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The war in the Middle East reignites the risk of a blockade in Hormuz
XTB analysts warn that the new phase of the Iran-US war, focused on the Strait of Hormuz, raises the risk of oil supply disruptions.
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The Japanese yen weakens against most currencies due to rising oil prices after Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. The BoJ keeps rates at 1%.
XTB analysts warn that the new phase of the Iran-US war, focused on the Strait of Hormuz, raises the risk of oil supply disruptions.
Ibex 35 drops 0.25% to 19,335.7 points due to rising oil prices after the closure of the Hormuz Strait. Repsol leads gains, while banking and tourism suffer.
Brent rises 3.78% to $78.88 after Hormuz blockade. The Ibex 35 falls 0.40% and Asian markets plummet.
Brent trades between $76 and $77, gaining weekly due to US-Iran clashes in Hormuz, though oversupply limits rises.