Gulf of Hormuz Disruption Affects 14% of Global Oil Supply

The latest outage in the Gulf of Hormuz has impacted roughly 14% of global oil and natural gas supplies, creating a daily shortfall of 15.5 million barrels. In response to the deficit, alternative pipeline routes were activated and strategic reserves were tapped, helping to partially offset the supply gap. The sudden drop in demand has reshaped market dynamics. Lower consumption eased the excess supply and supported efforts to stabilize prices. This development once again demonstrates how quickly volatility can spread across energy markets. Investors continue to closely monitor the regional risks and their global implications. This is not investment advice.