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
The world's oil piggy bank is being smashed open. What can go wrong?Global oil inventories are plummeting to multi-decade lows, exacerbated by Middle Eastern supply disruptions and the rapid depletion of str...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.03 PM IST
Indian banks better placed than APAC peers: Fitch on West Asia woesIndia's banking sector is resilient against the economic impact of the US-Israel conflict with Iran, according to Fitch Ratings. While othe...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
Strong consumption keeps growth steady amid Iran war cost concernsIndia's economy shows steady growth driven by domestic demand. The West Asia conflict presents challenges like higher oil prices. The gover...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
India eyes more FDI, speed up divestment, asset monetisation as economy faces external risksIndia's government is set to accelerate reforms, focusing on attracting foreign investment and divesting assets. This strategy aims to main...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.44 PM IST
GDP growth momentum intact, no need for additional borrowing so far: Govt sourcesIndia's economy is navigating external challenges like rising import costs. However, domestic consumption remains strong, ensuring growth m...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
Fitch cuts FY27 growth projection to 6.4%; US-Iran war to slow down economyFitch Ratings has reduced India's GDP growth projection to 6.4 percent for the current fiscal year. The US-Iran war is expected to slow eco...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
Indian economy, government finances, see mounting costs from Iran warIndia's economy, once humming with benign inflation and steady growth, now faces mounting costs from the Iran war. As a major oil importer,...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
100 days of Iran war: India must brace for broad-based economic shockIn a volatile turn of events, escalating strikes between Iran and Israel are sending shockwaves that may reach India’s economy. As the spec...
08 Jun, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
OPEC+ set for fourth oil quota hike since Hormuz closure, sources sayOPEC+ is set to raise its oil output targets for the fourth straight month, a strategic move amidst production hurdles faced by some of its...
07 Jun, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
India can grow over 8% despite oil shocks, crude impact overblown in narrative: World Bank execIndia's economy shows strong growth, defying fears of oil price shocks. Neelkanth Mishra, World Bank Executive Director, states India is we...
07 Jun, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
India to account for half of global oil demand growth over next decade: Rosneft CEORosneft CEO Igor Sechin stated India will drive nearly half of global oil demand growth over the next decade, projecting consumption to rea...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
Fuel price shield helping India and consumers to tackle West Asia crisis: Gita GopinathIndia is already cushioning the economy from the West Asia crisis. Gita Gopinath, former IMF Deputy Managing Director, states the governmen...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
RBI to hold rate on Friday, future hike will depend on inflation data: Gita GopinathThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to keep interest rates unchanged in the near term and adopt a data-dependent approach before taki...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
RBI likely to hold rates as West Asia crisis impact on growth remains unclear: Bank of Baroda ReportThe Reserve Bank of India is expected to hold interest rates steady on Friday, according to Bank of Baroda. The central bank will likely ma...
03 Jun, 2026, 06.21 PM IST