Today's crude oil trading strategy, I hope it will be helpful toWTI CRUDE OILTVC:USOILDavid_Wilson1 Crude Oil Trend Analysis (1) Geopolitics: Tensions Propel Oil Price Expectations The Middle East has long been a "powder keg" for the crude oil market, and recent developments have intensified tensions. Military conflicts between Iran and Israel continue to escalate—Iran’s latest attacks injured approximately 50 people in Israel. Controlling the Strait of Hormuz, through which 30% of global seaborne crude oil passes, Iran’s strategic position is pivotal. After the conflict escalated, Iran threatened to block the strait, instantly igniting international oil prices. Brent crude surged to around $79 per barrel. As long as the conflict persists, market fears of crude supply disruptions—like an invisible hand—will continue to underpin price gains. (2) Supply Side: Interplay of Production Increases and Geopolitical Risks OPEC+ previously announced plans to increase production by 411,000 barrels per day, but actual output growth has fallen short of market expectations. With current Middle East tensions, the feasibility of this plan remains uncertain. If Iran’s crude production and exports are constrained by the conflict, global supply could tighten. In the U.S., shale oil production remains unstable, affected by technical, cost, and policy factors. Thus, the supply side is fraught with uncertainty: production increase expectations may exert downward pressure on prices, while geopolitical risks could tighten supply outlooks and push prices higher. (3) Demand Side: Battle Between Seasonality and Economic Prospects From a seasonal perspective, the northern hemisphere’s summer travel peak has boosted demand for petroleum products like gasoline and jet fuel. Data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) shows U.S. crude oil inventories have declined for several consecutive weeks, indicating rising market demand. However, the global economic environment remains bleak: trade protectionism, tariff policies, and other factors have slowed global growth, constraining crude demand. Major economies like China and Europe have failed to meet oil demand projections. Thus, the demand side is torn: seasonal factors provide support, but economic headwinds act as a drag. Today's crude oil trading strategy, I hope it will be helpful to you USOIL BUY@72.5~73 SL:71.5 TP:74~75