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Approaching 1 billion barrels lost, the supply shock is reshaping oil markets

Afro_Brokerages / April 30, 2026

(By Oil & Gas 360) – In just over 60 days, the Iran war didn’t just rattle markets; it physically […]

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Hormuz: The chokepoint the world can’t afford to leave unsecured

Afro_Brokerages / April 13, 2026

(By Oil & Gas 360) – The Strait of Hormuz has always mattered. What’s changed is that the world is being reminded, […]

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Australia considers emergency powers to protect domestic gas supply

Afro_Brokerages / April 2, 2026

(Oil Price) – Australia’s government intends to consider using emergency powers to protect domestic natural gas supply in case of a shortfall on […]

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Oil’s surge above $100 highlights inflation risks for global markets

Afro_Brokerages / March 10, 2026

(World Oil) – Oil’s brief surge above $100/bbl has renewed concerns that the escalating Iran conflict could trigger broader inflation […]