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Business & Economy · IndiaIndian stock markets plunge amid oil price surge and US-Iran tensions
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Monday, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty50 indices falling sharply. The decline was attributed to a confluence of factors including persistently high crude oil prices, a spike in US bond yields, and escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS hosts G20 energy meetings amid Iran war disruption
The United States has commenced G20 energy meetings in Houston, Texas, aimed at promoting 'energy abundance'. The talks occur as the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran continues to disrupt global fuel markets. Delegations from major economies and oil producers are attending.
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Business & EconomyOil prices surge to four-month high, rattling global markets
Brent crude futures reached a four-month peak of $109.97 a barrel following a 6% overnight increase. The surge in oil prices has heightened inflation concerns, leading to a spike in global bond yields and a slump in sharemarkets as investors anticipate further central bank tightening.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastAsian markets fall as US-Iran tensions lift oil prices
Asian share markets declined on Monday as fresh conflict between the United States and Iran escalated, driving oil prices up. Bond yields also remained elevated following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on inflation, increasing the likelihood of a US interest rate hike.
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