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Hormuz Open Crude Oil: The market boomed as soon as the Strait of Hormuz opened, which became a challenge for economies around the world. Iran has completely opened the Strait of Hormuz. There was a big fall in the prices of crude oil in the international market on Friday. Following the news of easing of tensions in the Middle East and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices fell sharply by up to 10 percent. Iran has completely opened the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump has announced this by posting on Instagram.

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There were earlier fears in the market that Iran- tensions could lead to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which would have a major impact on global oil supplies. It is noteworthy that about 20% of the world’s total oil supply passes through this route.

The market now hopes that the conflict in West Asia will be resolved soon. Now oil prices may fall further in the coming days, which may bring great relief to the common man’s pocket.

As the panic in the market subsided, a sharp fall in prices was recorded. Brent crude prices fell to around $90 per barrel, while WTI crude also slipped to the range of $8386 per barrel.

Possibilities of ceasefire and talks have also made the market sentiment positive.

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