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Indian Oil Corporation Ltd spurts 1.49%
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd is quoting at Rs 141.92, up 1.49% on the day as on 12:49 IST on the NSE. The stock is down 4.02% in last one year as compared to a 5.02% drop in NIFTY and a 9.03% drop in the Nifty Energy index.
BPCL agrees to buy Videocon Energy’s stake in BPRL Ventures JV
State-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) is set to gain full control of its Brazil-based oil and gas joint venture. Through its subsidiary BPRL Ventures BV, BPCL has signed agreements to acquire the remaining stake in IBV Brazil Petroleo Limitada. This move, approved by the National Company Law Tribunal as part of insolvency proceedings, aims to bolster India's energy security by expanding its overseas upstream assets.
Top Gainers & losers on 1 July: Reliance Power, Delhivery, Eternal, Paytm, MCX, Dabur India among top gainers
The Indian stock market opened positively in July, led by strong buying in realty, FMCG, and auto stocks, with Nifty 50 at 24,005 and Sensex at 76,873. However, IT and metal sectors saw declines as geopolitical tensions impacted crude oil prices.
Vedanta Group stocks: Oil & Gas, Iron & Steel, Power zoom up to 20%
Vedanta Iron & Steel up 10%, and Vedanta Power up 17% hit record highs in Wednesday's intra-day trade. Vedanta Oil & Gas was locked at the 20% upper circuit.
Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis
Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries are causing widespread fuel shortages and long queues at gas stations across Russia. This unprecedented crisis, impacting ordinary citizens and businesses, has led to rationing in many regions. President Putin acknowledged the issues, calling them temporary, but motorists report a stark contrast between official statements and reality. The attacks are disrupting Russia's energy production and impacting its economy.
Nayara Energy cuts petrol price by Rs 5, diesel by Rs 3 amid softening oil prices
Nayara Energy has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre nationwide, marking the first reduction in over two years. This move follows easing West Asian tensions and stabilizing global oil prices. While Nayara reverses its March price hike, state-owned retailers like IOC, BPCL, and HPCL have kept their prices unchanged. This development signals potential relief for consumers as international markets stabilize.
Global headwinds persist as India posts 7.8% Q4 growth amid easing oil, steady policy stance and mixed inflation trends
West Asia peace deal eased energy stress, pushing Brent below $80. India grew 7.8% in Q4, CPI rose to 3.9%, fiscal deficit at 4.4% of GDP. RBI kept repo at 5.25% with neutral stance amid mixed global PMI.
India plans to cut reliance on Middle East oil, tap spot market after war shock
India's state refiners are pivoting away from Middle Eastern oil contracts following the Iran war's supply disruptions. They plan to boost spot market purchases and forge deals with trading houses for diversified sourcing. This strategic shift aims to secure energy supplies and mitigate losses, with new avenues opening from Guyana, Brazil, and the US. The nation is also building strategic reserves to enhance energy security.
India plans to add strategic fuel reserves after Iran war shock
India is bolstering its energy security by planning strategic reserves of crude oil, LPG, and LNG to cover up to a month's demand, aiming to prevent supply disruptions like those seen during the Persian Gulf crisis. This ambitious move follows a review of existing, limited stockpiles and includes expanding underground crude storage and addressing the challenges of storing gas.
Oil finds its way: Supertankers return to Persian Gulf
Supertankers are once again navigating the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil route, following a period of disruption due to recent Iran conflict. Shipping data indicates a significant increase in commodity vessel traffic, including oil tankers, signalling renewed confidence among shipowners. This return of large carriers, with a combined capacity of millions of barrels, is vital for global energy markets as hostilities ease ahead of peace talks.
Welspun Corp stock zooms 111% from February low; here's why
The medium to long term business outlook for Welspun Corp continues to remain positive across all its businesses, supported by strong focus on Oil & Gas, energy security and transition initiatives.
Oil & Natural Gas Corpn Ltd down for fifth straight session
Oil & Natural Gas Corpn Ltd is quoting at Rs 232.05, down 0.45% on the day as on 13:19 IST on the NSE. The stock tumbled 4.98% in last one year as compared to a 6.14% slide in NIFTY and a 8.21% spurt in the Nifty Energy index.