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Two supertankers including Pakistan-flagged ship take a u-turn at Hormuz as US-Iran talks collapse
Two empty supertankers turned back from the Strait of Hormuz at the last moment as US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad collapsed, highlighting ongoing risks in the key oil route. A third vessel was able to pass through, though the reasons for the differing outcomes remain unclear despite prior Iranian approvals.
Iran, Israel War: The world is on its way to a 'doomsday' gas crisis scenario
Iran War LNG Plant Strikes: After Iranian strikes shut Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub, about 17% of global supply is offline, triggering a deep energy shock. With repairs likely to take years, prices are surging and shortages spreading across Asia, raising risks of industrial slowdown, power crises and a prolonged global gas crunch.
Dow Jones recovers but ends lower, futures rise as oil prices ease
Wall Street will also see the quarterly "triple-witching" event take place today, with notional options worth nearly $5.7 trillion tied to stocks, indices and ETFs expiring simultaneously.
Iran attack wipes out 17% of Qatar LNG capacity; ‘never in my wildest dreams,’ says QatarEnergy CEO
The recent escalation of hostilities has struck a devastating blow to Qatar's energy infrastructure, severely impacting crucial facilities that underpin a large portion of the country’s liquefied natural gas exports. Experts warn that recovery could take years, potentially shaking the foundations of global LNG supplies.
Reliance Industries analysts do not see more downside on the stock; Check latest targets
Even if tensions ease soon, supply chain normalisation could take longer, keeping product cracks elevated and supporting refining and petrochemical margins.
Eerie March for bond bazaar as war shakes top issuers
War flares, oil boils, and bond markets take fright. As investors demand more for corporate bonds, issuers such as Nabard and REC are reviewing or deferring their borrowing plans, in a month that usually sees a flurry of bond sales
The Strait of Hormuz could take weeks—even months—to reopen, military experts say
At that rate, analysts say oil prices would climb to $150, a level that would send the U.S. and other economies into recession.
LPG cylinder supply: Centre directs states to curb hoarding, prevent panic
In light of recent concerns, the government has called on state officials to regulate the distribution of LPG cylinders and avert any public panic. Authorities must take immediate action against hoarding and black market activities. Rest assured, supplies of domestic LPG and natural gas remain stable, with restrictions applicable only to commercial use.
Explained — Key factors behind the surge of up to 15% in power stocks led by NTPC Green Energy
Brokerage firm Morgan Stanley in a note wrote that thermal coal-based power generation could take incremental load due to the surge in power demand and that such a move would support a smoother ramp-up in thermal coal power.
Could the West Asia conflict drag Nifty 50 down to 22,000?
Whether the Nifty 50 recovers from here or drops further to 22,000 depends heavily on the duration of the current geopolitical crisis and the resulting oil shock. Let's take a closer look at landscape.
Bulls take a break as Iran war enters the second week
Reduced call options buying shows investor and traders are not buying the dip amid a spike in oil on looming fears of fears of a protracted conflict
'To take a little pressure off': Trump on US granting 'permission' to India to accept Russian oil
US President Donald Trump on Saturday (US local time) spoke to the media about several developments in the wake of the unfolding security situation in West Asia and the Gulf and responded to the announcement by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on temporarily allowing India to purchase Russian oil.