AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEnergy & Shipping: Iran reported a third tanker explosion on a restricted Strait of Hormuz route, keeping shipping risks in focus. Brent briefly fell below $90 on hopes of de-escalation, then settled at $91.49. A fire at a South Pars gas platform was extinguished; all 17 workers were safe, and the platform’s output is a small share of field production. Economic Pressure: Washington says sanctions and its naval blockade are inflicting mounting economic damage. A survey found more than 70% of Iranians had cut food spending or delayed medical care; a parliamentary official said eight million people face absolute poverty. Iran’s annual inflation rate was reported at 71.4%. Trade & Logistics: Iraq reopened the Al Sheeb crossing with Iran after a three-week closure but plans to temporarily shut Mandali. Baghdad says closing crossings could disrupt its economy and Iranian goods supplies, as Iranian freight fleets face a reported 200% surge in operating costs over a year.
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