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Hormuz Intelligence Daily Briefing — 2026-06-16

• Brent crude oil futures rose 4.2% to $106.50 per barrel following active naval engagements.
• War risk insurance premiums for the Gulf of Oman surged to 2.5% of hull value, up from 1.0% yesterday.
• Maersk and MSC officially suspended all bookings transiting the Persian Gulf for the next 72 hours.
• Asian spot LNG (JKM) jumped 8.5% to $14.20 per MMBtu on Qatari export disruption fears.
• The Baltic Dry Index increased by 6.8% to 1,980 points, reflecting tight bulk carrier capacity.
• Saudi East-West Pipeline throughput was maximized to 5 million barrels per day to divert crude.
• Port of Singapore reported a 15% increase in container yard density from vessels rerouting around Africa.

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Hormuz Intelligence Daily Briefing — June 15, 2026

• US and Iran reach a tentative peace deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
• Brent Crude fell 10.73% to $83.11 and WTI fell 10.70% to $80.40 on news of the framework agreement.
• War risk insurance premiums for Persian Gulf transits rose to 1.2% of hull value, up from 0.8% yesterday.
• Three major container carriers announced a complete suspension of bookings for Persian Gulf ports.
• Singapore port congestion index rose 15%, with average vessel waiting times extending to 48 hours.
• Spot LNG prices in North Asia jumped 8.5% to $14.20/MMBtu on fears of Qatari cargo delays.
• Air freight rates from India and the UAE to Europe surged 18% as shippers seek sea-air alternatives.

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The International Trade Council is expanding its footprint in Africa with the launch of a new continental hub in Tema, Ghana, designed to connect businesses with opportunities across the region.

Register here:
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Hormuz Intelligence Daily Briefing — June 11, 2026

• Brent crude oil rose 3.4% to $102.50 per barrel following failed diplomatic talks in Geneva.
• The Baltic Dry Index surged 5.8% to 2,040 points, reflecting reduced global dry bulk capacity.
• War risk insurance premiums for the Gulf of Oman rose to 2.5% of hull value, up from 1.8% yesterday.
• Singapore port congestion hit a new high with 48 container vessels waiting in anchorage, up from 35.
• Maritime carriers introduced a new $1,500 per TEU 'Hormuz Emergency Surcharge' for Middle East cargo.
• Bookings for the China-Europe rail corridor rose by 12% today as shippers seek overland alternatives.
• Gold prices climbed 1.2% to $2,385 per ounce, driven by safe-haven demand and currency volatility.
• German automotive plants warned of production slowdowns within 72 hours due to delayed chemical shipments.

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International Trade Council expands its professional certification programs with new global logistics, compliance, and supply chain courses—supporting businesses with accessible, industry-relevant training worldwide.

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Hormuz Intelligence Daily Briefing — June 10, 2026

• Brent crude rose 4.2% to $112.45/bbl following reports of active naval skirmishes near the Strait.
• Maritime insurers suspended war risk coverage for all commercial vessels entering the Persian Gulf.
• Spot freight rates for Asia-to-Europe via Cape of Good Hope surged 18% overnight to $6,200/FEU.
• Singapore port congestion hit a new high with over 65 container vessels queuing due to reroutings.
• South Korea activated its strategic petroleum reserve, releasing 5 million barrels to stabilize refineries.
• German chemical manufacturers announced a 15% operating capacity cut due to delayed petrochemical imports.
• The Baltic Dry Index jumped 8.2% to 2,150 points, reflecting a spike in alternative route chartering costs.
• Gold prices climbed 1.8% to $2,450.50/oz as investors sought safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty.

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Hormuz Intelligence Daily Briefing — June 9, 2026

• Brent crude climbed 3.4% to $108.45 per barrel today amid reports of drone activity near the Strait of Hormuz.
• Persian Gulf war risk premiums increased to 1.8% of hull value from 1.2% yesterday.
• Three major container alliances paused bookings for ports located inside the Persian Gulf.
• The Port of Singapore experienced a 15% increase in container dwell times as bunkering schedules were adjusted.
• Spot LNG freight rates across the Atlantic basin rose 12% as buyers searched for alternative cargoes.
• The Baltic Dry Index added 4.8%, signaling higher costs throughout global bulk shipping markets.
• The EU assembled an emergency energy council to evaluate possible oil stock releases within 48 hours.
• Southeast Asian investment agencies reported a 20% spike in inquiries regarding relocation from Middle Eastern hubs.

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Hormuz Intelligence Daily Briefing — June 8, 2026

• Brent crude prices rose 3.2% to $108.50 per barrel today as the Strait of Hormuz closure was confirmed.
• War risk insurance premiums surged to 2.0% of hull value, effectively halting commercial chartering.
• Maersk and MSC suspended bookings for Persian Gulf ports, declaring force majeure on affected shipments.
• The Port of Singapore reported a 15% increase in vessel queues, with over 55 container ships waiting.
• China-Europe Land Bridge overland rail bookings saw a 25% daily increase in inquiries from shippers.
• Gold prices rose 1.2% to $2,420.50 per ounce, reflecting heightened safe-haven demand.
• European industrial polymer prices rose 8.5% overnight due to anticipated petrochemical feedstock shortages.
• GCC sovereign credit default swap (CDS) spreads widened by an average of 18 basis points today.

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Hormuz Intelligence Daily Briefing — June 5, 2026

• Brent crude rose 4.2% to $104.50/bbl amid fears of an extended blockade.
• Iran rejected EU diplomatic proposals regarding maritime sovereignty disputes.
• War risk insurance premiums for the Persian Gulf surged to 2.0% of vessel value.
• Container freight rates on the Shanghai-to-Rotterdam route spiked 12% to $4,850 per FEU.
• The Baltic Dry Index increased by 5.4% as carriers shift to routes around Africa.
• Saudi Arabia diverted 1.2 million barrels of crude daily to the East-West Pipeline.
• South Korea announced the release of 15 million barrels from its strategic petroleum reserve.
• Singapore port congestion hit a 14-day high with over 45 vessels queuing for berths.

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