Wheat futures hit 2-year high as Iran war disrupts fertilizer supply
Wheat futures have surged to a two-year high due to disrupted fertilizer supplies caused by the Iran conflict, which has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz and curtailed Gulf urea production. Despite the shipping disruptions, oil markets show little expectation of a spike, with WTI Crude Oil futures pricing no chance of reaching $160 by April 2026. Traders remain skeptical of extreme oil price movements in the short term, focusing instead on potential diplomatic or military developments. The disconnect between rising wheat prices and stable oil expectations highlights uneven market reactions to geopolitical risk.
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Wheat futures have reached their highest level since 2024 amid a fertilizer crisis tied to the Iran war. The Polymarket contract for WTI Crude Oil hitting $160 by April 2026 sits at 0% YES. Market reaction The Strait of Hormuz, a major route for global fertilizer exports, is effectively closed. Gulf urea production has dropped sharply as a result. The fertilizer supply squeeze is pushing wheat prices higher and hitting global food markets. The WTI Crude Oil market for April 2026 prices in no chance of reaching $160, with traders skeptical of extreme oil price spikes even with ongoing supply disruptions. Why it matters With only two days left on the April contract, traders are not buying the idea that current geopolitical tensions will push oil to $160.
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