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Cooking oil prices face a festive-season check

Chart beat: AI boom drives current account divergence between North and Southeast Asia

The AI boom is widening the current account gap between North and Southeast Asia, as chip exports lift Taiwan and Korea while data-centre imports and higher oil costs weigh on Southeast Asia.

5 global market themes investors need to watch this week

Global markets face a volatile week as elevated borrowing costs, oil above $100 a barrel and tighter monetary policy weigh on sentiment. Investors will watch France’s fiscal crisis, euro weakness, Brazil’s election, Federal Reserve minutes and Japan’s corporate outlook for signals on inflation, growth, currencies and…

How to store curry leaves and pudina at home: Easy ways to keep them fresh for months

Curry leaves and pudina tend to spoil rapidly due to their moisture content, which can lead to unnecessary waste. However, with appropriate storage techniques, these herbs can remain fresh for several months. The ideal method for preserving curry leaves is freezing, while pudina can be kept in ice cube trays.…

Rupee trades in narrow range against U.S. dollar in early trade

The rupee hovered around the crucial 96 mark on Monday (October 5, 2026), pressured by elevated crude oil prices and sustained foreign fund outflows, as the RBI’s rate decision is due

Middle East oil exports surpass pre-war levels despite tensions, data shows

IRGC commander says oil flows through US-supervised route in Hormuz are ‘negligible’.

Rupee hovers near 96 as oil stays above $100 per barrel, foreign selling persists

The rupee started off on a weaker note against the US dollar due to soaring crude oil prices and foreign investors selling off. In response, the Reserve Bank of India is stepping in to curb volatile changes, as forex reserves dwindle. Market analysts anticipate a possible interest rate increase following the upcoming…

RBI likely intervenes to support rupee, traders say

The Reserve Bank of India intervened in the foreign exchange market to support the rupee. This action was taken as the currency faced pressure from a stronger dollar and fluctuating oil prices. Traders reported that state-run banks were observed offering dollars, likely on behalf of the RBI. The dollar index increased…

Why is market rising today? Sensex rallies 700 points, Nifty above 22,600. 6 key factors driving rebound

After a long slump, the Indian stock market is experiencing a refreshing surge, with both Sensex and Nifty indices showcasing notable increases. The recent leadership transition at HDFC Bank has invigorated investor trust and market dynamics. With oil prices dropping and inflation worries easing, combined with a…

Saudis Slash Oil Prices to Asia in Battle for Market Share

Saudi Aramco has cut prices for its benchmark oil grade to Asia to a six-year low as Persian Gulf producers race for market share with flows through the Strait of Hormuz increasing.

India News Live Updates 5 October 2026: Fire at oil shop near Sivakasi, 2 tonnes of oil gutted

Oil prices ease slightly as G7 and Middle East crude supplies set to hit market

Oil prices saw a modest decline as fresh shipments from the Middle East hit the market. The G7's move to tap into emergency reserves reflects growing energy apprehensions. Nevertheless, the crude oil market stays turbulent, as conflicts in the Gulf region persist. Notably, Yemen's Saudi-backed government has initiated…