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Brent crude rises 1.5% as Hormuz shipping pressure persists, tanker routes remain exposed

Brent crude was up 1.5% on the session as Hormuz shipping pressure persisted.

Update: This story updates earlier coverage: Brent crude rises 1.5% as Hormuz shipping pressure persists, tanker routes remain exposed

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2026-04-05T22:37:46Z
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Key Points

  • Hormuz shipping pressure persists as tanker routes stay exposed.
  • Brent crude was at 105.4, up 1.5% on the session.
  • Tanker routes remain exposed to disruption.

According to Reuters, Hormuz shipping pressure persists as tanker routes stay exposed. Brent crude was at 105.4, up 1.5% on the session.