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High freight rates narrow Indian refiners’ crude oil choices, squeeze marginsWith freight rates reaching unprecedented levels, Indian refiners are facing escalating crude oil expenses that are eroding their margins. ...- Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore container manufacturing schemeThe Indian government has approved a Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme with a total budget of Rs 10,000 crore. This scheme aims to ...
- Tata consumer Q2 net profit up despite higher costs, weak tea demandTata Consumer Products encountered unchanged tea volumes and decreasing revenue in the September quarter as weak demand and surging commodi...
- Exporters get six more months of risk cover amid West Asia turmoilThe Centre has extended the RELIEF initiative to March 31, 2027, to assist exporters. This scheme provides risk coverage to exporters facin...
- India appears better stocked for West Asia crisis, but oil shock threatensIn West Asia, tensions are affecting energy and fertilizer supplies, prompting adjustments by the Indian government. Freight costs have sur...
- Auto sector margins may improve from third quarter but El Nino, West Asia crisis key risks: ReportAutomobile sector margins are projected to improve gradually after the second quarter of FY27 as manufacturers increase prices. The growth ...
- LPG cylinder costs Rs 10,000 in Pakistan as border closure triggers shortages, 6,000 dealer shops shutPakistan's LPG crisis has pushed prices to Rs 750 per kilogram in some areas, taking cylinder costs above Rs 10,000. The Gabd-Rimdan crossi...
- JK Tyre to hike prices by 4-5% in Q3 as raw material costs stay elevatedJK Tyre & Industries Ltd intends to raise tyre prices by 4-5% in the current quarter. The company aims to offset higher raw material and co...
- Hormuz war risk pushes crude shipping costs sevenfold, squeezes refiners' margins: Goldman SachsGlobal crude oil freight rates are rising due to war-related risks in the Strait of Hormuz and increased ship-to-ship transfers. Goldman Sa...
- Drill, baby, drill: China turns the screws, India looks for own toolsChina’s new export controls on tunnel boring machines (TBMs) have highlighted India’s reliance on overseas suppliers for specialised infras...
- India-New Zealand FTA comes into force, offers zero-duty access for Indian goods, new visa pathwaysThe India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) came into force on Tuesday, marking India's 17th operational free trade pact and opening u...
- Global container freight prices surge 130% since February amid Middle East tensions: JefferiesGlobal container freight rates have surged by 130 percent since February 2026 due to Middle East tensions. India's container-based export-i...
- Not-so smooth ride: Auto industry faces cost squeeze as steel, freight prices surge, more hikes likelyThe Indian automobile industry is currently grappling with rising input and freight costs due to geopolitical uncertainties. Prices of key ...
- Trump's shadow fleet loophole: Easing US sanctions on oil tankers may not lower fuel costsIn an effort to address soaring shipping costs, the Trump administration is evaluating the possibility of easing restrictions on sanctioned...
- Online mobile sales may not ring loud this NavratriIndia's smartphone market is experiencing a sharp decline in sales during the festive season. Recent data indicates a 16% year-on-year drop...
- Pump price before politics: Is Trump's Russian diesel purchase a necessary compromise or blatant hypocrisy?Recent actions by Donald Trump to secure Russian diesel imports highlight the complexities of US energy policy, balancing domestic fuel pri...
- US CPI inflation rises as Iran war drives up fuel prices: How higher petrol and diesel costs could hit American householdsAmerican households are facing increased inflation and rising fuel prices just weeks before the midterm elections. Consumer prices rose une...
- WPI inflation quickens to 11.39% in September from 9.9% in AugustWholesale prices in India rose significantly to 11.39% in September, driven by rising fuel and food costs. Retail inflation also increased ...
- High crude vs festive demand: Can consumption stocks withstand the oil shock?As the festive season approaches in India, high crude oil prices stir worries over profit margins for companies across sectors like FMCG an...
- FMCG revenues to rise in Q2, but costs could dent marginsIndia's FMCG sector is poised for a substantial revenue boost in the upcoming September quarter, with growth projected in double digits. Th...
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