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Fuel Prices Hiked By Rs 7 In 11 Days. Why Petrol, Diesel Rates May Rise Again
For oil companies to fully recover past losses, petrol, diesel prices in India would theoretically need to rise by another Rs 28 to Rs 33 per litre.
Rupee jumps 40 paise to 95.2 against US dollar amid Middle East peace hopes
The Indian rupee opened stronger against the US dollar, gaining 40 paise to 95.20 in early trade, buoyed by optimism over a potential US-Iran peace deal. Positive sentiment was further fueled by progress in US-India trade agreement discussions, with the dollar index also declining.
Emerging-Market Assets Rise as Oil Drops on US-Iran Deal Hopes
Emerging-market stocks and currencies rose as oil prices declined on signs that the US and Iran were nearing a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Barefoot Investor's blunt response to Australians furious over Labor's 'giant tax grab' Budget
Barefoot Investor's blunt response to Australians furious over Labor's 'giant tax grab' BudgetREAD MORE: Security guard caught sleeping on job wins shock payout See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy SARAH BROOKES - SENIOR REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 05:19, 25 May 2026 | Updated: 05:21, 25 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Japan Bonds Face Homegrown Downside Risks Even as Oil Retreats
A gauge of risk compensation for holding government bonds has risen fastest in Japan among major markets since the US-Iran war began, pointing to local factors that may continue to weigh on Japanese bonds even if energy prices retreat.
AI Rally Drives Best Run in Global Momentum Stocks on Record
The AI boom is giving momentum investors their best return in decades, as the world’s hottest stocks power ahead despite worries over potentially slower growth due to the Iran war.
Sri Lanka Rupee to Recover From Plunge as Oil to Ease, BMI Says
The Sri Lankan rupee is set to recover from its slide by the end of this year as oil prices are set to decline and as the central bank raises interest rates, according to BMI.
Bank SMBC Indonesia Sells $1.1 Billion in Pension Loans to BTN
PT Bank SMBC Indonesia, a unit of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp, is selling 19.9 trillion rupiah ($1.1 billion) worth of pension loans as it tilts away from its legacy business.
$140,000 E.V.s and Heritage Gold: The Rise of China’s Homegrown Luxury Market
As China’s economy slows, consumers are increasingly turning to domestic luxury products, challenging the dominance of long-established European brands.
Pakistan importing cotton from US, Brazil even before local ginning season
LAHORE: In an unprecedented development in Pakistan’s history, local textile mills have begun massive cotton imports from the United States even before the start of the new cotton ginning season, as the country has virtually run out of cotton stocks, triggering a sharp surge in domestic cotton and phutti prices. Reports suggest that local textile mills have purchased an extraordinary 206,100 bales – around 95pc– of the total 216,000 bales of the US 2026-27 cotton crop sold during the past week....
JP Morgan CEO to the world from China: America is still a safe haven for investments
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon affirmed the U.S. as a safe investment haven despite acknowledging China's growing global influence and "more consistent" international dealings. He also highlighted America's resilience and strong fundamentals, while warning of AI's significant impact on jobs and advocating for companies to eliminate bureaucratic managers.
India Rupee Climbs on Oil Relief, Central Bank Valuation Comment
India’s rupee strengthened as oil prices dropped on hopes of a US-Iran deal and on comments by the central bank Governor that the currency may be undervalued.
FTSE Cut Hits Stock Tied to One of Indonesia’s Richest Families
Shares linked to one of Indonesia’s richest families dropped after FTSE Russell over the weekend removed the company from its global indexes due to concentrated shareholding.
Top stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for this week - check list
Stock market recommendations: Samvardhana Motherson, and Zydus Wellness have been recommended as top stocks to buy for the week starting May 25, 2026 by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk:
China Trading Curbs May Hit $32 Billion of HK Assets, Citic Says
China’s latest crackdown on cross-border stock trading aimed at tightening control over capital outflows may affect as much as HK$250 billion ($32 billion) of assets in Hong Kong, according to Citic Securities.
Going cashless at the mandi
Pakistan’s obsession with everything Bakra Eid is hard to overstate. Whether it’s young boys heading to the mandi every other night to size up animals, uncles asking the price outside your house, or families having barbecues for the entire week — the festival generates a level of commercial and cultural energy that few other events in the country can match. And all of that energy translates into an enormous amount of money changing hands; almost entirely cash. More than seven million animals wer...
Bonds behind financial assistance
Pakistan and China celebrated the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations on May 21. The events held around these celebrations underscore that the relationship between the two countries is entering a new phase characterised by greater financial integration, expanding sub-national cooperation and renewed geopolitical cooperation. What began as a strategic and political partnership has gradually evolved into one of Pakistan’s most critical economic relationships. Today, Chin...
PTI slams govt’s ‘fifth budget sans reforms’
ISLAMABAD: The PTI has alleged that the government is set to present its fifth budget without reforms, claiming that IMF approval is now required even for routine fiscal decisions. In a statement, PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram claimed that no serious effort had been made over the past five years to cut the cost of governance, reduce wasteful spending or address structural inefficiencies. He said the public had been repeatedly asked to accept eroded incomes, shrinking job o...
Oil prices dip below $100 per barrel despite Hormuz being closed for three months
Oil prices dropped significantly as markets reacted to optimism surrounding a potential US-Iran peace deal, despite President Trump urging negotiators not to rush. Key issues like the Strait of Hormuz and frozen assets remain unresolved, tempering expectations for an imminent breakthrough in the ongoing conflict.
ITC, LIC & more: Top stocks to watch today - Check list
Goldman Sachs maintains a neutral stance on ITC, anticipating cigarette tax impacts. Citigroup is bullish on LIC, citing strong operational performance and margin expansion. Jefferies raises its target for Nykaa, impressed by robust growth and improving margins. CLSA sees significant potential in Honasa, with strong revenue and margin growth. Morgan Stanley remains overweight on LG Electronics India, despite margin pressures.