Tim Waterer

“The market isn’t convinced by the more optimistic take from the US administration on the security of passage through the Strait,”

Tim Waterer · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

Waterer commented on market skepticism regarding the safety of Strait of Hormuz transit.

“Until there is clearer evidence of sustained, safe transit and a more durable diplomatic framework, confidence among operators is likely to stay low and volumes are unlikely to recover meaningfully,”

Tim Waterer · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

Waterer said oil flow recovery is unlikely without clearer diplomatic progress.