WS #10652
Two powerful earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5) hit Venezuela, causing building collapses, airport closure, and emergency declaration; limited direct US market impact but potential energy/reinsurance effects. US crude futures fall $1.10 to $69.24/bbl as Middle East supply ramps up, reinforcing de-escalation of Strait of Hormuz tensions.
Venezuela Earthquakes
Two powerful earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5) hit Venezuela, causing building collapses, airport closure, and emergency declaration; limited direct US market impact but potential energy/reinsurance effects.
US crude futures fall $1.10 to $69.24/bbl as Middle East supply ramps up, reinforcing de-escalation of Strait of Hormuz tensions.