Crude oil prices experienced a decline of 1.86%, closing at Rs 9,168, as renewed optimism regarding diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Iran alleviated immediate concerns over supply disruptions. Market sentiment improved following remarks from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who indicated that there had been slight progress in mediated talks with Iran. Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a significant decline of 5.62%, closing at Rs 9,463, as market participants exhibited a cautiously optimistic outlook regarding potential diplomatic advancements between the US and Iran, thereby diminishing the immediate geopolitical risk premium. While President Trump suggested that the conflict might conclude “very quickly,” he also cautioned about the potential for Read More
Crude oil prices concluded the session with a slight decline of 0.12% at Rs 9711, as market participants weighed the implications of tightening supply conditions against the backdrop of diminishing expectations for global demand. Market sentiment exhibited volatility following OPEC’s downward revision of its forecast for global oil demand growth in 2026. This adjustment aligns Read More
Crude oil yesterday settled sharply higher by 3.9% at Rs 9,376, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that heightened concerns regarding potential disruptions to global supply. Market sentiment shifted to a bullish stance following US President Donald Trump’s characterization of Iran’s reaction to a US-supported peace proposal as “unacceptable,” thereby diminishing expectations Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a notable decline of 3.57%, settling at Rs 9,698. This movement reflects the market’s attempt to reconcile rising geopolitical risks with the potential that the current tensions are merely components of ongoing negotiations. Renewed clashes between the United States and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, including attacks on vessels and Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a notable increase of 4.16%, concluding at Rs 9,485, a movement attributed to enduring geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions associated with the ongoing conflict in Iran. The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, an essential conduit for global oil transportation, has markedly restricted exports from the Middle East, thereby intensifying Read More
Crude oil experienced a significant increase, closing 6.97% higher at Rs 8,308, propelled by a renewed escalation in tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The circumstances deteriorated following assaults on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as both parties engaged in targeting ships, thereby significantly impeding traffic along this vital corridor. The recent U.S. Read More
The price of MCX Crude oil maintained its downward trend today, moving below the significant support line of Rs 8,500 for the second time in a row. Prices are having difficulty maintaining positions that are higher than the short-term moving averages, which is an indication that there is a lack of momentum in the market. Read More
Crude oil experienced a modest increase of 0.81%, closing at Rs 8,933, as renewed Israeli strikes on Lebanon raised new concerns regarding the tenuous ceasefire in the Middle East. Market sentiment continued to exhibit tension, as the Strait of Hormuz remains predominantly restricted, accompanied by reports indicating disruptions in tanker traffic. Given that the strait Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline following the announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding the extension of the deadline for action against Iran’s energy sector. This development has offered temporary relief to financial markets, yet it simultaneously prolongs the uncertainty surrounding the potential evolution of the conflict into April. Brent crude experienced a decline of Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a significant increase, rising by 4.69% to close at Rs 8,736, driven by ongoing supply disruptions in the Middle East that have heavily influenced market sentiment. Tensions persist as Iran refutes any involvement in negotiations with the U.S., countering previous assertions of potential advancement. The current circumstances have maintained elevated levels Read More
Crude oil prices surged by 2.89% to close at Rs 9,258, propelled by increasing geopolitical tensions and heightened worries regarding potential supply disruptions in the Middle East. The declaration of force majeure by Iraq concerning oilfields managed by foreign companies, coupled with the escalation of U.S. military presence in the area, has intensified concerns regarding Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a decline of 3.67%, settling at Rs 8,720, as market participants responded to recent developments related to the conflict in the Middle East and apprehensions regarding potential supply disruptions. The situation intensified following U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran, leading Tehran to suspend shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passage that Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a significant increase in the prior session, closing 5.08% higher at Rs 8,788, driven by heightened supply concerns stemming from disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, an essential global oil transit route. Restrictions on tanker traffic have compelled several significant Middle Eastern producers, such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a notable increase in the prior session, closing 5.46% higher at Rs 7,316, driven by rising tensions in the Middle East that heightened fears of possible supply disruptions. The current conflict in the region has heightened investor concerns, especially with reported disruptions in shipping via the Strait of Hormuz, a vital Read More
Crude oil increased by 0.64% to close at Rs 6,092, as market participants closely monitored geopolitical developments related to U.S.–Iran nuclear negotiations. Indirect negotiations in Geneva ensued after a U.S. military buildup in the region, sustaining concerns regarding potential supply disruptions. Markets are incorporating a geopolitical risk premium of $8–$10 per barrel, primarily associated with Read More
Crude oil experienced a decline of 0.32%, concluding at Rs 5,989, following the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s report of the most significant weekly crude inventory increase in three years. U.S. crude inventories surged by 15.99 million barrels to reach 435.8 million in the week ending February 20, significantly surpassing projections of a slight increase. Inventories Read More
Crude oil experienced a slight decline, closing down by 0.2% at Rs 6,045, as a reduction in geopolitical tensions countered otherwise favourable inventory data. Sentiment softened following the progression of U.S. and Iran toward a third round of nuclear discussions in Geneva, alleviating immediate concerns regarding supply disruption. Simultaneously, new uncertainty surfaced regarding trade as Read More
Crude oil experienced a notable increase of 2.45%, closing at Rs 6,058, primarily influenced by rising geopolitical tensions. Concerns heightened following the deployment of U.S. warships in proximity to Iran, as Washington indicated a potential reassessment of its diplomatic strategy regarding Tehran. Simultaneously, negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict between Ukraine and Russia concluded without Read More
Crude oil declined by 2.57% to close at Rs 5,642, influenced by increasing supply expectations and a reduction in geopolitical tensions. Output at Kazakhstan’s Tengiz field is experiencing a gradual recovery following a January outage, while indications of easing tensions between Iran and Russia have also influenced market sentiment. In a further indication of a Read More
