The 8 Million Barrel Oil Gap And What It Means For Markets

Over half of global oil flows are being affected by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting acute fragility in supply despite the US now being a net exporter. The piece warns of meaningful upside risk to oil markets and supply-chain stress; the author disputes 'demand destruction' claims, noting consumption rose even when oil exceeded $100/bbl in the 2010s.

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Over half of global oil flows are being affected by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting acute fragility in supply despite the US now being a net exporter. The piece warns of meaningful upside risk to oil markets and supply-chain stress; the author disputes 'demand destruction' claims, noting consumption rose even when oil exceeded $100/bbl in the 2010s.