Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
22 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Iran war saddles global companies with $25 billion bill and countingGlobal companies face significant financial strain due to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Businesses are grappling with escalating oil pric...
18 May, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
No happy hour yet: Alcohol makers flag cost shock, seek state price hikeAlcoholic beverage makers are urging state governments for price increases. Rising costs for cans and bottles are impacting production. Sup...
07 May, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
From shortage story to cash-flow story: A sector ready for sustained re-rating? 5 power stocks with upside potential of up to 33%In the power sector, the next cycle will not reward whoever has the most installed megawatts. It will reward whoever can sign the right con...
03 May, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Oil shock will hit Asia harder than the 1970sAsia is experiencing energy shocks similar to the 1970s oil crises, with rising fossil fuel costs impacting consumers and industries. This ...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
Andhra Pradesh mango pulp industry seeks central supportMango processors in Andhra Pradesh face export challenges. A significant quantity of mango pulp is stuck due to shipping lane disruptions. ...
22 Apr, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Iran-US war pushes polymer, resin prices up 60%; plastics exporters squeezed despite ceasefireFreight rates jump up to 10x, polymer prices rise 60%, while supply disruptions and supply chain delays strain MSMEs and the sector's expor...
11 Apr, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Ceasefire fails to ease pressure on chemical exporters; 50% trade still at riskIndia's chemical exporters are struggling despite a ceasefire. Supply chains remain disrupted, and costs are high. Shipping through the Gul...
11 Apr, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Iran war: Indian seafood exporters stare at Rs 1,500 crore lossSustained disruption could destabilise the coastal economy and weaken India’s export competitiveness, say experts and stakeholders
06 Apr, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Big jolt for Indian exporters as shipping rates up 40% on higher fuel & insurance costs amid Iran warAs the winds of global trade shift, Indian exporters are grappling with soaring shipping expenses. The cost of container transport is skyro...
01 Apr, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
West Asia conflict disrupts travel plans: How to claim flight and hotel refunds and avoid booking lossesAs the West Asia crisis cuts into vacation plans and budgets, there’s still time to reschedule your trip and claim refunds.
30 Mar, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
In Africa, the cost of jet fuel is changing faster than you can flyA war in the Middle East has disrupted jet fuel supplies, sending prices sky-high. African airlines are hit hardest, facing significant cos...
21 Mar, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
A distant war, a direct hit: India’s trade arteries choke as Gulf shipping descends into chaosShipping lines divert vessels, insurance premiums surge, and new surcharges emerge as tensions in West Asia disrupt key trade route through...
19 Mar, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Shipping wars stitch higher costs into India’s apparel exportsIndia's apparel exporters are facing increased costs due to the West Asian conflict, with shipping routes extended and war surcharges addin...
16 Mar, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
Global shipping player Maersk to levy emergency bunker surcharge amid West Asia crisisMaersk will introduce a temporary emergency bunker surcharge on new cargo bookings from March 25. This move aims to ensure the movement of ...
11 Mar, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Stranded West Asia cargo sees anchor in local marketIndian exporters are bringing back nearly half of their stranded containers from ports. This move aims to avoid hefty demurrage and detenti...
06 Mar, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
Emergency Conflict Surcharge ups shipping costs for tradersShipping costs are increasing as carriers implement an Emergency Conflict Surcharge. This charge applies to cargo passing through the Strai...
03 Mar, 2026, 12.14 AM IST