Crude Plunges as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Reopens Hormuz, But Structural Supply Risks Remain
Note: This section contains information in English only.
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:21:33 GMT
Source: Dukascopy Bank SA
Global energy markets experienced a sharp downside correction early Monday as the geopolitical risk premium evaporated following news of a preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The deal, which establishes a 60-day ceasefire in exchange for lifting U.S. sanctions on Iranian crude, triggered an immediate selloff that pushed WTI down over 5% to the $80 level and Brent down 4.6%. While ship-tracking data confirms an Indian-chartered LNG tanker is already navigating the corridor to test the waters, this bearish price action masks underlying structural supply fragilities.
For further information regarding potential cooperation, please call us or make callback request.
To learn more about Dukascopy Bank Binary Options
/ Forex trading platform, SWFX and other trading related information, please call us or make callback request.
To learn more about Crypto Trading / CFD / Forex trading platform, SWFX and other trading related information, please call us or make callback request.
To learn more about Business Introducer and other trading related information, please call us or make callback request.
For further information regarding potential cooperation, please call us or make callback request.