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The escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz is ramping up financial stress. Currencies in developing countries are weakening, raising borrowing costs and making essential imports like fuel and food more expensive. @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/O5nT50YEiBv

Financial pressures are building amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, with strain spreading across global markets. As uncertainty rises, investors are pulling back from riskier assets, driving sharper sell-offs in developing economies. Read more: ow.ly/6pN450YEizE

Guerre au Moyen-Orient : la crise énergétique frappe les nations vulnérables @UNCTAD news.un.org/fr/story/2026/…

The war in the Middle East and the near halt to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz are amplifying the energy crunch facing developing nations in Africa & South Asia - many of which rely heavily on imported liquefied gas, food & fertilizers - @UNCTAD warns. news.un.org/en/story/2026/…

The escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz is causing a major supply shock, driving prices higher while dampening demand. Global growth could slow from 2.9% in 2025 to 2.6% in 2026, @UNCTAD warns. Explore the data & analysis: ow.ly/xSXN50YCZMe

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are a shock to global trade, @UNCTAD warns. After a strong start to 2026, momentum is set to slow, with merchandise trade growth projected to fall from 4.7% in 2025 to 1.5%–2.5% in 2026. Full analysis: ow.ly/VE8B50YCZCT

Energy corridor halted: The Strait of Hormuz is practically closed, disrupting a critical share of global oil & gas flows. What could this mean for trade, global growth & financial markets? Dive deeper with @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/ILnJ50YCZxJ

If disruptions persist in the Strait of Hormuz, the fallout could extend far beyond the region, increasing uncertainty and weighing on investment and trade. De-escalation and the restoration of stability are essential. @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/117N50YCPEw

The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most vital energy trade routes, is under strain. Fuel and transport prices have surged and remain elevated, raising production expenses and pushing up the cost of living worldwide. @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/y0Kn50YCoS5

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are hitting global oil & gas supplies, with immediate impacts on production, trade and consumption. Spillovers are rippling through shipping, air cargo and port logistics worldwide. More data and analysis: ow.ly/8ZMl50YCmCG

One chokepoint, global impact. The Strait of Hormuz, artery for about 25% of seaborne oil, is near a standstill after a month of disruption. Oil & gas prices are soaring, stoking inflation and squeezing consumers worldwide. Get the full picture: ow.ly/AiWf50YCebi

A 95% drop in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz – from around 130 ships a day to just 6 in March. One of the world’s key energy corridors is nearly closed, amplifying strain across global trade, living costs and financial markets. @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/h6Jk50YC0Yo

The Strait of Hormuz remains virtually closed, with impacts spreading across the global economy within weeks. Disrupted energy flows are raising prices and increasing financial pressure on developing countries. New analysis from @UNCTAD: ow.ly/qS0R50YBORO

Shockwaves from the Strait of Hormuz could slow global growth, @UNCTAD warns. Higher energy prices risk pushing up living costs, while developing countries face financial strain from weaker currencies, falling stocks and rising debt. Latest analysis: ow.ly/OXE050YBHKG

From energy to food: Disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz can cascade across markets. Historically, higher energy prices push up fertilizer costs – raising risks for food supply as inputs become less affordable. @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/Zxe650YBECS

The Strait of Hormuz carries about one-third of global seaborne fertilizer. With trade highly concentrated, disruption risks grow. Many countries rely on Gulf-region supplies for staple crops, including #LDCs like Sudan, Tanzania & Somalia. Read more: ow.ly/q9ZI50YBhby

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz region are hitting fertilizer markets. The region accounts for 13% of global nitrogen and 9% of phosphate exports. Disruptions are pushing prices higher, particularly for nitrogen-based fertilizers. @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/95RS50YB8Hg

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing natural gas prices higher, with direct impacts on fertilizer markets. As a key input for urea and ammonia, rising gas costs are limiting fertilizer production, availability & trade. Read more: ow.ly/J49R50YB4JX

Food security is not just about imports but also access to key inputs like fertiliser. Supply disruptions can reduce production and yields. Conflict in the Strait of Hormuz is adding pressure on food systems, trade and vulnerable economies. Read more: ow.ly/CGRx50YAKEr

Critical energy transition minerals could drive structural transformation in developing economies, but risk deepening commodity dependence. Market forces alone won’t ensure inclusive outcomes. Integrated industrial policies are key. @UNCTAD analysis: ow.ly/Ufov50YAEHs