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Oil tumbles over 6% as Trump's Iran talks revive hopes of easing Middle East tensions

Oil prices dropped significantly as United States and Iran negotiations offered hope for de-escalation. Uncertainty surrounds these talks and ongoing security risks persist along vital shipping lanes. Brent crude futures experienced a sharp decline after President Trump announced potential discussions with Iran. This followed a substantial rally last month fueled by renewed conflict and tanker attacks.

Japan and US confirm rare joint intervention to prop up yen

US President Donald Trump says helping to bolster the Japanese currency is a sign of friendship.

Russian crude imports in July highest since Ukraine war

India's crude oil imports from Russia hit a record 2.8 million barrels daily in July. This surge accounted for over half of the country's total crude purchases. Meanwhile, LPG imports heavily favored the United States, supplying seventy-three percent of July's total. Refiners also increased sourcing from West Asian suppliers as Strait of Hormuz flows normalized. Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Kuwait saw rising exports to India during this period.

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From Deserts to Fortunes: The Untold Stories of the Richest Arab Billionaires

Discover the incredible journeys of the richest Arab billionaires who transformed their dreams into empires. Unveil the secrets behind their astounding net worths and the industries that propelled them to the top.

Investments in PE-VC fall 6% to $20.3bn in Jan-July

India's private equity and venture capital investments surpassed twenty billion dollars this year. This figure shows a slight decrease compared to the previous year's performance. July saw investments of three billion dollars, remaining stable from last year's figures. Investors maintain long-term confidence in India's private markets despite global challenges. Sectors like renewable energy and B2B software startups are attracting significant investor attention.

West Asia war uncertainty keeps businesses on edge

Businesses face significant cost management challenges due to ongoing West Asia conflict. Commodity inflation and freight charges create persistent planning uncertainties for companies. This instability may lead to postponed capital deployment and fewer new job additions. Consumers can expect widespread price increases across various products and services. Companies are considering further pricing interventions to manage margin impacts.

Australia news live: Chalmers asks regulator to watch service stations ‘like a hawk’ as fuel excise cut ends

Fuel excise cut, which was imposed after outbreak of Iran conflict, ended at midnight on Monday. Follow today’s news liveGood morning, and happy Monday. Nick Visser here to get the week’s news going. Here’s what’s on deck:The high-profile trial of former broadcaster Alan Jones for indecent assault and sexual touching charges begins today in Sydney. Continue reading...

Capital One says it closed Trump Organization accounts over money-laundering concerns

The bank is asking a judge to permanently dismiss a lawsuit from Trump-affiliated businesses, arguing a monthslong internal review — not the Jan. 6 riot — explains why hundreds of accounts were shut down in 2021.(Image credit: Alex Brandon)

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Healey’s profiteering warning on food and fuel sparks retailer anger

Chancellor says the government wants to prevent shoppers being ‘taken for a ride’ at the pump or tillThe chancellor, John Healey, has said the government is standing by to prevent the public from “being taken for a ride at the pump or the till” as the Iran war continues to hit prices.While he said there had been “no significant evidence of so-called price gouging” during the crisis, he used a weekend column to tell the big retailers that ministers were “watching closely” for any signs of profite...

Chevron CEO warns Iran conflict has created 'very real' threat to global oil supplies as gas prices climb

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth warned of "very real" dangers for the global oil industry as tensions escalate in Iran and Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities fuel concerns over a potential new shipping crisis.His comments come as oil prices climb following President Donald Trump’s pause on U.S. strikes against Iran and as Saudi Arabia reportedly builds an international coalition to protect vital shipping routes."We now see, not only the Strait of Hormuz, but the Red Sea and the Black Sea have risks a...

From Rags to Riches: 5 Extraordinary Self-Made Billionaires Who Defied the Odds

Discover how these five self-made billionaires transformed their lives from financial struggles to immense wealth, inspiring millions along the way. Their journeys are filled with surprising facts and invaluable lessons that demonstrate the power of resilience and innovation.

Solar powers record share of Britain’s electricity mix in July

Farms and rooftop panels contribute 14.4% to the grid – and figures reveal a surge in new installationsSolar energy supplied more power to Great Britain’s grid in July than in any previous month as households turned to rooftop panels to cut their energy bills.Solar farms and rooftop panels provided 14.4% of the country’s electricity after some parts of the UK recorded almost twice the average sunshine hours for the time of year. Continue reading...

Bullion market: What will guide gold, silver prices this week?

Gold and silver prices are expected to trade within a narrow range this week. Investors await key US economic data, especially non-farm payrolls, for Fed policy direction. Purchasing managers' index data from major economies will also be closely monitored. Developments concerning the US-Iran conflict and crude oil supplies will influence sentiment. Analysts anticipate gold to trade between Rs 1.40-1.44 lakh per 10 grams.

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Inside India's broken jobs market and why the 'cockroaches' are fed up

India's expanding higher education system produces millions of graduates annually. However, quality job creation has not kept pace with this educational growth. Many educated youth struggle to find stable, well-paying employment opportunities. This mismatch fuels widespread frustration and youth-led protests across the nation. The situation highlights a critical challenge for India's demographic dividend.

‘Stench of sleaze’: Farage struck deal over political return months before 2024 election, reports say

Labour chair accuses Reform of making ‘grubby pacts’ after contradictory reports emerge on timeline of eventsReform UK is operating under a “stench of sleaze” Labour have said, after reports that Nigel Farage struck a secret deal to return as leader of Reform UK months before the general election.Farage was in discussions about a return to the political frontline from as early as March 2024, despite claiming that he had no intention of returning to politics until June 2024, the Sunday Times repo...

House prices slide across Australia as Middle East conflict and tax changes begin to bite

Cotality data shows a drop in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, as nation’s median home price falls about $19,000 below its March peakGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastHouse prices have fallen in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth as the market downturn spreads across Australia.New Cotality data, released on Monday, showed prices have fallen across most of the nation since May. Continue reading...