Crude Oil

Markets

BPCL, HPCL, IOC stocks rally up to 4% on sharp retreat in crude oil prices

Oil marketing companies BPCL, HPCL, and IOCL saw share price rallies of up to 4% on January 16, rebounding from recent losses as global crude prices dropped due to easing Middle East tensions. Cheaper crude benefits OMCs by lowering refining costs and improving cash flow.

2 min read12:12 PM IST
Markets

Crude oil prices fall for the second day on easing fears of a US strike on Iran. What's behind the fall?

Brent crude slipped 21 cents, or 0.3%, to $63.55 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate fell 15 cents, or 0.3%, to $59.04 a barrel.

3 min read11:42 AM IST
Industry

China, wary of global unrest, is keeping the oil market afloat

China’s purchases for its strategic reserve have kept the market from cratering.

3 min read14 Jan 2026
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Global

Venezuelan opposition’s calls to oust Maduro aided legal case for removal, memo says

The assertion that helped justify the U.S. military operation against the Venezuelan leader was redacted in a publicly released version of the Justice Department memo.

3 min read14 Jan 2026
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Markets

Crude oil price falls after gaining for four sessions; analysts see volatility ahead — Here's why

On the Multi Commodity Exchange, February crude oil contracts eased by ₹22, or 0.4%, to ₹5,507 per barrel, with a trading volume of 11,113 lots, tracking subdued global cues as concerns over excess supply pressured the market.

3 min read14 Jan 2026
Markets

Tata Steel to Godrej Properties - Jay Thakkar suggests three stocks to buy or sell for short-term in F&O segment

Nifty 50 and Sensex declined on Wednesday due to foreign selling amid trade disputes and rising crude prices. Metal shares gained as global prices increased. Nifty 50 closed at 25,725.60, while Sensex was at 83,572.07. Experts caution investors amid international uncertainties.

4 min read14 Jan 2026
Focus

Venezuela developments unlikely to impact oil prices: Crisil Ratings

Venezuela developments unlikely to impact oil prices: Crisil Ratings

2 min read13 Jan 2026
Markets

Crude oil price jumps on escalating US-Iran conflict, Trump's tariffs. Will black gold give silver-like return in 2026?

MCX crude oil prices surged 1.48% due to rising international energy prices and concerns over Iranian supply disruptions. Analysts expect ongoing volatility, with support at ₹5,350 and resistance at ₹5,800. A prolonged conflict could further weaken the Indian Rupee and impact inflation.

3 min read13 Jan 2026
News

Donald Trump urges US companies to invest $100 billion and repair Venezuela's ‘rotting’ energy industry

Trump urged global oil executives to invest $100 billion in Venezuela to boost oil production, emphasising U.S. protection for their interests.

3 min read10 Jan 2026
Industry

The 100-year history behind Trump’s push for Venezuela’s oil wealth

The U.S.-Venezuela relationship has been a tale of fortunes made and lost, with oil at the center—and with hints of potential challenges ahead for President Trump’s plan.

5 min read9 Jan 2026
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