By Boluwatife Oshadiya, | April 19, 2026 Key Points Main Story Global oil markets closed the week on a mixed note as supply-side fears linked to a potential US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz lifted Brent crude, while easing geopolitical tensions dragged US benchmark prices lower. Brent crude settled at $96.21 per barrel, up … Continue reading Oil Prices Rise on Hormuz supply risk, market ends week mixed