Stock market began the week in red as tensions in the Middle East continue to intensify and benchmark indices tumble over 0.2%. While NSE Nifty50 opened below 22,800, BSE Sensex tumbled over 300 points. Around 9:25 am Nifty50 traded at 22,666.90, down 46 points or 0.2%. The 30 share pack Sensex also slipped 197 points…
As the Middle East crisis escalates, crude oil prices could surge to $150 or $200 a barrel if the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues over the next six to eight weeks. The disruption is a result of the ongoing war involving the US, Israel, and Iran, which has already prompted Persian Gulf producers…
In a delightful surprise for fans, Glen Powell will take on the role of Fox McCloud in the upcoming ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ film. The ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ actor shared the exciting news via a playful post on social media, sparking discussions of potential crossover moments that could unfold. Alongside returning favorites, the film will welcome…
Oil prices cooled down on Friday, after US signalled negotiations with Iran were ‘going very well’ and pushed the deadline with the country for 10 days. Both benchmarks, Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) were down 2%. Brent crude touched $108 per barrel before easing to $105.75 per barrel, down 2.08%. West Texas Intermediate…
United Airlines will cut more unprofitable flights over the next two quarters as it braces for a prolonged period of elevated jet fuel prices linked to the war involving Iran. However, strong travel demand continues to allow US carriers to raise fares.In a staff memo on Friday, chief executive Scott Kirby said the airline is…
Crude oil prices showed slight relaxation on Wednesday as tensions continue to boil in the Middle East. Brent crude climbed 3.2% to $103.42 a barrel before slipping $1.15, or 1.11%, to $102.27 a barrel, by 0108 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude fell $1.54, or 1.6%, to $94.67. The gains initially marked oil’s second-highest close…
Oil prices climbed further on Monday after the US administration signalled that the Middle East crisis may persist for several more weeks, raising concerns over prolonged disruptions to global energy supplies. Donald Trump also called on other countries to help secure the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most crucial routes for oil…
The Middle East crisis impact has continued to spill across global oil supply chains, once again pushing crude prices beyond the $100 mark. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose slightly after moving past $100 a barrel on Thursday (local time), gaining 0.20% to trade at $100.66 by 0020 GMT. Meanwhile, US benchmark West Texas…
US stock markets opened sharply lower on Thursday as surging oil prices and uncertainty stemming from the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran weighed on investor sentiment.Shortly after opening bell, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.1 per cent to 46,879.09. The broader S&P 500 declined 1.0 per cent to 6,706.10, while the…
Oil prices fell to around $88 per barrel after a report said that the International Energy Agency (IEA) is considering a record release of emergency oil reserves to stabilise global markets amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, according to Bloomberg.According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, the proposed release could exceed…