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Page 23 - Us-iran Tensions

AWL flags 20% surge in oil-linked input costs amid West Asia conflict

The ‌pressures reflect a broader industry trend, with peers such as bottled water maker Bisleri and Dove soapmaker Hindustan Unilever raising prices to counter higher conflict-linked input costs

AWL flags 20% surge in oil-linked input costs amid West Asia conflict
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

Hormuz must not be used as 'bargaining chip': Qatar amid stalled talks

The spokesperson's remarks come at a critical juncture as efforts to bridge the gap between the US and Iran continue to stall

Hormuz must not be used as 'bargaining chip': Qatar amid stalled talks
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 11:44 AM IST

Hormuz must not be used as 'bargaining chip': Qatar amid stalled talks

The spokesperson's remarks come at a critical juncture as efforts to bridge the gap between the US and Iran continue to stall

Hormuz must not be used as 'bargaining chip': Qatar amid stalled talks
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 11:44 AM IST

Trump claims King Charles aligns with US against Iran's nuclear ambitions

Trump claimed that the US remains resolute in its mission to prevent Tehran from achieving atomic capabilities, suggesting the King shared this conviction

Trump claims King Charles aligns with US against Iran's nuclear ambitions
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 10:03 AM IST

Trump claims King Charles aligns with US against Iran's nuclear ambitions

Trump claimed that the US remains resolute in its mission to prevent Tehran from achieving atomic capabilities, suggesting the King shared this conviction

Trump claims King Charles aligns with US against Iran's nuclear ambitions
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 10:03 AM IST

Iran proposes 3-stage plan to reopen Hormuz in exchange for US blockade end

The strategic overture seeks to dismantle the current geopolitical stalemate and revitalise stalled negotiations

Iran proposes 3-stage plan to reopen Hormuz in exchange for US blockade end
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 9:33 AM IST

Iran proposes 3-stage plan to reopen Hormuz in exchange for US blockade end

The strategic overture seeks to dismantle the current geopolitical stalemate and revitalise stalled negotiations

Iran proposes 3-stage plan to reopen Hormuz in exchange for US blockade end
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 9:33 AM IST

Iran facing $170 mn daily loss as oil exports hit due to blockade: Bessent

Detailing the broader economic strategy, Bessent noted that the Treasury Department is intensifying financial restrictions through "Operation Fury"

Iran facing $170 mn daily loss as oil exports hit due to blockade: Bessent
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 9:25 AM IST

Iran facing $170 mn daily loss as oil exports hit due to blockade: Bessent

Detailing the broader economic strategy, Bessent noted that the Treasury Department is intensifying financial restrictions through "Operation Fury"

Iran facing $170 mn daily loss as oil exports hit due to blockade: Bessent
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 9:25 AM IST

Trump unhappy with peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'

Iran's most recent offer for resolving the two-month war would set aside discussion of its nuclear programme until the conflict was concluded and shipping disputes resolved

Trump unhappy with peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 8:44 AM IST

Trump unhappy with peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'

Iran's most recent offer for resolving the two-month war would set aside discussion of its nuclear programme until the conflict was concluded and shipping disputes resolved

Trump unhappy with peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 8:44 AM IST

Iran war completes 2 months: Nifty targets cut amid oil, inflation risks

Brokerages have cut Nifty targets by around 4% per cent since February 28 as Iran war keeps oil prices high, raising inflation, GDP, and earnings concerns for Indian stock markets

Iran war completes 2 months: Nifty targets cut amid oil, inflation risks
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 8:01 AM IST

'Do not consider the war over', says Iran Army spokesman Amir Akraminia

According to Iran's state broadcaster IRIB, Army spokesperson Amir Akraminia said that the situation remains active from a military standpoint

'Do not consider the war over', says Iran Army spokesman Amir Akraminia
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 7:50 AM IST

'Do not consider the war over', says Iran Army spokesman Amir Akraminia

According to Iran's state broadcaster IRIB, Army spokesperson Amir Akraminia said that the situation remains active from a military standpoint

'Do not consider the war over', says Iran Army spokesman Amir Akraminia
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 7:50 AM IST

Brent at $114: Why inventory drawdowns are resetting crude's floor

Brent near $114 signals tight supply as inventories plunge. Backwardation, outages, and demand risks amid Iran war may reset crude's floor to $75-80, says Anindya Banerjee of Kotak Securities

Brent at $114: Why inventory drawdowns are resetting crude's floor
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 7:46 AM IST

Two months of West Asia war: 4 lessons for India from US-Iran conflict

An important lesson from the history of geopolitical conflicts, including wars, is that their impact on the stock market is short-lived.

Two months of West Asia war: 4 lessons for India from US-Iran conflict
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 7:38 AM IST

Oil outlook: Prolonged Iran war, Hormuz disruption may keep Brent near $90

Prolonged Strait of Hormuz disruption may keep oil prices higher for longer, says Mohammed Imran of Mirae Asset Sharekhan. He forecasts Brent at $90 in Q4-CY26; risks skew to $120 on supply shock

Oil outlook: Prolonged Iran war, Hormuz disruption may keep Brent near $90
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 7:28 AM IST

US sanctions Iran's 35 'shadow banking' architecture under Op Economic Fury

The move aims to choke off a financial lifeline that has moved tens of billions of dollars to fund the Iranian regime's armed forces, missile programs, and regional terrorist proxies

US sanctions Iran's 35 'shadow banking' architecture under Op Economic Fury
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 6:47 AM IST

US sanctions Iran's 35 'shadow banking' architecture under Op Economic Fury

The move aims to choke off a financial lifeline that has moved tens of billions of dollars to fund the Iranian regime's armed forces, missile programs, and regional terrorist proxies

US sanctions Iran's 35 'shadow banking' architecture under Op Economic Fury
Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 6:47 AM IST

Trump claims Iran has just 'informed the US it's in a State of Collapse'

Trump claimed Iran has just' informed the US it's in a State of Collapse. "They want us to "Open the Hormuz Strait," as soon as possible, as they try to figure out their leadership situation," Trump posted on social media. He added that he believes they will be able to sort out reported divisions within the Islamic Republic government about negotiations with the US. The White House did not immediately respond to questions about who on the Iranian side delivered the message, who in the Republican administration received it and whether the communications were conducted directly with the US or through an intermediary.

Trump claims Iran has just 'informed the US it's in a State of Collapse'
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 8:39 PM IST