Naval Blockade: The United States has reimposed a strict naval blockade on Iranian ports.
Military Strikes: Coordinated U.S. and Israeli airstrikes have targeted Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure.
Retaliatory Attacks: Iran responded with drone and missile strikes targeting commercial shipping and regional U.S. assets.
Proposed Transit Fees: Preconceived supply stabilization was shattered after U.S. proposals to levy a 20% fee on non-Iranian cargo transiting the strait.
📉 Broader Global Market Impacts
Equity Markets: Technology, artificial intelligence, and semiconductor stocks are facing intense downward pressure.
Safe-Haven Assets: Broad investor anxiety has triggered a flight to safety, strengthening the U.S. Dollar and boosting gold futures.
Inflationary Risk**: Economists warn that prolonged transit delays risk driving consumer inflation back above 4% globally.