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Geopolitics

Oil Prices and Stocks Swing Wildly as Iran and Israel Launch New Strikes

The New York Times – World · US

Oil prices and stocks initially swung wildly, and Iran’s foreign minister promised “surprises,” calling the strikes against his country “Operation Epic Mistake…

Geopolitics

'Will remove some oil sanctions': Trump as crude prices soar amid Iran war

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Business Desk provides global business news, tracking industries, markets, and economic trends. - Focuses on in-depth analysis, exclusive reports, and …

Geopolitics

China-US trade relations may reach a ‘tactical truce’, slowing down economic decoupling

South China Morning Post – World · China

Companies in southern China are feeling growing confidence in the state of US-China relations and are reinvesting cautiously in the country, according to a sur…

Geopolitics

Putin says Russia can supply oil, gas to Europe as energy prices soar

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Russian president spoke as oil prices surged past $100 per barrel, reaching levels unseen since start of Ukraine war.

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis: Oil tops $100, nears 4-year high as Saudis cut production

Times of India – World · India

- Loan calculators estimate monthly installments for loans. - SIP calculators estimate returns from systematic investment plans. - PPF/FD calculators deter…

Geopolitics

Manchester-bound flight returns to Delhi after flying 13 hours; London-Mumbai diverted to Cairo

Times of India – World · India

A flight to Manchester experienced a significant delay and returned to Delhi after over 13 hours due to a call sign mix-up. The leased aircraft, operating unde…

Geopolitics

Government working to ‘optimise’ gas supply as Gulf war hits LNG flow

Times of India – World · India

India faces a nearly 40% hit to its LNG supply due to the West Asia conflict, prompting the government to devise an "optimisation plan" for industries. While f…

Geopolitics

California gas prices rise above $5 a gallon amid US war with Iran

The Guardian – World · Europe

West coast state’s average cost per gallon has climbed $0.55 since the conflict in Middle East began over a week agoMiddle East crisis – live updatesSign up fo…

Geopolitics

How high could oil go, and what might the global economic fallout be?

The Guardian – World · Europe

There is talk of crude surpassing its record high of 2008 with potentially dire effects for consumers and businessesFears over the global economy have been sto…

Geopolitics

Outdated job rules on women could slow India’s growth as it ages

Times of India – World · India

- Loan calculators estimate monthly installments. - SIP tools predict investment returns. - PPF/FD calculators determine maturity and interest. - NPS and…

Geopolitics

Iran war: How long before Gulf nations stop pumping oil?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The oil price spiked near $120 after strikes on Iran's energy sites and the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz. With tankers stuck and Gulf oil facilities hit, p…

Geopolitics

Watch: Why the Iran war is pushing up oil prices

BBC News – World · Europe

As turmoil continues in the Middle East, the price of crude oil rose to more than $100 a barrel on Monday.

Geopolitics

Countries in Asia Try to Contain the Economic Fallout of the Mideast Conflict

The New York Times – World · US

Across Asia, where countries are highly exposed to rising oil and gas costs and tightening supply, governments are acting to mitigate economic harm.

Geopolitics

Petrol, diesel prices unlikely to rise; India has adequate fuel stocks: Report

Times of India – World · India

Good news for Indian consumers as government sources indicate petrol and diesel prices are unlikely to rise despite Middle East tensions. The nation boasts suf…

Geopolitics

G7 to discuss possible emergency release of oil reserves over war, says France’s Macron

South China Morning Post – World · China

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday the G7 will discuss a possible release of strategic oil reserves, as finance ministers of the world’s leading i…

Geopolitics

Proposed 33% rise in MPF payments ‘may pile on business pressure, hit jobs’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Proposals by Hong Kong’s pension regulator to increase Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) contributions for higher-paid workers by up to 33 per cent could worsen b…

Geopolitics

UK interest rate cuts unlikely this year amid Iran war – and a rise could be ahead

The Guardian – World · Europe

Markets predict Bank of England will hold rates in 2026 as bond yields soar on forecasts of prolonged conflictIran war drives oil prices above $100 a barrelBus…

Geopolitics

Lengthy US-Iran war would affect ‘lives and households of everybody’, says Starmer

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ministers understood to be considering ways to mitigate rising energy bills as oil prices surpass $100 a barrelMiddle East crisis – live updatesUK politics liv…

General

Oil price surge shocks markets worldwide and stokes inflation fears

NBC News – World · US

The price of oil surged Monday, as the effects of the Iran war hit markets worldwide and stoke fresh worries about inflation.

General

Oil prices surge at record pace

NBC News – World · US

U.S. crude oil prices are up 35% in one week, a record increase. Gas prices since the war with Iran began are up 34 cents a gallon. One veteran analyst tells N…

Geopolitics

LPG refill rule: Minimum waiting period raised to 25 days to curb hoarding

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Business Desk provides global business news to inform readers about market trends and economic shifts. - Focuses on industries, markets, analysis, and …

Geopolitics

G7 to discuss release of emergency oil reserves as price tops $100

The Guardian – World · Europe

US among three countries so far backing measure triggered by Middle East war, according to reportsIran war drives oil prices above $100 a barrelBusiness live –…

Geopolitics

Why same car has different prices across Indian cities: Explained

Times of India – World · India

Curious why car prices differ across Indian cities? It's not just the manufacturer's price. State road taxes, RTO registration fees, and insurance costs signif…

Geopolitics

Oil above $100 as Iran war disrupts supply: Will G7 tap emergency reserves?

Times of India – World · India

G-7 nations are considering a joint release of strategic oil reserves to stabilize surging crude prices amid the ongoing Middle East war. Finance ministers wil…

Geopolitics

Shortage of LPG cooking gas in Mumbai, supply of commercial cylinders halted

Times of India – World · India

Mumbai is facing a severe LPG cooking gas shortage, with refill waiting times stretching to eight days. Commercial cylinder supply to hotels and restaurants ha…

Geopolitics

Malaysia vows to hold petrol prices as oil hits US$100 a barrel amid Iran war

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Monday that his government would do whatever it took to keep RON95 petrol at 1.99 ringgit (50 US cents) per lit…

Geopolitics

Surcharges considered as Hong Kong fuel prices set to rise amid Iran war

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s transport sector is considering a temporary fuel surcharge for deliveries as pump prices are expected to climb further this week amid rising Middle…

Geopolitics

Stocks Tank in Asia as Oil Price Surges

The New York Times – World · US

Asian markets tumbled on Monday as Middle East tensions and spiking oil prices sparked a mass exit from the region’s previously booming stocks.

Geopolitics

Crude oil surpasses $100: WTI up 30%, brent crude reaches $118; what it means?

Times of India – World · India

Middle East conflict intensifies, driving oil markets past $100 a barrel as Brent crude reached $118. Fears of energy supply disruption and blocked shipping ro…

Geopolitics

China’s consumer prices keep rising after holiday spending surge

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s consumer prices rose during the first two months of the year as a longer-than-usual Chinese New Year holiday drove a surge in spending, though analysts…

Geopolitics

For China, Billions of Dollars Are at Risk From a Widening War

The New York Times – World · US

The country found a home in the Middle East for its investments and growing markets for steel, electric vehicles and solar panels. Those are now at stake.

Geopolitics

Asian equities plunge as oil soars 30% on West Asia crisis

The Hindu – World · India

Investors, already spooked by concerns over extended tech valuations and the huge spending on AI, ran for the hills as crude rocketed to its highest level sinc…

Geopolitics

Fears over Exchange Fund discipline overblown: Hong Kong’s dollar peg architect

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong has adequate safeguards to prevent any misuse of the Exchange Fund, according to the economist known as the “father of the city’s dollar peg”, who ca…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong developers test home-market recovery by raising prices, trimming discounts

South China Morning Post – World · China

Developers in Hong Kong are testing the housing market’s recovery by nudging prices up or paring discounts as improving sentiment and a rebound in transactions…

Geopolitics

Why China’s critical mineral dominance is still disrupting US supply chains

South China Morning Post – World · China

American companies are grappling with a shortage of critical minerals used in daily operations despite China easing some of its export controls, according to i…

Geopolitics

Oil soars past $100 a barrel amid Iran war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Crude oil prices rise by as much 20 percent as sprawling regional conflict threatens global energy supplies.

Geopolitics

Britain’s job market ‘floundering’ as companies remain cautious about hiring

The Guardian – World · Europe

Data shows labour market is still in a fragile position due to economic uncertainty, with few signs of recoveryBritain’s jobs market is “floundering” amid weak…

Geopolitics

Iran war drives oil prices above $100 a barrel for first time since 2022

The Guardian – World · Europe

Donald Trump insists surge in energy prices is ‘very small price to pay’ as Middle East conflict rattles global marketsMiddle East crisis - live updates Global…

Geopolitics

ASX plunges as spike in oil prices over Middle East crisis sparks global inflation fears

The Guardian – World · Europe

Selldown linked to disrupted oil supplies, the single biggest contributor to global inflation, which makes most goods and services more expensiveFollow our Aus…

Geopolitics

Bitter times for cocoa farmers as chocolate market slumps

BBC News – World · Europe

Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin.

Geopolitics

Oil prices surge above $110 and shares slide over Iran war

BBC News – World · Europe

Major disruption to energy supplies threatens to push up prices for consumers and businesses around the world.

General

Oil hits $100 per barrel for first time since July 2022

NBC News – World · US

Oil continued its recent surge Sunday, hitting $100 per barrel for the first time since July 2022 as the ripple effects from the U.S. war on Iran continued to …

Geopolitics

Democrats Seize on Oil Topping $100 a Barrel, as Trump Downplays Jump

The New York Times – World · US

The global oil benchmark topped $100 a barrel late Sunday, putting Republicans on the defensive on an issue at the center of this year’s midterm elections.

Geopolitics

US oil tops $100 a barrel as Iran war rages; Trump says, ‘very small price to pay’

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Business Desk provides global business news, covering industries, markets, and economic trends. - Focuses on in-depth analysis, exclusive reports, and …

Geopolitics

Weaponise EU market against China or face manufacturing collapse: official think tank

South China Morning Post – World · China

The European Union has been urged to weaponise its giant market to draw concessions from China, whose economic fragility is making it increasingly reliant on r…

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