Oil prices drop by 10% following Iran’s announcement of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Oil prices plummeted on Friday following Iran’s announcement of the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for the remaining duration of the ceasefire with the United States—a decision that immediately impacted global markets.

Significant Drop in Futures Contracts

As of 1:10 PM GMT, Brent crude oil for June delivery fell by 10.42%, reaching $89.03 per barrel.

Meanwhile, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil for May delivery dropped by 11.11%, settling at $84.17, marking one of its steepest declines in recent times.

Markets React Swiftly

This decline is attributed to a de-escalation of geopolitical tensions surrounding energy supplies, following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz— a major strategic passage for global oil transport.

The markets are likely to continue reacting to political and security developments in the region, given their direct impact on the stability of global energy supply.