How long the Strait of Hormuz stays closed will have major economic implications

NPR | By Camila Domonoske

Published April 1, 2026 at 3:14 PM CDT

What are the implications for the oil market and the broader global economy if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed for months?

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