Strait of Hormuz still shut, oil era reshaped — accumulate energy stocks like Exxon and Chevron
The Strait of Hormuz — the world's most important oil shipping lane — has been shut down since the Iran war broke out in February, causing a severe global energy shock. Even if a ceasefire is reached, analysts warn that cheap oil may be gone for good.
Idea
The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly a fifth of the world's oil, and it's been closed for months. That's not a blip — it's a full-blown supply crunch. What makes this trade interesting is that even if peace talks succeed, oil may stay expensive because the war has permanently reshaped supply routes and spooked producers. Energy stocks like Exxon and Chevron still trade at modest valuations relative to their earnings, so there's room to run. The broad energy ETF (XLE) gives you diversified exposure without betting on a single company's pipeline.