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...
26 Oct, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
Holcim lifts guidance again on strong demandHolcim has increased its full-year guidance due to robust demand for sustainable building materials. The company reported a 17% jump in rec...
26 Oct, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
Brazil presidential election results: Five economic challenges facing re-elected President LulaBrazil's economy is encountering significant challenges as President Lula starts his fourth term in January. Soaring public debt and rising...
26 Oct, 2026, 06.37 AM IST
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...
25 Oct, 2026, 07.56 PM IST
Why AI data centers are powering a boom in fuel-cell demandA fuel cell generates electricity through a chemical reaction between a fuel, such as natural gas or hydrogen, and oxygen, converting the f...
24 Oct, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
5 world market themes for the week aheadAn important week is upcoming with central banks like the Federal Reserve and European Central Bank making policy decisions. Major companie...
24 Oct, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
Shree Cement profit falls 15% YoY to Rs 263 crore on higher fuel costsShree Cement’s September-quarter net profit fell over 15% year-on-year to Rs 263 crore for the third consecutive quarterly decline. Revenue...
23 Oct, 2026, 09.33 PM IST
Gas prices in US hit $4.29 nationwide as California, Hawaii pay over $5; October on track for recordGas prices have climbed above $4 per gallon nationwide as the Iran war disrupts global oil supplies, putting October on track to become the...
23 Oct, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
Trump invokes Cold War-era Defense Production Act for oil production, refiningUS President Donald Trump has determined that petroleum production and refining are essential for national defense. This decision allows po...
23 Oct, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
India's copper demand rises 12% to 2,100 KT in FY26India's copper demand rose to 2,100 kilotonnes in FY'26, reflecting a 12% increase from the previous year. This growth was primarily driven...
22 Oct, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
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...
22 Oct, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Global Market: UK inflation rises to 3.5% in September, boosting rate hike betsUK inflation rises to 3.5% in September from 3.1% in August, exceeding expectations as higher fuel prices linked to the Iran war add to pri...
21 Oct, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
ECB says AI, greener economy help euro zone weather energy shockDespite facing substantial energy challenges from escalating oil and gas prices, the euro zone economy has shown resilience in growth. Econ...
21 Oct, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
India’s drought-hit maize crunch pits poultry, ethanol makers in ‘me first’ fightDrought conditions have caused a significant decrease in maize supply, leading to competition among industries for access. Poultry producer...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Asia’s resilience masks a growing jobs challenge as AI reshapes workThe Asia-Pacific region has shown resilience despite energy shocks and trade restrictions, with the IMF projecting 4.8% growth. While some ...
20 Oct, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
Expensive flights, struggling airlines: Why India's airfare crisis has no easy fix for passengersIndia's proposed new airfare framework would require airlines to submit fare structures to the DGCA a month in advance, amid festive-season...
19 Oct, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
'Govt has no plans to regulate airfares'India's government has clarified that it will not regulate ticket prices for airlines under new rules. The new air fare regulations will al...
19 Oct, 2026, 12.09 AM IST