Summary
- The ongoing Iran conflict has led to proposals for a costly oil shipping toll through the Strait of Hormuz, but such measures are economically unsustainable.
- Freight rates for VLCCs on the Middle East–China route have surged from $1.4 million to $5 million per trip, with tolls further eroding margins.
- Prolonged conflict and higher equilibrium oil prices could drive structural inflation, posing significant risks to global markets, especially in Asia.
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Investment Thesis
About to complete a month, there are still a few signs of an agreement to end the war in Iran. Recently, President Trump announced a 5-day truce to carry out negotiations; however, news coming
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