China's Q2 GDP growth cools to 3-1/2-year low, structural imbalances complicate policyChina's second-quarter economic growth slowed to its weakest pace in over three years. Official data revealed a 4.3% annual rise, missing a...
15 Jul, 2026, 09.42 AM IST
China's June oil throughput hits lowest level since pandemic on Iran war woesChina's crude oil processing in June reached its lowest point since the pandemic began. This decline occurred as global supply tightened an...
15 Jul, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
Gold edges higher on soft US inflation, Gulf conflict clouds rate outlookGold prices saw a slight increase on Wednesday as inflation data eased rate hike worries. Renewed Middle East conflict and rising oil price...
15 Jul, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
China's exports ride AI boom as domestic economy strugglesChina's exports saw a significant surge in June, driven by global AI demand and auto sales. Imports also jumped considerably, reaching a fi...
14 Jul, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Rare earth minerals explained: Why are they the world's most strategic resources?Rare earth minerals explained: Rare earths are vital for modern technology and defense applications. China dominates global processing, cre...
14 Jul, 2026, 12.50 PM IST
China's June oil imports hit near 10-year low amid Iran warChina's crude oil imports significantly dropped in June to a ten-year low. This decline occurred as refinery operations reached their lowes...
14 Jul, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
India's June exports shine through West Asia dark clouds; trade deficit widens to five-month highIndia's goods exports increased by 15.5% in June, reaching $40.41 billion. However, the trade deficit expanded significantly to $30.43 bill...
14 Jul, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Lindsey Graham may be dead, but his ‘bunker-buster’ looms over IndiaSenator Graham's Russia Sanctions Bill remains a significant concern for India's energy security. This legislation targets countries purcha...
13 Jul, 2026, 10.32 PM IST
Wheat soars as Ukraine attacks on Russia seen as export riskWhile it’s not yet known if Russia’s grain flows were impacted, prices for wheat gained as much as 4.8%, the most since mid-May.
13 Jul, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Gold slides over 1% as oil surges on Strait of Hormuz closure fearsGold prices declined over one percent in early Asian trade Monday. Oil prices jumped sharply, increasing inflation concerns and interest ra...
13 Jul, 2026, 07.22 AM IST
El Nino effect: Oilseed imports surge in AprilIndia significantly increased oilseed imports in April, driven by El Nino fears. Soybeans constituted ninety-five percent of these substant...
10 Jul, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
Fresh US-Iran clash clouds IEA oil outlook despite June supply lift from Hormuz reopeningGlobal oil supply rebounded in June after a ceasefire allowed Strait of Hormuz transit. However, renewed hostilities between the United Sta...
10 Jul, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
Asia growth improves but ADB warns of persistent headwindsAsian economic growth is projected at 4.9% for 2026, a slight improvement from earlier forecasts. Lingering Middle East conflict impacts co...
10 Jul, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
Oil edges lower, but heads for weekly gain as Middle East supply risks persistOil prices saw a slight dip Friday but are set for weekly gains. US and Iran exchanged strikes, escalating regional tensions and impacting ...
10 Jul, 2026, 07.23 AM IST
Strategic oil reserve buying set to support crude demand through 2028To enhance energy security and stabilize market prices, various governments plan to acquire millions of oil barrels up to 2028. This approa...
09 Jul, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
Global Market: China's factory inflation hits four-year high, keeping metals and industrial stocks in focusChina's factory-gate inflation reached its fastest pace in four years during June. Producer prices rose 4.1 percent year-on-year, driven by...
09 Jul, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
Global oil market weathers Iran war shock, but reserve depletion raises future price risksThe global oil market absorbed record supply disruptions during the Iran conflict without triggering a prolonged price shock. But analysts ...
07 Jul, 2026, 01.12 PM IST