Crude oil prices experienced a notable increase of 3.39%, concluding at Rs 8,723, influenced by rising geopolitical tensions and new supply disruptions. Incidents of gunfire targeting several vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with the impasse in U.S.–Iran negotiations, have intensified apprehensions regarding the security of a crucial global oil transit corridor. Iran’s position 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
Crude oil prices experienced a significant increase in the prior session, closing 9.24% higher at Rs 8,107, driven by escalating supply concerns linked to the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The conflict has interrupted supply chains originating from the Gulf region, constraining the global oil market and bolstering prices. The U.S. Read More
