When the phased ceasefire between Israel and Iran took hold on June 24–25, 2025, markets that had been roiled by tension finally began to stabilize. For nearly two weeks, the shadow of war lurked over the Strait of Hormuz—a chokepoint that channels roughly one‑fifth of global oil and LNG exports. Investors watched anxiously as every missile … Continue reading Iran Israel Ceasefire Eases Oil Market Fears Near Hormuz