Oil Glut Predictions May Be Premature Amid Ongoing Strait of Hormuz Risks
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Irina Slav
Summary
Crude oil prices are falling as the Strait of Hormuz reopens faster than expected, leading analysts to predict a return to oversupply. However, ongoing geopolitical risks — including Iran's refusal to negotiate with the U.S., recent strikes on ships in Hormuz, and record U.S. output — suggest the market may be underestimating supply vulnerabilities. Morgan Stanley analysts note the market has "come full circle" back to surplus concerns, but the situation remains uncertain.
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bskyOil Glut Predictions May Be Premature Amid Ongoing Strait of Hormuz Risksoilprice.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledThe Strait is reopening faster than expected, yet the 'twin solvers' of high US exports and low Chinese imports remain in place.
As attention turns to 2027, the market has come full circle – back to surplus.
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