"We're approaching unheard of inventory levels. I mean, really, really low levels. Once you get to that point, then you'll see price shoot up. Once you get to that really low inventory level, up to $150, $160." - Neil Chapman, SVP at Exxon.

Analysts warn record inventory drawdowns, collapsing Hormuz exports, and rising summer fuel demand are tightening markets far faster than expected.

The price of physical Brent oil cargoes will spike to $150 to $160 per barrel once inventories hit all-time lows, Exxon executive Neil Chapman said.