Hormuz Tanker Transits Fall to 10 as Red Sea Tensions Disrupt Global Shipping
Shipping through two of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints has fallen sharply as escalating security threats in the Strait…
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Indian economy, trade, commodities and government policy.
India Retail Sales Rise 6% in June as Food & Grocery Segment Jumps 10%
India’s retail sector maintained steady momentum in June 2026, with overall retail sales rising 6% year-on-year, driven by resilient consumer…
Asia Oil Buyers Face $100 Risk From Saudi Blockade Threat
Key takeaways Asia oil buyers could face higher fuel bills if a Saudi oil blockade disrupts supply. A $100 barrel…
Brent could top $120 if Hormuz disruptions last
Brent oil price is the cost of the world’s best-known oil benchmark. It helps set fuel prices in many countries.…
Strait of Hormuz traffic drops as ships avoid danger
Key takeaways Strait of Hormuz traffic has slowed as ship owners avoid a risky war zone. The waterway handles about…
Crude oil imports hit $50 billion in India’s Q1
Key takeaways India’s crude oil imports were nearly $50 billion in Q1 FY27. That is about 40% of the full…
Shanghai GDP growth hits 5.6%, but recovery stays uneven
Shanghai GDP growth came in at 5.6%, which was better than many expected. Shanghai GDP growth is the pace at…
Trump tariffs on Canada: what the 50% move means
Trump tariffs on Canada are a new U.S. trade move aimed at some Canadian goods. Trump tariffs on Canada means…
India 10-year bond yield falls as oil risk heats up
The India 10-year bond yield fell as investors rushed into safer assets. The India 10-year bond yield is the return…
Rupee falls to 96.42: what the early drop means
Rupee falls was the big market move early today, with India’s currency slipping 12 paise to 96.42 against the US…