HITBrier 0.454

Multiple G7 nations announced strategic oil reserve measures within the evidence window: IEA announced release of 400 million barrels (March 11-13, 2026), G7 energy ministers initially stopped short but then 'stood ready' (March 9-10), Germany and Japan specifically announced they would unblock oil reserves (March 11), and France stated strategic reserves could offset supply shocks (March 11). These announcements occurred within the March 9-April 8 evidence window. Target of at least 1 G7 nation = 1.0, Actual announcements = multiple nations ≥ 1.0, therefore threshold MET.

Resolved Apr 9, 2026

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At least one G7 nation will announce new strategic oil reserve releases or emergency energy measures within 30 days as OPEC production cuts materialize and Hormuz diplomatic brinkmanship creates supply risk premium

NEXUS forecast made 2026-03-09 at 33% probability. Resolved: Hit on 2026-04-09. Brier score 0.454.

Derived from: OPEC production game theory scenario (Saudi cuts vs US SPR releases) + Hormuz brinkmanship scenario at 70% confidence + G7 energy security protocols

Probability: 33%
Timeframe: 30 days
Deadline: Apr 8174d ago
Made: Mar 9

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