Page 2 - Crude Oil Prices

India's energy intensity falls 30% since 1991, easing oil shock risks

This means that while the economy may use larger amounts of energy on an absolute basis as it grows, it is now generating more output per unit of energy consumed than before

Oil prices climb after fresh US strikes on Iran raise supply concerns

Brent crude futures rose 78 cents, or 1 per cent to $78.8 a barrel by 0054 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 74 cents, or 1.01 per cent, at $74.26 a barrel

War insurers advise shipowners to pause Hormuz voyages after attacks

Renewed tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz have driven up war risk insurance costs, raising concerns over shipping, oil supplies, and maritime security

Russia bans diesel exports after Ukrainian drone attacks hit refineries

Russia's temporary diesel export ban has pushed global fuel prices to multi-year highs, adding fresh pressure to energy markets already disrupted by the Iran war

Strengthening India's energy security beyond the Strait of Hormuz crisis

We can hope for peace opening the Strait of Hormuz, but must prepare for war closing it

Oil prices edge higher as focus shifts to supply recovery and demand

Brent crude futures ​gained 28 cents, or 0.39%, to $72.29, and US WTI crude rose ‌to $68.84 a barrel, up 29 cents, or 0.26% as of 0046 GMT, after settling down to around pre-Iran war levels on Monday

Oil prices slip after Opec+ agrees to raise August output targets

Brent crude falls below $72 a barrel, while US WTI slips to around $68.6 as recovering Strait of Hormuz exports ease supply concerns

OMCs back in profit as under-recoveries on petrol and diesel shrink

Analysts and the government differ on fuel under-recoveries as crude prices ease, highlighting contrasting views on OMC margins and India's fuel pricing formula

Oil prices up slightly ahead of long US weekend as peace efforts hold

Brent ​futures climbed 46 cents, or 0.64%, to $72.26 a barrel as of 0407 GMT. West ‌Texas Intermediate was up 32 cents, or 0.47%, to $69.01 a barrel

West Asia crisis caused ₹74,781 cr loss on fuel sales for oil firms: Puri

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said rising crude prices during the West Asia conflict led to ₹74,781 crore in losses for state-run OMCs till June 30

Emerging challenges: India needs to do more to attract stable capital flows

Falling oil prices offer India short-term relief, but the RBI warns that geopolitical tensions and shifting global capital flows continue to pose financial stability risks

Benchmark indices snap two-day decline as easing crude oil lifts sentiment

The Sensex and Nifty gained 0.6 per cent on Wednesday as easing crude oil prices, gains in financials and auto stocks, and strong domestic institutional buying lifted market sentiment

Oil prices rise as Iran's refusal to meet US envoys dims ceasefire hopes

Brent futures rose 50 cents or 0.69% to $73.45 a barrel at 1208 ‌GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude climbed 63 cents, or 0.91%, to $70.13 a barrel

Oil prices fall as investors await outcome of US-Iran talks in Doha

Brent August crude futures were down 0.9 per cent, or 64 cents, at $72.51 a ‌barrel as of 0356; US West Texas Intermediate for August fell 0.6 per cent, or 39 cents, to $70.36 a barrel

Asian markets struggle for direction amid West Asia risks, rate-hike bets

Investors weighed the impact of a pause in hostilities between the United States and Iran, while firm oil prices and expectations of higher interest rates kept the dollar near a one-year high

Markets ahead: West Asia tensions, crude prices key factors to watch out

Developments on the geopolitical front, with the latest military exchanges involving the US and Iran, their impact on crude oil prices and domestic macroeconomic data announcements would dictate sentiments in the stock market this week, analysts said. Besides, trading patterns of foreign investors and progress of the southwest monsoon would also remain the key areas of focus for investors, they added. "Market participants will closely monitor Industrial Production (IIP) data, the final HSBC Manufacturing, Services and Composite PMI readings, and the foreign exchange reserves data for fresh insights into the health of the domestic economy," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Globally, the trajectory of crude oil prices and geopolitical developments in West Asia will remain key drivers of market sentiment, he said. The monthly auto sales numbers on July 1 will also be tracked by investors closely. "The week ahead is likely to be shaped by developments on the ..

Hormuz reopening quickly floods oil markets with supply, weighing on prices

An increase in crude shipments from the Persian Gulf, combined with weak Chinese demand and inventory releases, is putting downward pressure on oil prices worldwide

IndiGo up 24% in June; on course to log biggest monthly gain in over 7 yrs

On Thursday, IndiGo stock rallied nearly 5% as crude oil prices dipped below US-Iran war levels. The airline stock logged its biggest monthly rally in March 2019.

10-year govt bond yield at three-month low as RBI eases rate worries

The benchmark 10-year bond yield fell 6 basis points to 6.80 per cent as RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra's remarks eased rate-hike concerns

Building buffers: Forex inflows should be used to build up reserves

Falling crude prices and US-Iran talks have eased pressure on the rupee, but RBI may continue building forex buffers amid global and domestic uncertainties