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Oil Market Volatility

Updated 2026-07-08 18:25 UTC 2 sources Negative

The Strait of Hormuz is back into full conflict conditions, causing oil prices to surge. Energy markets are expected to remain volatile even without further disruptions.

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MarketWatch

Oil surges as Strait of Hormuz is back into ‘full conflict conditions’

Even without further disruption, volatility is here to stay for energy markets

2026-07-08 18:14 UTC