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Oil prices face surge risk as Strait of Hormuz closure drains inventories

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Oil prices are currently lower than many predicted, but this stability is precarious and relies heavily on the Strait of Hormuz reopening soon. Analysts warn that if the strait remains closed through the summer, dwindling global oil inventories could lead to significant price spikes, potentially reaching $130-$150 per barrel by Labor Day and even higher if the conflict extends into 2027. This situation poses a risk to economic stability and could cause a resurgence in gasoline prices ahead of the midterm elections. AI

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Oil prices face surge risk as Strait of Hormuz closure drains inventories

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Geman ·

    When oil prices could get even worse

    <p>Oil prices have defied predictions of even bigger increases than we've seen — but the markets' shock absorbers could easily wear out later this summer unless the Strait of Hormuz opens soon, analysts warn.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>If the stockpiles run too low an…

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