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Trump sanctions impact: China wants banks to pause new loans to sanctioned refiners

Meanwhile, the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that America had sent warning letters to two Chinese banks. (AI image) Amid Trump’s sanctions, China’s financial regulator has reportedly instructed the country’s biggest banks to temporarily halt fresh lending to five refineries that have been targeted by recent US sanctions over their links to Iranian crude…

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60 million barrels of Russian crude booked by Indian refiners amid global supply strain

Indian refiners have stepped up purchases of Russian crude as they lock in supplies for the coming month, with around 60 million barrels secured, according to people aware of the developments. The move comes as disruptions linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict continue to affect global oil flows.The cargoes have reportedly been contracted at…

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No takers for Iran oil? Why India’s refiners are hesitant despite US waiver

NEW DELHI: India’s state-run refiners are holding back from purchasing US-permitted Iranian oil cargoes despite a fresh sanctions waiver, as logistical, financial and regulatory uncertainties outweigh the short-term opportunity.According to a Bloomberg report, the hesitation comes after the United States issued a one-month waiver on Friday, allowing countries to buy Iranian crude already “on the…

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Will India resume buying Iranian oil? Refiners eye crude return as US grants waiver

As the US temporarily eases sanctions on Iranian oil imports, Indian refiners are eyeing a resumption of crude purchases from Tehran.According to Reuters, several Indian refining companies are awaiting government direction and clarification from Washington on payment terms before finalising shipments. Watch HUGE VICTORY For Iran? U.S. Forced To Lift Oil Sanctions Under Global Pressure;…

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Lpg Production Increase: Gulf crisis: Government invokes special powers, asks refiners to boost LPG output

NEW DELHI: Invoking its emergency powers, the government directed oil refiners late on Thursday to increase production of cooking gas and ensure there is no shortage of LPG for domestic customers due to supply constraints arising from the ongoing military conflict in West Asia.India imports over 60% of its domestic LPG requirement, and nearly 85-90%…

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Over 10 million barrels bought! Indian refiners buy Russian crude to counter Middle East oil supply shock; US gives 30-day waiver

Indian refiners are currently paying a premium of $2 to $4 per barrel above Dated Brent for deliveries of Russia’s benchmark Urals crude. (AI image) In a quick and immediate fix to the Middle East oil supply shock, Indian refiners have begun purchasing readily available Russian crude oil. With ships and tankers currently not moving…

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