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Global Oil Demand Is Heading For Its First Drop Since 2020. What's Driving It?
According to the AP report, global oil consumption in May fell by 5.3 million bpd from a year earlier to an average of 97.9 million barrels per day.
Russia's diesel export ban deepens global supply crunch
Russia's diesel export ban has significantly impacted global energy markets. This action exacerbated existing fuel shortages and drove prices higher worldwide. European gasoil futures reached record highs against Brent crude oil. The United States also saw diesel futures jump substantially on Wednesday. These events highlight the interconnectedness of global oil supply chains.
US stock futures little changed as SK Hynix gears up for Wall Street debut
US stock futures traded little changed on Friday after a strong Wall Street session, with investors awaiting SK Hynix's record Nasdaq debut. Markets are also assessing the IEA's forecast of the first annual decline in global oil demand since 2020.
INR settles higher on positive cues from local equities; Weak greenback supports
The Indian rupee rose 14 paise to settle at 95.33 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday as the greenback weakened but crude oil prices steadied amid intensifying tensions in West Asia. FII outflows and uncertainties over fresh tensions in West Asia weighed on the local unit while positive sentiment in the domestic equity markets provided support. Local shares ended Friday's session on a buoyant note, with firm cues from global markets and TCS' better-than-expected Q1 earnings helping underpin investor sentiment. Fears about a return to full-blow war however subsided after President Donald Trump claimed that Iran wants to "make a deal so badly," but he doesn't know if they're worthy of making a deal. The BSE Sensex climbed 827.57 points (1.08%) to close at 77,569.39, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 244.10 points (1.02%) to settle at 24,206.90.
IEA's Russian oil output forecasts cut after Ukraine attacks
IEA downgrades Russian oil production outlook due to Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure, impacting global supply.
Fresh US-Iran clash clouds IEA oil outlook despite June supply lift from Hormuz reopening
Global oil supply rebounded in June after a ceasefire allowed Strait of Hormuz transit. However, renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran threaten future oil surplus forecasts. The International Energy Agency sees potential disruption to its 2027 surplus projection. Refined product markets remain tight due to refinery issues and Ukrainian attacks. Global oil demand is recovering, but overall supply forecasts depend on lasting peace.
E20 costs more at current crude prices, but saves forex, boosts farmers' income, reduce oil dependence: Govt
Ethanol blending shields Indian consumers from volatile global oil prices. This program reduces dependence on imported crude oil significantly. It also strengthens the country's long-term energy security and foreign exchange reserves. The initiative has already saved over one lakh ninety-seven thousand crore rupees. Continued blending promises greater fuel price stability and farmer income.
Nigerian Stocks Vault Past Korea's Kospi To Claim World's Top Returns
The benchmark index in Africa's largest oil producer has returned 68% in dollar terms this year, outpacing the 66% gain for the Kospi index, according to data from the 92 global stock exchanges tracked by Bloomberg.
ADB trims India's growth projection to 6.6% reflecting elevated energy prices
Asian Development Bank on Thursday lowered India's GDP growth projection to 6.6 per cent as against 6.9 per cent estimated earlier for the current fiscal on concerns of higher energy prices fuelled by the Middle East crisis. Despite the growth moderation, India still continues to be the fastest-growing major economy in the world, ADB said. India's GDP growth forecasts are revised down to 6.6 per cent for FY2026 (ending 31 March 2027) and maintained at 7.3 per cent for FY2027, Asian Development Outlook (ADO) July 2026 said. Growth will be supported by policy interventions to attract more foreign capital, as well as fuel tax cuts, targeted credit support, strong services exports, and public capital expenditure. The FY2027 growth forecast remains unchanged from April, underpinned by improved global conditions and export competitiveness gained through trade agreements with various partners. However, risks tilt to the downside driven by heightened geopolitical tensions, or weather-induced
Hardeep Puri explains why India has among world's cheapest petrol, spells out country's fuel strategy
India offers some of the world's cheapest petrol, according to the Petroleum Minister. Ethanol blending significantly contributes to these lower fuel prices for consumers. This strategy reduces dependence on volatile global crude oil prices. Farmers' ethanol, with fixed annual prices, aids in maintaining stable domestic fuel costs. The Middle East conflict has driven up international oil prices, impacting other nations.
ONGC to undertake 1.75 MMT strategic oil reserve expansion at Mangaluru
ONGC approved a 1.75 MMT strategic petroleum reserve expansion at Mangaluru. This project will add significant storage capacity to India's energy security network. India is strengthening its reserves after recent global supply chain disruptions. Additional SPR facilities are also being developed in Odisha and Karnataka. This increases India's total oil storage capacity to approximately seventy-four days.
Asian stocks climb as AI rally outweighs US-Iran conflict concerns
The renewed back-and-forth attacks have further eroded the fragile 3-week-old ceasefire, bringing the spotlight back on oil prices and what it could mean for inflation and the global rates outlook