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Iran vows to block more Hormuz routes; tanker attacks at highest since war began
Straits Times·IR·1 day ago
Stena Bulk, Sweden's largest tanker company, reports exceptional freight rate increases, leading to projected billion-dollar profits this year. The surge in freight prices, described as 'completely exceptional' by CEO Erik Hånell, risks pushing up oil and fuel prices globally. The development signals a tightening in tanker supply or increased demand, with potential inflationary implications for energy markets.