U.S. releases strategic oil reserves within 7 days of Hormuz closure

Market overview

To stabilize markets, the U.S. would likely deploy strategic petroleum reserves, a policy tool used during past supply disruptions. This would temporarily ease price pressures.

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Implied probability (Yes)

75%

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