Economic Warfare Archive

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  1. Russian Oil Price Cap at $44.10: Does It Still Bite?

    The Russian oil price cap now sits at $44.10 a barrel, its lowest level since the G7 and European Union introduced it in December 2022, and the EU…

    ChinaEuropean UnionIndiaRussiaUkraineUnited StatesPrice capsSanctionsSecondary sanctionsNatural gas & LNGOilRefined fuelsShipping & logistics

  2. Strait of Hormuz Insurance Rates Explained: What War-Risk Cover Costs in 2026

    Hormuz war-risk premiums rose from about 0.25% of a ship's value before the Iran war to 6% to 10% in October. How the cover works and what a…

    IranEnergy supply leverageOilShipping & logistics

  3. Shipping Costs US to Asia Surge: Who Is Profiting and Who Pays

    Shipping costs US to Asia are surging in October 2026. See container, tanker, grain and air cargo rates, and who is profiting versus who pays, with sources.

    ChinaUnited StatesShipping & logistics

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