Iran war may end but cheap oil isn't coming back — accumulate energy stocks
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 peace deal is reached soon, analysts believe oil prices won't return to their old levels anytime soon.
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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has choked off the world's most critical oil shipping route, and even ceasefire talks may not bring back cheap oil. Experts are now saying the era of $60 oil is over, meaning energy companies could earn fatter profits for a long time to come. Meanwhile, spiking inflation in Europe confirms that higher energy costs are already rippling through the global economy. That combination — sustained high oil prices plus rising inflation expectations — is exactly the environment where major oil producers like Chevron and Exxon tend to shine. An ETF like XLE lets you spread your bet across the whole sector rather than picking a single winner.