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Strait of Hormuz reopens to shipping, hinting at US-Iran de-escalation

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 17, 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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The Strait of Hormuz has reopened to commercial shipping under coordinated routes, suggesting possible de-escalation between the US and Iran. The market for Trump announcing the end of the US blockade by May 31 is at 90% YES.

Market reaction

The May 31 announcement market holds steady at 90% YES. The April 19 market rose to 23% YES, up from 13% a few days ago. The April 22 peace deal market is at 30.5% YES, showing moderate trader confidence in a lasting agreement.

Why it matters

The Hormuz blockade market traded $33,928 in actual USDC over 24 hours. The order book is relatively thick, with $3,730 needed to move the May 31 market by 5 points. The most notable move was a 4-point drop in the April 17 market, which has since stabilized.

What to watch

The reopening of the strait points toward a diplomatic resolution, but the situation is fluid. Buying YES at 23¢ pays $1 if Trump announces by April 19, a 5.6x return. That bet requires confidence in a diplomatic breakthrough within three days.

Watch for Trump’s communications and any statements from Iranian officials or U.S. military leadership on a blockade lift or peace deal. The April 19 and April 22 deadlines are days away.

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Trump Announces Us Blockade Of Hormuz Lifted
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
May 31 90% Trade →
April 17 2.5% Trade →
April 19 23% Trade →
Us X Iran Permanent Peace Deal
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
April 22, 2026 30.5% Trade →
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