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BPCL buys 1 million barrels of US crude via tender, sources say
Bharat Petroleum Corporation has purchased one million barrels of US West Texas Intermediate crude oil. This significant purchase was made via a tender for August arrival. The Indian company acquired the oil from the trading house Vitol. This transaction occurred at a premium of approximately six dollars per barrel. Companies typically do not comment on such commercial matters.
Crude Oil: The 'Risk Premium' was compressed, not extinguished
Recent pullback in crude oil prices from the channel support suggests short-covering, but the prevailing structure continues to reflect lower highs and lower lows, keeping the broader downtrend intact
INR appreciates on improved market sentiment
The Indian rupee appreciated 15 paise to 95.28 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday on improved market sentiment after reports that Saudi Arabia has slashed August crude oil prices for Asia amid easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Lower Middle East risk premium and higher traffic from the Strait of Hormuz kept the oil prices lower. At the interbank foreign exchange market the rupee opened at 95.33 and later touched 95.28 against the American currency, registering a gain of 15 paise from its previous close. Yesterday, rupee depreciated 20 paise to close at 95.43 against the US dollar, as a strengthening greenback weighed on emerging market currencies. Meanwhile, local markets are extending gains amid strong quarterly updates from banking heavyweights like HDFC Bank, favorable monsoon progress, and steady foreign institutional buying. The BSE Sensex was trading at 78,374.76, up by 89.69 points (0.11%), while the NSE Nifty 50 was up 38.90 points (0.16%) at ..
Nifty July futures trade at a premium
HDFC Bank, Dixon Technologies (India) and Reliance Industries were top traded contracts.
Cracks in cola kingdom: India's duopoly faces biggest test in decades
India's cola market is undergoing a significant transformation, moving beyond the traditional Coca-Cola vs. PepsiCo rivalry. Reliance's Campa revival ignited a price war, while ITC's new premium, sugar-free coconut cola signals a shift towards health, premiumization, and niche offerings. This evolving landscape caters to health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives, indicating a more dynamic and diversified future for the Indian beverage sector.
ITC enters cola business to add more fizz to beverages portfolio
India's carbonated soft drinks market is intensifying as ITC launches a premium sugar-free Coconut Cola, aiming to compete with global giants Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. This move follows Reliance Industries' aggressive pricing strategy with its revived Campa brand. ITC plans to expand its beverage offerings, focusing on the premium, health-conscious segment, which is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing consumer preference for low- and no-sugar options.
Coal India wins ₹2,831 crore solar project; June e-auction allocation rate at 41%
Coal India won a 600 MW solar power project in Uttar Pradesh, while its June SWMA e-auction allocated 108.76 lakh tonnes of coal at a 42% premium over notified prices, according to provisional data.
Nifty July futures trade at premium
Infosys, HDFC Bank (India) and Reliance Industries were top traded contracts.
Oil falls to pre-war levels, no change in petrol and diesel prices in India
Global crude oil prices have fallen to their lowest levels since before the Iran conflict, with Brent slipping to around USD 72–73 per barrel and US crude below USD 70, effectively reversing the earlier geopolitical risk premium. Despite the global correction, petrol and diesel prices in India have not yet been reduced, as state-run fuel retailers continue to adjust pump prices based on average crude trends rather than daily movements.
India-bound oil supertanker booked in Gulf at 897% of benchmark freight rate
A supertanker has been provisionally booked to ship oil from the Persian Gulf to India at a staggering rate, nearly nine times the benchmark freight cost. This eye-watering price highlights a severe shortage of available vessels in the region. The high demand, driven by increased exports and the need to move stuck cargoes, is forcing buyers to pay premium rates, with ships taking weeks to return to the Persian Gulf.
Nifty June futures trade at premium
HDFC Bank (India), Reliance Industries and Infosys were the top traded contract.
LG Electronics remains Chola Securities' top pick in the consumer durables space
Dharmesh Kant, Head of Research at Chola Securities, believes Reliance Jio's upcoming IPO is fairly valued and could deliver 20-25% listing gains as investors assign a premium to emerging businesses such as AI, data centres and satellite services. He expects these segments to contribute more than half of Jio's revenue over the next decade. Kant is positive on consumer durables and LG Electronics, remains cautious on IT stocks beyond short-term trading opportunities, and sees limited structural upside in paint companies despite improving margins. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.