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Why current oil prices do not reflect actual energy supply shortages — and might climb higher
April 14, 2026
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US President Donald Trump's blockade on the Strait of Hormuz has impacted global energy markets, with the price of crude oil shooting past $100 a barrel. DW spoke to Rory Johnston, Founder of Commodity Context, on why the price of crude oil might not reflect actual supply shortages, and why prices might continue to climb. #oilprices #oilmarkets #straitofhormuz #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
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