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Iran shuts critical oil route — momentum play on oil ETFs

Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed after an incident with an unauthorized vessel. This is one of the most critical oil shipping routes in the world, and any disruption or threat to its operation immediately puts upward pressure on oil prices.

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The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly a fifth of the world's daily oil supply. When a major supplier threatens to close the route, energy markets react swiftly to price in potential shortages. This type of sudden geopolitical premium creates a momentum spike in oil prices, and the companies that produce and refine oil tend to ride that wave higher until the situation de-escalates.

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