The world's oil stockpiles could approach all-time lows by the end of May due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, according to UBS.

Consumers have tapped surplus oil-on-water and near-record stocks to mitigate supply losses from Hormuz's near-closure. But such draws are becoming unsustainable.

The world's oil stockpiles could approach all-time lows by the end of May due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, according to UBS.

Oil prices could top $130-$140 a barrel next month if the strait remains closed and inventory depletion rates remain steady, according to Capital Economics.

Strait of Hormuz faces potential closure, impacting oil stockpiles. Traffic normal by July 31 at 42.5% YES, Bab el-Mandeb Strait closed by May 31 at 5% YES.

The IEA has warned that global oil supplies are depleting at a record pace, with the Strait of Hormuz closure driving the worst supply shock in decades