A convoy of eight tankers, including a very large crude carrier, was reported transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, according to vessel-tracking data, as owners seek to take advantage of a brief ceasefire window in the Iran conflict. The passage of these ships through a key chokepoint for Middle East exports may ease some immediate supply concerns for Oil – Brent Crude and Oil – US Crude, though geopolitical risks in the region remain elevated.
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Over the past month, Oil – Brent Crude has fallen about 17%, reflecting reduced risk premiums and demand uncertainty, even as its 1-day technical stance is currently a cautious Buy. Oil – US Crude is down roughly 10% over the same period, with its short-term technical picture signaling Hold, suggesting traders remain wary of further volatility tied to Gulf shipping flows.
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