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Textile and apparel exports take a hit in Q1The cumulative export of textiles and apparel during April to June 2026 registered a de-growth of -2.95% over April-June 2025. "During June...
India can find alternative sources for crude, but LPG at risk: ExecutivesIndustry executives said India should be able to source alternative crude and LNG supplies, albeit at higher prices. LPG supplies, however,...
After Hormuz, Iran turns to Red Sea gateway as new pressure pointIran is signaling potential closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait via its Houthi allies. This move risks disrupting global trade and vital en...
India inflation risks mount on renewed US-Iran tensions, El NinoIndia's inflation faces an uncertain future outlook. Renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz may increase oil prices. An intensifying El N...
Trump's Strait of Hormuz Plan Explained: Can the US charge ships and what it means for IndiaStrait of Hormuz Explained: US President Donald Trump's proposal to impose a 20% charge on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz has s...
Hormuz turmoil sends gold lower, disrupts India's tea and basmati exportsGulf hostilities impacting the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted Indian commodity markets. Gold and silver prices have fallen sharply, while ...
Why reopening the Strait of Hormuz may demand more than US airstrikesPresident Trump seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict with Iran. Securing this vital waterway may require tens of thou...
India-New Zealand FTA likely to enter into force by year-end: Minister Todd McClayIndia and New Zealand's free trade agreement is expected to take effect by year's end. This pact will significantly enhance economic and tr...
US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo, says Trump; reinstates naval blockade on IranPresident Donald Trump announced the United States is reinstating a naval blockade on Iran. He stated the U.S. will be reimbursed twenty pe...
Ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in secret as US and Iran trade strikesFollowing renewed US-Iran fighting, observable ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has halted, replaced by vessels making secret "dark cro...
How Europe is keeping planes flying despite jet fuel risksEurope faces significant jet fuel supply risks due to Middle East tensions. The region imports heavily and has limited reserves for disrupt...
Could oil prices spike further? Inside the fragile US-Iran stance in the GulfGeopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated after attacks on commercial vessels. Iran's objective appears to be expanding its s...
Hormuz ship insurance demand drops as owners get nervousLondon marine insurers report fewer transit inquiries for the Strait of Hormuz. Shipowners show growing caution as US and Iran exchange att...
India's crude imports remain resilient despite Strait of Hormuz tensionsIndia's crude oil imports are insulated from Hormuz Strait tensions currently. Refiners have successfully diversified their import portfoli...
India breaks into China's steel box monopoly after costly lessonIndia has launched its first export-import (EXIM) shipping container for global deployment, marking its entry into a sector overwhelmingly ...
Global Market: Asian refiners turn to cheaper Gulf oil despite Saudi price cutsSaudi Arabia significantly reduced crude oil prices for Asian buyers this month. Rival Gulf producers are offering better value and deeper ...
Dynamic Pricing Is Changing the Parcel Shipping IndustryParcel shipping is rapidly shifting from predictable, static pricing to dynamic rates that fluctuate with demand, capacity, and customer ch...