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July 13, 2026

Hormuz Update: Comfortably Bomb

Macro ThematicCommoditiesEnergy

The collapse of the US-Iran MoU has led to renewed conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. Markets remain relatively stable, banking on US naval capability to maintain oil flow, though the risks of a major energy crisis persist.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.The US-Iran MoU has collapsed, with both sides engaging in direct strikes.
  • 2.Markets are currently underpricing the geopolitical risk due to inventory levels and low Chinese demand.
  • 3.The US is prioritizing escorting oil tankers to maintain flow, which creates a window for action but risks a major energy crisis if it fails.

Table of Contents

  • Summary
  • There is no pain
  • MoU are receding
  • A distant ship smoke on the horizon
  • You are only coming through in waves
  • Your lips move but I can't hear what you're saying
  • I can't explain, you would not understand
  • This is not how Iran am
  • I have become Comfortably Bomb

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Authors

Michael Every

Securities

Brent Crude

Themes

Geopolitical risk in energy marketsUS-Iran relations and conflict

Regions

Middle EastUnited StatesIranChina