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Global crude oil prices jumped over 2 per cent after Iran-backed Houthi militants claimed attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. The escalation heightened fears of supply disruptions, pushing Brent above $96 a barrel and raising inflation concerns for oil-importing countries

Global crude oil prices fell nearly one per cent after OPEC+ agreed to increase August production and exports through the Strait of Hormuz recovered. Improved supplies and easing geopolitical tensions boosted expectations of a better-balanced global oil market

Global crude oil prices fell nearly 2 per cent on Friday and were headed for steep weekly losses as concerns over supply disruptions eased despite fresh tensions near the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI remained under pressure amid improving tanker movements

US President Donald Trump said the agreement with Iran would help lower oil prices, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and strengthen the global economy. He said easing Gulf tensions had reduced concerns over oil supply disruptions and would help contain inflation

Global crude oil and LNG prices are expected to moderate as US-Iran peace prospects improve and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz potentially resumes. Analysts, however, warn that supply disruptions and infrastructure damage may keep energy markets volatile for months

Despite a ceasefire ending the Iran war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, experts warn global oil and gasoline prices may remain elevated for months. Shipping delays, stranded tankers, production restarts, security concerns and supply chain disruptions will slow energy market recovery worldwide

The rupee strengthened sharply by 77 paise to close at 95.08 against the US dollar, supported by falling global oil prices after reports of a possible US-Iran deal, a weaker dollar index, and strong gains in domestic equity markets

Indian stock markets rallied sharply on Friday, with the BSE Sensex surging 1,000 points and the NIFTY 50 gaining nearly 300 points. Falling oil prices, easing geopolitical concerns and strong global market cues boosted investor sentiment across sectors

Global crude oil prices fell to six-week lows after reports of a possible extension of the Iran-US ceasefire and prospects of reopening the Strait of Hormuz. India said refineries have adequate crude stocks and fuel supplies remain stable despite regional uncertainties

Crude oil prices climbed sharply on Tuesday amid persistent West Asia tensions disrupting global energy supplies. On MCX, June crude futures touched a record Rs 10,044 per barrel before easing slightly. Rising global benchmarks and fresh investor buying supported the continued upward momentum in oil markets

Global oil prices rose sharply after renewed tensions between the United States and Iran reduced hopes of smooth movement through the Strait of Hormuz. Investors remained worried over supply disruptions, while fresh diplomatic and geopolitical tensions added pressure to global energy markets

Asian markets traded mixed as geopolitical tensions and oil price spikes dominated sentiment after US–Iran peace talks collapsed. Japan and Hong Kong slipped, South Korea surged on tech strength, while crude oil jumped over 4% above $105 amid Strait of Hormuz concerns

Indian markets rose nearly 1%, with BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 gaining on global optimism and easing oil prices amid hopes of West Asia de-escalation, though analysts expect volatility and range-bound trade in the near term

Kristalina Georgieva warned that prolonged Middle East war could push oil to $125 and worsen global inflation, activating adverse IMF scenarios. Growth may slow sharply, while energy volatility from the Strait of Hormuz keeps markets unstable

Mumbai markets opened strong Monday as BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty surged on easing oil prices and positive global cues. Maruti Suzuki led gains after record April sales, while investors tracked crude trends and global developments

Global oil prices surged as Brent crude crossed $125 amid stalled US-Iran talks and closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Escalating tensions in the Iran war triggered market uncertainty, impacting Asian stocks and raising energy concerns worldwide

Asian stocks mostly rose on Wednesday despite Wall Street losses, while oil slipped after UAE announced exit from OPEC. Investors tracked US-Iran tensions, Fed decision, and earnings. Regional indexes were mixed, with Hong Kong leading gains and Australia, Taiwan declining slightly

First LNG shipment since the West Asia conflict appears to have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, signalling easing tensions. The tanker Mubaraz heads toward China, raising cautious optimism for global energy flows despite ongoing US-Iran geopolitical uncertainty 

Mumbai markets opened lower as Sensex and Nifty slipped amid rising oil prices and foreign outflows. Weak global cues, inflation concerns, and cautious sentiment weighed on investors, despite selective gains, while domestic support remained limited and volatility persisted through session 

The Strait of Hormuz blockade highlights Iran’s strategic leverage in global energy trade, doubling oil prices and impacting economies worldwide. Analysts using game theory argue nations must control critical resources or systems to strengthen negotiating power in an increasingly interdependent geopolitical world