Only 50/50 odds that the Strait of Hormuz normalizes by July according to prediction markets

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Suphanat Khumsap

Global investors are increasingly focused on the outlook for the Strait of Hormuz, as geopolitical tensions intensify following Washington’s indication that it may enforce a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports.

The narrow waterway—one of the world’s most critical energy and shipping corridors—handles a significant share of global oil and trade flows, making any disruption highly consequential for markets.

Uncertainty surrounding the duration of restricted maritime activity has grown in recent days. Prediction markets now suggest only a roughly 50:50 probability that shipping conditions will normalize before early July, reflecting a notable shift in expectations compared with earlier forecasts.

Market participants are closely monitoring both official policy developments and real-time shipping data to assess the potential economic fallout. Prolonged disruption could exacerbate supply chain pressures and contribute to volatility across commodities and equities. As a result, the timing of a return to normal traffic through the Strait remains a central question shaping investor sentiment worldwide.

Outlined below is what Kalshi traders are predicting when asked: When will traffic at the Strait of Hormuz return to normal?

* Before Apr 15, 2026 — 0.4% chance.
* Before May 1, 2026 — 12% chance.
* Before May 15, 2026 — 25% chance.
* Before Jun 1, 2026 — 44% chance.
* Before Jul 1, 2026 — 55% chance.
* Before Jan 1, 2027 — 76% chance.

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