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Budget airlines Frontier and Avelo seek $2.5B government relief as jet fuel surges above $4/gallon amid Middle East tensions, raising questions about industry consolidation and business model vulnerability.

Oil futures show backwardation signaling near-term Persian Gulf supply concerns, but longer-dated contracts suggest temporary disruption with eventual normalization. Energy stocks remain attractive despite uncertainty.

New Concept Energy ($GBR) surged 33% on geopolitical tensions threatening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit point.

Economist warns China faces critical energy shortages as Venezuelan and Iranian oil access falters, threatening export-driven growth amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.