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Today’s Daily Energy Markets examined whether the Iran-US MOU can sustain regional stability and if oil markets are underpricing lingering geopolitical and logistical risks. Brian Pieri argued physical markets remain tighter than futures imply, James Lear highlighted geopolitical pricing, Daejin Lee assessed Korea’s energy security, while Jolyon Welsh questioned the durability of the ceasefire.

Oil markets extended their decline as optimism over the Strait of Hormuz reopening outweighed supply concerns. Ramin Lakhani highlighted the possibility of a historic US-Iran rapprochement but warned lasting peace remains fragile. June Goh noted Asia has shifted from shortages to surplus crude. Peter McGuire said markets are refocusing on Fed policy, inflation and equity volatility.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast focused on the sharp decline in oil prices following the U.S.-Iran agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Mike McGlone forecast crude could slide toward $50 on oversupply and weakening commodities. Laury Haytayan said Iran’s 60-day export waiver rewards Tehran and could unleash additional barrels. Toby Copson warned volatility remains, with traders focused on geopolitics, Russian disruptions, and evolving Asian energy demand.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets explored whether markets are underestimating the risk of renewed Middle East tensions despite optimism surrounding the Iran-US MOU. Joining guest host Paul Hickin, Omar Najia warned geopolitical threats remain underpriced, Sara Akbar highlighted AI-driven energy demand and shifting GCC alliances, while Osama Rizvi argued emerging economies will continue to underpin long-term oil demand growth.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast, moderated by Frank Kane, examined whether President Trump’s Iran ceasefire deal can secure lasting stability in the Strait of Hormuz and what it means for energy markets. Anne-Sophie Corbeau highlighted LNG recovery challenges, Gemma Parker warned of a growing oil surplus, while Anoop Singh mapped the tanker capacity required to restore Gulf crude and LNG exports.

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Have oil markets prematurely priced in an Iranian supply comeback? That was the central question on today’s Daily Energy Markets. Mukesh Sahdev challenged the narrative of an impending supply surge, citing depleted regional inventories and the likelihood of renewed Chinese stockpiling. Niamh McBurney described the agreement as a major win for Iran while warning Israel remains the key spoiler. Bill Farren-Price doubted the political feasibility of full sanctions relief and suggested Middle East risk premiums are unlikely to disappear anytime soon.

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Today’s Daily Energy Markets examined whether the Iran-US MOU can deliver a lasting reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as markets await critical details. Omar Al-Ubaydli warned that Gulf security risks remain unresolved, Michelle Bockmann highlighted the slow return of tanker traffic, and Andrei Belyi assessed how the Russia-Ukraine war continues reshaping global energy trade.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets asked whether the Iran-US de-escalation agreement can secure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz or if Israel remains the key spoiler. Danial Rahmat highlighted Iran’s focus on rebuilding resilience and exports. Raad Alkadiri called it a fragile ceasefire extension, while Jorge Montepeque and Omar Najia debated whether markets are underestimating geopolitical risks.