According to the Financial Times, global oil transportation profits reached a record $36 billion in the first quarter, driven by war-related disruptions and Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The blockage left 160 tankers stranded in the Persian Gulf, causing daily charter rates for large tankers to spike as high as $386,700; rates have since declined to $55,000–$95,000, still above the historical average of $30,000–$40,000. Alexander Saverys, CEO of CMB Tech, warned that the surge in profits is fueling a sharp rise in new ship orders, potentially leading to an oversupply and a subsequent market crash. Currently, Greek shipowners dominate global tanker assets, with a total value of $66.4 billion.
Hormuz Strait conflict drives tanker profits to $36 billion record.
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Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and rising interest rates pushed oil tanker profits to a record $36 billion in Q1, according to AiCoin. Disrupted shipping lanes stranded 160 tankers, with large tanker rates peaking at $386,700 per day before settling at $55,000–$95,000. CMB Tech CEO Alexander Saverys warned that surging new ship orders could trigger a market crash. Greek shipowners control $66.4 billion in global tanker assets. Traders are also monitoring altcoins amid shifting market conditions.
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