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Over the past 48 hours, commercial vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to one of its lowest points ever, according to data from MarineTraffic reviewed by CNN. The public dataset does not show any vessels transiting between the Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf over the past 48 hours
This could indicate potential disruptions in oil supply, escalating fears about regional stability, and may prompt a closer watch on oil prices and related asset classes. Traders should prepare for increased volatility and consider exposure to commodities or safe-haven assets depending on how the situation develops.
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