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Gulf Oil Declares Rs 30/Share Dividend Amid Slip In Q4 Profit; Check Record Date
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Pakistan plans oil reserves, storage push as Hormuz constraints expose vulnerabilities
Pakistan is proposing a bonded storage plan to boost its energy security by allowing international suppliers to hold petroleum stocks. The government aims to build strategic reserves, funded by a levy on fuel, and increase local supply capacity. This initiative comes as Pakistan lacks strategic petroleum reserves despite heavy reliance on Gulf imports.
India prepares to send oil tankers through Hormuz for new supply
India is preparing to resume sending ships through the Strait of Hormuz to pick up oil and energy cargoes from Middle East suppliers for the first time since the Iran conflict began. State-run Shipping Corporation of India is ready to restart operations in the Persian Gulf once it receives approval from the Indian Navy and cargo orders from refiners.
COMEX gold falls over 1%, silver slumps nearly 3%: Why bullion prices are under pressure
Gold and silver prices drop as a stronger US dollar, rising bond yields and Gulf tensions lift oil, rattle global markets and fuel inflation worries.
India asks US for Russian waiver extension as Iran war drags on
India has requested the United States to extend its waiver on Russian oil imports. This comes as the ongoing conflict in the Persian Gulf impacts global energy supplies. India emphasises that securing energy supplies remains a top priority for its citizens. Indian refiners are increasing Russian oil imports before the current waiver expires.
Oil shock rattles D-Street as rupee hits record low
The rupee hit a new closing low and equities slumped as oil prices surged past $100 a barrel. This was driven by Donald Trump's rejection of Iran's peace plan and PM Modi's call for austerity to conserve foreign exchange reserves and curb fuel consumption amid ongoing Gulf war concerns.
Indian state oil refiners eye modest fuel price hike as losses mount
Indian state refiners anticipate a small rise in fuel prices soon. This move aims to balance losses from the ongoing Persian Gulf war and consumer needs. Diesel and gasoline prices may increase by about 5 rupees per liter. This adjustment is necessary to offset significant daily losses.
Brent crude nears $110 a barrel as US weighs Iran proposal, Goldman raises forecast
Goldman Sachs now expects oil prices to average around $90 a barrel in the fourth quarter of the current financial year, higher than its previous forecast of $80. The firm now sees Gulf exports normalizing only by end-June from mid-May earlier.
Government pushes faster PNG rollout amid Gulf crisis
India is pushing for more piped gas connections. Oil Secretary Neeraj Mittal has asked city gas companies to speed up adding household connections. This comes as the government eases rules for infrastructure. The move aims to reduce reliance on imported fuel. Recent global events highlighted vulnerabilities in current supply chains.
Gold, silver retreat: How oil, dollar and geopolitics are shaping prices
COMEX gold and silver fall amid West Asia tensions despite US Iran ceasefire, oil prices rise on Gulf supply risks, experts advise cautious staggered buying.
A $19.50 oil premium: Saudi Arabia sets record crude price as Hormuz crisis rattles markets
Saudi Aramco has set a record premium for its crude oil sold to Asian buyers. This move comes as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz impact global energy markets. Iran's actions have affected oil flows from the Persian Gulf. Global oil prices have seen a significant rise. Fuel prices are also surging across continents.
Oil And Gas Stocks To Buy: From MGL To IGL On Systematix List; Gulf Oil Among Top Picks — Check Target Prices
The brokerage notes thatrecent strike at energy facilities including, upstream and refining assets across the Gulf countriescould lead to a further spike in crude prices and disruption in supply volumes.