September 25, 2026CommoditiesMacro·Neutral·commodities
VLCC rates for Middle East crude to Asia surge, some charters above $1 million a day
Very large crude carrier (VLCC) charter rates for shipping Middle East crude to Asia have surged, with some daily rates exceeding $1 million, as geopolitical risk tightens tanker supply. The jump raises oil freight costs and adds pressure across energy markets.
Detected & updated continuously · Source: Nebula
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