Gulf crude flows hold near prewar levels as Hormuz tensions show signs of easing
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G7's planned release of 100m barrels from strategic reserves aims to cap crude-driven inflation, but refined-product tightness remains acute as Russia extends a diesel export ban (shipments down ~40%) and China limits exports. JP Morgan data suggesting Gulf exports are only ~11% below prewar levels points to easing Strait of Hormuz disruption risk, yet tanker transit and diplomacy remain fragile, keeping energy risk premia elevated.
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G7 countries agreed to release 100 million barrels from strategic reserves to help cool oil prices, while Russia extended a diesel export ban that has pushed its shipments down about 40%. A JP Morgan note said total Gulf exports have fallen by roughly 11% from prewar levels even after factoring in Iranian output constrained by a U.S. blockade. The report also pointed to signs that tensions around the Strait of Hormuz may be easing.
