Wood Mackenzie: Strait of Hormuz Closure Could Trigger Energy Shock

Wood Mackenzie has warned that a closure of the Strait of Hormuz could lead to the most significant global energy supply shock in decades, given that approximately 20% of the world's oil passes through this critical chokepoint. Such a disruption would likely trigger a spike in oil prices due to heightened risk premiums and supply concerns, impacting the energy market significantly. The oil and gas sectors, particularly those reliant on Middle Eastern crude, would be most exposed to these developments. Traders will be closely watching geopolitical tensions in the region and any potential military or diplomatic actions that could escalate or de-escalate the situation.

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