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India’s rising oil imports push trade deficit into risky territory: Crisil

India’s oil trade deficit is expected to widen significantly in FY27 due to rising crude oil prices and weakening petroleum exports, according to a report by Crisil. The report warned that India’s heavy dependence on imported crude could put added pressure on the country’s external finances, with the current account…

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Hospitals and LIC Housing are the best bottom-up bets right now, says Varun Saboo

Markets face a tricky situation with rising crude oil, a weakening rupee, and increasing global interest rates. Varun Saboo advises ignoring sector calls and focusing on safe, stock-specific investments. He highlights the hospital sector for its operating leverage and LIC Housing for its structural advantage. Investors should seek businesses with…

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Gold prices snap 2-day fall, silver at Rs 2.75 lakh/kg. What should you do amid Iran war uncertainty?

Gold prices rose while silver declined on MCX Tuesday as a weaker dollar and cooling crude oil prices influenced sentiment. Gold gained after U.S. President Donald Trump delayed a planned strike on Iran, easing concerns over oil supply disruptions and inflation.

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Oil Price Today (May 19): Crude oil retreats from $110 as Trump delays planned strike on Iran. Where are prices headed?

Oil prices dipped Tuesday after President Trump delayed a planned military strike on Iran, following appeals from Middle Eastern leaders. This de-escalation eased immediate concerns over global crude supply disruptions. Analysts warn that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could still impact markets significantly.

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Positive cues from GIFT Nifty point to higher opening for D-Street

Markets are expected to remain event-driven with persistent volatility due to elevated crude oil prices, a weakening rupee, rising bond yields, and inflationary concerns. Despite resilient domestic earnings, investors are wary of the second-order impacts on inflation and the RBI's policy. The India VIX rose to 19.63, indicating market fear.

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‘Remain calm’: Japan is gripped by fears of a naphtha shortage. What is it and why are people worried?

Few had heard of the crude oil-derived chemical until recently, but shortages caused by the blockade of the strait of Hormuz have led to a spike in concern

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Cotton Rallies into the Monday Close

Cotton futures closed the Monday session with contracts 110 to 309 points higher on the day. The US dollar index was $0.298 lower at $98.91. Crude oil was up $1.83 at $107.25 on the day. NASS Crop Progress data showed 41% of the US cotton crop planted as of May...

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Stocks Settle Mixed as Iran War Remains Unresolved

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Monday closed down -0.07%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.32%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.45%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) fell -0.12%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Crude Oil Prices Finish Sharply Higher Amid Tightening Global Supplies

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) on Monday closed up +3.24 (+3.07%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) closed up +0.0588 (+1.59%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied sharply on Monday, with crude posting a 3-week high and gasoline posting a nearly 4-year nearest-futures high. Crude prices soared on Monday...

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Cotton Rallying into Midday Trade

Cotton futures are trading with 193 to 276 point gains at midday. The US dollar index is $0.258 lower at $98.95. Crude oil is up $1.33 at $106.75 on the day. On Sunday, the White House released a fact sheet on the US/China talks from last week, in part stating...

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Crude Oil Prices Underpinned by Lack of Progress in US-Iran Peace Negotiations

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) today is up +1.44 (+1.38%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) is up +0.0441 (+1.19%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied to 2-week highs today as doubts about the progress of peace negotiations to end the US-Iran war keep the Strait of Hormuz closed...

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Stocks Pressured by a Rebound in Crude Prices and Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.20%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.57%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.28%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Falls as Crude Prices Slide and Stocks Rebound

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell from a 1.25-month high today and is down by -0.21%. The dollar gave up overnight gains today and turned lower after crude oil prices retreated following reports that the US proposed a temporary waiver of sanctions on Iran’s oil. Lower crude prices lower inflation...

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Stocks Mixed as Crude Oil Prices and Bond Yields Fall

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.07%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.29%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.25%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.10%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Current price of oil as of May 18, 2026

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Macro worries cloud markets, but domestic fundamentals offer cushion: Sandip Sabharwal

Market expert Sandip Sabharwal highlights that despite global headwinds like rising crude oil and currency weakness, Indian corporate fundamentals offer stability. He views the Bharti-Prudential deal positively for FDI and sees potential tactical upside in the IT sector, while cautioning about Vodafone Idea's structural challenges and favoring private banks over…

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If oil stays above $100/ barrel and RBI stops managing volatility, Re would be 102 against dollar: Naveen Mathur

India's foreign exchange reserves have dropped significantly as the Reserve Bank of India intervenes to manage rupee volatility. Surging crude oil prices and foreign investor outflows are pressuring the currency. Analysts suggest the rupee's slide may continue if global conditions do not stabilize. The RBI aims to smooth the rupee's…

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Petrol, Diesel prices hiked again as brent crude rises above $110 barrel? Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and other cities today

Petrol, Diesel prices today: Petrol and diesel prices remained steady on Monday after a recent Rs 3 per litre hike, with further increases anticipated due to rising global oil prices. This surge, driven by Middle East conflict and US-Iran tensions, is pressuring India's foreign exchange reserves as the nation imports…

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Oil Price Today (May 18): Crude oil above $110 again as Iran war tensions deepen. Where is liquid gold headed?

Oil prices climbed on Monday. Hopes for peace with Iran dimmed after an attack on a UAE nuclear plant. President Trump is reviewing military actions. Drone attacks on the UAE and Saudi Arabia increased fears of wider conflict. The Strait of Hormuz remains a key concern for global oil and…

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FPIs pull out Rs 27,000 cr in May; 2026 outflows hit Rs 2.2 lakh cr-mark

Himanshu Srivastava, Principal - Manager Research at Morningstar Investment Research India, said the latest outflow trend reflected persistent uncertainty surrounding global growth, elevated geopolitical tensions across key regions and volatility in crude oil prices, which continued to weigh on risk appetite towards emerging markets, including India.

The Economic Times

Will petrol and diesel prices rise again? Fuel hike may be just the first of several increases, say experts

Petrol, Diesel price today: Fuel prices have been increased by Rs 3 per litre as state-run oil companies face mounting losses due to rising global crude oil prices. Experts predict this hike is the beginning of staggered increases, with further modest rises likely if the West Asia conflict persists and…

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India’s gold import duty hike: A double-edged sword

India has raised gold import duty to 15% and urged citizens to buy less gold. This move targets foreign reserves and the rupee's value. However, India's strong cultural demand for gold may limit effectiveness. Higher duties could also boost illegal gold imports. Investors should consider gold as a long-term hedge.

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Crude oil surges 8% in a week to near $110 as Iran war tensions simmer again. Where are prices headed?

Oil prices surged this week as U.S. President Trump and Iran's foreign minister exchanged remarks, dampening hopes for a near-term agreement on ship attacks around the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures rose 7.84% and WTI gained 10.48% amid uncertainty over the fragile ceasefire and the potential for prolonged disruptions…

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WPI inflation to face further upside as oil and metal prices stay elevated amid geopolitical tensions: Report

India's Wholesale Price Index surged to 8.3 percent in April 2026. Fuel and manufactured goods drove this sharp rise. Global crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions impacted fuel costs. Metal prices also climbed significantly. Food inflation eased but may rise later. This marks the highest WPI since October 2022.

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Cotton Pushes Losses into the Friday Close

Cotton futures rounded out the Friday session with contracts down 151 to 333 points. July was 412 points in the red this week, with December falling 355 points. The US dollar index was $0.467 higher at $99.195. Crude oil was up $4.49 at $105.66 on the day. Few details announced...

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