Oil market faces oversupply as Strait of Hormuz flows resume
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Global / Strait of Hormuz
June 24, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 26/25/2026, 5:30:50 AM
Oil markets are weakening due to increased supply from the Strait of Hormuz. Chinese demand has collapsed, contributing to the surplus. Brent crude prices have fallen below US$75 a barrel.
- Earlier version 16/25/2026, 5:20:48 AM
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