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US warns ties with Iran’s Strait of Hormuz authority may bring sanctions for 'anyone' involved
America has issued a stern warning to global shipping and finance firms. Cooperation with Iran's new Persian Gulf Strait Authority could invite US sanctions. This move escalates pressure on Tehran's control over the vital Strait of Hormuz. The US Treasury Department stated that such cooperation might support Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps.
US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
The Trump administration imposed new sanctions on Iran's newly formed agency controlling shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. This economic pressure campaign aims to force Iran into an agreement to end the war and reopen the vital waterway. The move follows rising energy prices and ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
Techno Electric & Engineering Company Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd, Ion Exchange (India) Ltd, Easy Trip Planners Ltd and Poly Medicure Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 27 May 2026.
Wars in West Asia and Ukraine are turning shipping costs into steel sector’s biggest headache
In the face of a daunting 28-30% increase in international freight costs, India's steel sector is at a crossroads. The unrest in West Asia is inflating the cost of coking coal imports, intensifying the financial strain. Yet, domestic production is holding its ground. The industry is pivoting towards enhancing operational resilience and implementing smart cost management to tackle these obstacles.
Nods for Rs 30,000 crore shipbuilding cluster in Andhra Pradesh this month: Minister Sonowal
India plans a major shipbuilding cluster in Andhra Pradesh with ₹30,000 crore investment. This move aims to boost the Indian fleet size. Projects for West Bengal's waterways and ports are also set to accelerate. India has repatriated over 3,000 seafarers due to West Asia disruptions. Shipping services to alternate ports have significantly increased.
3P Land Holdings Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Atlantaa Ltd, Escorp Asset Management Ltd, Mahalaxmi Rubtech Ltd and Transworld Shipping Lines Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 20 May 2026.
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.
India prepares to send oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz for new supply
India plans to resume shipping energy cargoes through the Strait of Hormuz, with Shipping Corp. of India ready, as Navy escorts increase amid Iran conflict and energy price strain
US-Iran war: This shipping ETF delivered 860% YTD return amid Strait of Hormuz blockade
Since the onset of the US-Iran war in late February 2026, the Breakwave Tanker Shipping ETF has surged more than 220%. Over the past three months, it has gained nearly 300%, while six-month returns stand at over 745%.
Ashish Kacholia-backed smallcap stock tanks 34% in just two sessions. What’s behind the selloff?
Jain Resource Recycling shares plunged up to 19% after reporting operational disruptions caused by Iran–Israel geopolitical tensions, which hit supply chains, raised shipping costs and compressed Q4 margins. Despite the near-term impact, the company reported strong revenue and profit growth, while signalling improving conditions and normalising costs in Q1FY27.
Shipping stocks: GE Shipping, Seamech zoom up to 14%; here's why
Thus far in calendar year 2026, GESCO (up 59 per cent), and Shipping Corporation of India and Seamech (up 51 per cent each) have outperformed the market as against 11.2 per cent decline in BSE Sensex
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