Europe gas stocks could turn critical if Hormuz shut for 1–3 months, Equinor says

A disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz lasting 1-3 months could leave Europe facing a critical shortfall in gas stocks, according to Equinor executives. Low inventories and distorted pricing are slowing restocking efforts, raising the risk of a broader European energy market shock. The warning points to higher gas price volatility and potential supply stress if the shipping disruption persists.

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A disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz lasting 1-3 months could leave Europe facing a critical shortfall in gas stocks, according to Equinor executives. Low inventories and distorted pricing are slowing restocking efforts, raising the risk of a broader European energy market shock. The warning points to higher gas price volatility and potential supply stress if the shipping disruption persists.