Oil traders

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Last mentioned: 1d ago

Timeline

  1. Glut Forecasts

    Analysts predict an oversupplied oil market for 2026 due to rising non-OPEC production.

  2. Supply Shocks

    Unexpected disruptions and sanctions begin tightening the physical crude market.

  3. Iran Risk Hedging

    Traders rush to buy protection against potential US military escalation in Iran.

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Commodities Bearish

Oil Traders Hedge Iran Geopolitical Risk Amid Strongest Price Surge Since 2022

Crude oil markets are experiencing their most volatile and bullish start to a year since 2022, driven by supply shocks and tightening sanctions. Traders are now aggressively purchasing insurance against the risk of direct US military action against Iran, shifting the market narrative from a predicted surplus to an immediate deficit concern.

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