The collapse of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding and renewed disruption to tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz have breathed new life into physical crude markets. Mideast cash prices have strengthened sharply, Dubai's market structure has surged and traders are once again pricing supply risk into regional crude differentials.
Spot Oil Market Awakens, But Fate of Hormuz Poses Real Test
Spot oil markets stirred this week, but look poised for a bigger breakout if the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed.








