After Iran, China has a powerful new oil price weaponChina has emerged as the world's first oil "swing importer," significantly reducing its imports by a third to an eight-year low. This move,...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
Is the Iran war just an energy shock - or a turning point?A potential U.S.-Iran peace deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could signal a watershed moment for global energy markets, moving beyond a ...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.41 AM IST
Supply recovery, not demand, will be oil market's key test: Vandana HariGlobal crude oil prices have fallen significantly from wartime highs, but market expert Vandana Hari cautions against declaring victory. Sh...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
Hormuz oil traffic rebounds as Gulf exporters find workarounds: ReportOil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are increasing for non-Iranian producers. This surge occurs despite ongoing tensions between Was...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.19 AM IST
Why crude oil markets suddenly reversed course today: US oil prices collapse below $87 after Trump cancels Iran strike plans, WTI crude drops 3%US oil prices collapsed below $87 as WTI crude dropped nearly 3% after President Trump canceled planned Iran strikes. The move reversed a w...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
China learns to live on less fuel, to the relief of oil marketsChina's fuel demand has unexpectedly dropped significantly, with gasoline and diesel sales falling as consumers shift to electric vehicles ...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Asia’s currency fight moves offshore as central banks push backAsian central banks are intensifying efforts to curb offshore forex speculation as external pressures like high oil prices and a strong dol...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
Ten reasons oil is still below $100 a barrelGlobal oil prices remain surprisingly low despite the ongoing war in Iran. China's drastic cut in oil imports is a major factor. Demand des...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Oil market calm masks a host of unknownsGlobal oil markets are experiencing an unusual calm despite a major supply shock. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely shut, impacting sign...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
Why oil’s not at $200 after the biggest supply shock in historyGlobal oil prices are defying expectations, staying below $100 a barrel even after the Strait of Hormuz was effectively blocked. Record US ...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
Chinese celebrity dog 'Chutou' with over a million followers kidnapped while owner was abroad, sold to meat restaurant and eatenA celebrity dog, Chutou, owned by a travel influencer in China, was allegedly stolen and slaughtered for meat. The incident highlights the ...
05 Jun, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
Oil Price Today (June 3): Crude oil nears $100 again as Iran launches attack in fresh escalation. What are experts saying?Middle East tensions escalated as Iran launched missiles, prompting U.S. strikes and rattling oil markets. Brent and WTI crude prices saw a...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
South Korean tech stocks swing as Nvidia robotics push sparks sector rotationSouth Korean technology stocks experienced significant fluctuations. Investors shifted focus towards companies poised to benefit from Nvidi...
02 Jun, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
What is gold and silver price prediction for Monday? Gold rebounds on US-Iran ceasefire hopes, silver holds steadyWhat is gold and silver price prediction for Monday? Gold prices moved higher after reports suggested the United States and Iran could exte...
30 May, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Premium for near-term LME aluminium at 19-year high as Iran war tightens supplyThe war has curtailed most shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for Gulf producers to export aluminium and import raw materia...
29 May, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Why are gold and silver prices up today, and will precious metals continue to rise or fall again? Gold rebounds after Iran-US ceasefire extension talksWhy are gold and silver prices up today, and will precious metals continue to rise or fall again? Gold and silver prices moved higher after...
28 May, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
Copper hits one-week low as Middle East escalation clouds growth outlookCopper prices dropped to a one-week low on Thursday as renewed Middle East tensions boosted the dollar and oil, sparking inflation and slow...
28 May, 2026, 09.08 AM IST