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Geopolitical Score 85 Bearish

Brent Hits $118 as Hormuz Shock Blows Out Spread With WTI

Mar 31, 2026 14:40 UTC
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Brent crude prices surged past $118 per barrel as geopolitical tensions in the Hormuz Strait widened the spread between Brent and WTI. The situation highlights the region's critical role in global oil markets.

  • Brent crude hits $118 due to Hormuz Strait tensions
  • Widening spread between Brent and WTI indicates supply disruption

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