China's help critical, but unlikely, for US to choke off IranThe United States seeks to economically isolate Iran through expanded sanctions. China's continued trade with Tehran complicates these US e...
28 Aug, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
Oil Price Today (August 28): Crude oil falls over 5% this week despite Trump rejecting terms of Iran deal. What are experts saying?Brent crude futures fell 50 cents, or 0.6%, to $89 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate crude futures declined 42 cents, or 0.50%, to $8...
28 Aug, 2026, 07.50 AM IST
Oil Price Today (August 27): Crude oil dips to $87, down for 4th session amid Hormuz reopening hopes. What are experts saying?Oil prices slipped on Thursday, extending their losing streak, as hopes of a Strait of Hormuz reopening grew amid diplomatic efforts involv...
27 Aug, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
Qatar PM to visit Tehran to pursue mediation effortsQatar’s prime minister is visiting Tehran to revive diplomacy between Iran and the United States as sanctions intensify and negotiations ov...
27 Aug, 2026, 07.36 AM IST
Oil prices extend losses on expectations talks to ease Middle East supply woesOil prices have declined as discussions between Iran and Qatar may pave the way for reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz. This reopening ...
27 Aug, 2026, 07.10 AM IST
Iran, Oman reach deal on Strait of Hormuz, but reopening hinges on US conditionsIran and Oman reached an agreement on Strait of Hormuz control and revenues. The Revolutionary Guards stated the strait will not reopen wit...
26 Aug, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
Oil Price Today (August 26): Crude oil tanks 6% in two days to hover near $85. What’s behind the decline?Brent crude futures were down $2.35, or 2.65%, at $86 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures fell $1.94, or 2.36%, to $...
26 Aug, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
Indian exports face little risk from tougher US sanctions on IranStricter US sanctions on Iran are unlikely to significantly affect India’s exports to the country, as bilateral trade is mainly concentrate...
25 Aug, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
Six months on, Hormuz remains disrupted as ships stay awaySix months after conflict began, Strait of Hormuz shipping remains significantly reduced. Commercial traffic operates at a fraction of pre-...
25 Aug, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
China warns new US sanctions on Iran will 'escalate the situation'China stated that sanctions will not resolve the issue with Iran. Beijing warned that additional pressure would only escalate tensions and ...
25 Aug, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
Oil Price Today (August 25): Crude oil at $92 as investors digest US economic sanctions on Iran. What’s next for investors?Brent crude futures were up 6 cents, or 0.1%, at $92.16 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was up 15 cents at $85.12. Both ...
25 Aug, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
Oil prices steady as investors weigh impact of expanded US sanctions against IranOn Tuesday, oil prices found stability following a notable decline on Monday. Investors are currently evaluating newly imposed U.S. sanctio...
25 Aug, 2026, 07.29 AM IST
Oil Price Today (August 24): Crude oil slips below $93 ahead of US sanctions announcement on Iran. What are experts saying?US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is scheduled to hold a press conference at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 GMT) on Monday, has threatened to impo...
24 Aug, 2026, 07.43 AM IST
Oil Price Today (August 21): Crude oil nears $95 as Iran peace deal hopes fade. What are experts saying?Crude oil Price today: An earlier peace deal between the sides expired this week, with neither side making efforts to resume talks. U.S. Pr...
21 Aug, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
Oil set for second weekly rise as unsettled US-Iran war crimps supplyOil prices are maintaining their momentum, showing potential for a second consecutive week of gains. The escalating tensions between the US...
21 Aug, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
Oil Price Today (August 20): Crude oil above $92/barrel as Trump vows ‘tremendous’ economic warfare on IranAs tensions rise in the US-Iran conflict, oil prices remain steadfast above ninety-two dollars per barrel. Concerns loom over the security ...
20 Aug, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
Oil rises to 3-week high as Iran war impasse fuels Middle East supply concernsOil prices climbed to three-week highs as uncertainty over the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions raised supply concerns. Brent...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.34 PM IST