exposed due to their reliance on stable supply chains. Traders will be closely watching geopolitical developments and any escalations in tensions that could threaten shipping routes in the region.

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