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The naval blockade targets Iranian tankers and any vessel going to/from Iran, likely causing retaliatory attacks. Energy facilities in the region owned by American companies could be targeted, intensifying the conflict. The market views this as a negative supply shock, pushing prices higher. The situation demonstrates the war is hard to contain and any regional energy asset could be a target at any moment.

The war hits during the higher seasonal demand period for driving and petroleum products. Products passing through Hormuz, like boron used in semiconductor manufacturing, are also targeted, threatening AI infrastructure and energy demand. The crisis underscores the importance of energy security and will lead countries to diversify logistics and look for alternative energy sources, with long-term consequences for fossil fuel and renewable energy investment.