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Commodity · ■ Mixed · 3 sources confirmed · 2026-09-06 17:38 UTC

Japan announces energy policy package to diversify oil supply and reduce Strait of Hormuz dependence - Energies Media

Why now

Thesis: Japan's oil diversification may alter geopolitical risk premium.

Catalyst to watch: Implementation details or supply cost changes.

Main risk: Higher energy costs for Japan.

Why it matters

Japan's diversification away from Hormuz may reduce geopolitical risk premium on oil but could increase supply costs, with mixed effects on oil prices.

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