Hormuz Intervention Fails to Sway Oil Market
Oil prices were unaffected by a US plan to guide vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran signaled non-cooperation and maritime incidents continued.
04 May 2026
Oil prices were unaffected by a US plan to guide vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran signaled non-cooperation and maritime incidents continued.
Oil prices hit $120/barrel amid US blockade on Iran, signaling Strait of Hormuz disruption & global economic impact.
IEA's record 400 million barrel oil release failed to stabilize prices, which rose 10% to $100/barrel.