Stapczynski reports that traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is effectively halted, with no oil, LNG, or LPG getting out. Iran sent messages to ships saying the strait was closed, and five LNG tankers turned around. The physical market is tightening daily, and prices could rise further if no peace deal is reached in 48 hours.
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Stephen Stapczynski 3.0
4/20/2026 7:38:52 AM
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If Iran attacks more ships or declares the strait totally closed, or if the US attacks infrastructure, prices could rise above $100 Brent.
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