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A widening conflict in the Middle East has triggered dramatic swings and surges in marine fuel prices, leading bunker fuel distributors in Singapore — the world’s top bunkering hub — to cut back purchases. Reduced buying in Singapore risks tightening regional fuel availability and increasing shipping fuel costs, creating near-term volatility for shipping and energy-related sectors.

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A widening conflict in the Middle East has triggered dramatic swings and surges in marine fuel prices, leading bunker fuel distributors in Singapore — the world’s top bunkering hub — to cut back purchases. Reduced buying in Singapore risks tightening regional fuel availability and increasing shipping fuel costs, creating near-term volatility for shipping and energy-related sectors.

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