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Russian analyst projects oil price stability following potential US-Iran truce

Apr 08, 2026 10:25 AM CT Strait of Hormuz oil prices,US-Iran truce,Strait of Hormuz,energy markets,economic impact

Summary

Russian energy analyst Alexey Belogoryev suggests that a sustained US-Iran truce could stabilize oil prices between $80-$90, with potential drops to $70 if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains unimpeded. This assessment highlights the economic interdependence between the conflict's de-escalation and global energy markets, indicating that the cessation of hostilities is a primary driver for market stability in the region.

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Alexey Belogoryev noted that if hostilities did not resume and no new problems arose with shipping through the strait, prices could approach $70 per barrel in May-June

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Russia NEUTRAL

Provided market analysis suggesting oil price stabilization contingent on a US-Iran truce and safe shipping lanes.

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