Oorlog in Iran leidt tot ongekend snelle afname wereldwijde olievoorraden

Global oil reserves are being depleted at record rates as conflict in Iran disrupts petroleum flows through the Persian Gulf, a critical shipping corridor. The rapid depletion of strategic stockpiles, which normally serve as a buffer against supply disruptions, leaves governments and industries increasingly vulnerable to severe price volatility and potential shortages. With the Strait of Hormuz nearly closed for two months and over a billion barrels of supply offline, the world's protective reserves are shrinking faster than ever before. This situation significantly limits the options available to policymakers and businesses to mitigate the economic impact of sustained supply losses. The tightening inventory situation raises concerns about the potential for unprecedented price spikes if additional supply disruptions occur.