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Oil prices projected to remain high amid Iran conflict
Oil markets are facing sustained high prices as the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran shows no signs of immediate resolution. Brent crude futures for January 2027 are trading at approximately $102.59 per barrel, significantly higher than the sub-$70 levels seen in late 2025.
Market volatility is driven by tight supply and a persistent war premium. Despite reports of recovering oil flows from the Persian Gulf, a lack of trust in official figures and the use of costly ship-to-ship transfers to bypass disruptions have kept the tanker market tight and freight costs high. Additionally, Iran continues to strike tankers in the Strait of Hormuz on a near-daily basis.
The situation for refined fuels, particularly diesel, remains critical. Retaliatory strikes by Iran targeting Middle Eastern refineries have disrupted fuel flows, contributing to a tightening global supply.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The International Energy Agency states the conflict has created the largest supply disruption in global oil market history. www.europesays.com · www.worldfinance.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Shipments through the Strait of Hormuz averaged about 14 million barrels per day. aftabnews.ir
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 40 percent of non-Iranian crude exports from the Persian Gulf passed through the Strait of Hormuz in September. aftabnews.ir
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Oil exports from the Persian Gulf exceeded 24 million barrels per day in the week ending October 18. aftabnews.ir
- [● 2 SOURCES] Current estimates suggest a loss of approximately 10 million barrels of oil per day. www.europesays.com · www.worldfinance.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Strait of Hormuz could become redundant within five years due to strategic investments in alternative routes. aftabnews.ir