Crude Oil Price Hits Lowest Since Middle East Conflict
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Crude oil prices for Brent fell below $75 per barrel, the lowest level since the end of February, due to expectations that the Strait of Hormuz will soon operate normally. Brent crude oil prices dropped nearly 4% and US WTI crude oil fell 3.5% in trading on June 24.
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Background & Analysis Scope
- Brent crude oil price fell below $75 per barrel, the lowest level since the end of February.
Analysis scope
- Global oil market and oil-dependent industries.
Impact mechanism
- Expectation of the Hormuz Strait soon operating normally → Reduced pressure on oil prices → Brent crude oil price decreased by nearly 4%.
Surprise level of the news
- Very high, as there was still a risk of oil supply disruption earlier.
- Industry/Stock Groups Benefiting or Under Pressure:
- Benefiting:
- Energy production and distribution companies.
- Oil-dependent industries such as chemicals, plastics, and paper.
- Under Pressure:
- Energy production and distribution companies with high oil revenue ratios.
- Oil-dependent industries with high oil cost ratios.
Risks to watch
- Risk of future oil supply disruptions.
- Risk of changes in energy policies of countries.
- Short-term Timeframe:
- In the short term, oil prices may continue to fall due to expectations of the Hormuz Strait operating normally.
- However, it is essential to closely monitor the situation to determine when oil prices will rise again.
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Crude oil Brent prices fell below $75 per barrel, the lowest level since late February, as expectations of the Hormuz Strait returning to normal operation grew.