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Crude oil prices surge over 11% amid prolonged supply risks from Strait of Hormuz disruptions.

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18 May 2026
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Crude oil futures jumped significantly last week, with July WTI crude rising over 11% to $101.16 and Brent crude up more than 8.5% to $109.71. The surge is driven by ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, causing tighter supply and falling U.S. oil inventories. Stalled U.S.-Iran talks and military tensions add upward pressure on prices, signaling a market shift from expecting a quick resolution to pricing in prolonged supply constraints. Key resistance levels for WTI are $103.78 and $110.93, while Brent faces tests at $115.24 and $119.44, with further rallies possible if these are breached. The market will closely watch upcoming U.S. inventory reports and diplomatic developments for direction.

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