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Post 2: ⚓ The Choke Point (Market & Supply Chain Volatility)

The Headline: Oil Hits $119 as Naval Engagements Intensify

The News: Global energy markets have reacted sharply to the ongoing blockade. Brent Crude peaked at $119 per barrel on April 1, marking an 86% increase from pre-war forecasts ($63.85).

Naval Status: USCENTCOM reports that 17 Iranian warships and one submarine have been neutralized in the Strait of Hormuz to date.

Brenham Impact: With Brent Crude remaining well above $115, local logistics and retail costs in Washington County are expected to remain elevated through the spring.

Discussion: “Oil prices have nearly doubled since February. At what point does this global ‘choke point’ begin to fundamentally change how you operate your local business or household budget?”

#BrenhamEconomy #OilPrices2026 #SupplyChain

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Post 2: ⚓ The Choke Point (Market & Supply Chain Volatility)
The Headline: Oil Hits $119 as Naval Engagements Intensify
The News: Global energy markets have reacted sharply to the ongoing blockade. Brent Crude peaked at $119 per barrel on April 1, marking an 86% increase from pre-war forecasts ($63.85).
Naval Status: USCENTCOM reports that 17 Iranian warships and one submarine have been neutralized in the Strait of Hormuz to date.
Brenham Impact: With Brent Crude remaining well above $115, local logistics and retail costs in Washington County are expected to remain elevated through the spring.
Discussion: “Oil prices have nearly doubled since February. At what point does this global ‘choke point’ begin to fundamentally change how you operate your local business or household budget?”
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