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Iran War Deepens China’s Dependence on the US for Niche Gas
China is set to import a record volume of US ethane this month as petrochemical producers seek alternative feedstocks for their operations after the war in the Middle East choked off crucial supplies.
Tell Me Why investing in gold is now within everyone’s reach
As inflation rises and economic uncertainty looms, UAE-based fintech platform OGold aims to transform how people interact with gold, turning it from a traditional store of value into a flexible, everyday financial tool. Speaking on Gulf News’ Tell Me Why podcast, CEO and Co-founder, Ahmed Abdeltawab outlines how OGold is redefining access to the precious metal and why he believes it represents a major shift in personal finance.Traditional gold ownership has long been limited by high entry costs,...
Gold prices in Dubai drop over Dh5 per gram amid rising US-Iran tensions
Gold prices dropped by over Dh5 per gram at the start of the week in Dubai on Monday morning as the US dollar strengthened amid renewed US-Iran tensions.The 24K gold price fell Dh5.25 per gram to Dh577.00 per gram in Dubai on Monday, down from Dh582.25 per gram at the close of the market over the weekend.Among the other variants of the yellow metal, 22K, 21K, 18K and 14K fell to Dh534.25, Dh512.25, Dh439.00 and Dh342.50 per gram, respectively.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on Wh...
US stock futures fall after rally as Mideast tensions flare
United States stock index futures inched lower on Monday after a record rally on Wall Street last week as dimming prospects of an end ‌to the Iran conflict prompted investors to curb their risk appetite. Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, prompting a buying frenzy across markets, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq hitting record highs for the third consecutive session. They also marked their biggest weekly jumps since May. However, Tehran reimposed the closure of the waterway...
NYPD investigating 'reckless' drag racing street takeover in Queens
A drag-racing street takeover involving more than 100 vehicles in Queens over the weekend triggered a NYPD investigation, as authorities continue searching for suspects.The incident was reported on Saturday shortly before 2 a.m. near Eliot Avenue and 69th Street, according to the NYPD.When officers arrived at the scene, they activated their lights and sirens to disperse the crowd. Dozens of vehicles then fled the area.CHICAGO MAYOR WARNS OF ‘TEEN TREND’ AFTER TAKEOVER CHAOS, VIOLENCE CONCERNS GR...
Asia growth forecasts slashed as Iran war and tariffs threaten supply chains
Asia-Pacific economies are likely to suffer a slowdown in growth this year, as rising costs linked to the US-Israel war on Iran combine with lingering trade uncertainty to threaten global trade flows, according to forecasts by top international organisations. The predictions come despite China showing resilience in the first quarter by posting better-than-expected growth of 5 per cent and finance minister Lan Foan last week stressing that the world’s second-largest economy would remain an engine...
Liverpool sacrifice nears £150million as familiar problem hits pursestrings again
Liverpool sacrifice nears £150million as familiar problem hits pursestrings againLiverpool will bid farewell to two club heroes in Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson with another rebuild billedCommentsSportStephen Killen Senior Sports Content Creator06:00, 20 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesMohamed Salah will leave Liverpool as a free agent at the end of the season.(Image: PA)While Liverpool and Arne Slot battle for the remaining six games to qualify for next season's Champions League, there will be ano...
What is Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool and why has India launched it?
What is Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool and why has India launched it
ICICI Bank rises nearly 2% after Q4 results: Should you buy now?
ICICI Bank rises nearly after Q results Should you buy now
Businessmaxxing: the (many) sectors where London rules the world
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Oil prices surge after Trump announces Iranian tanker seized and Strait of Hormuz closed
Oil prices surge after Trump announces Iranian tanker seized and Strait of Hormuz closedThe US will head to Pakistan on Monday to try and secure a peace deal, but Iran has hit out fiercely against Donald Trump's latest move.NewsCallum Hoare05:50, 20 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesGlobal oil prices rose overnight after President Donald Trump said the US has intercepted and seized an Iran-flagged cargo ship.Brent crude futures were up by 4.74% at $94.66 (£70.11) a barrel as of 5:30am, which was a drop...
Dubai gold drops despite Hormuz tensions, rates outlook tightens grip
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai edged lower on Monday morning, tracking a global pullback that reflects how interest rate expectations are shaping investor behaviour more than geopolitical tension at this stage. (Check latest UAE gold prices , alongside prices in , , , , , and .)Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.At 8:25 am, 24K gold was priced at Dh577.50 per gram, down from Dh582.25 on Sunday. The 22K variant dropped to Dh534.75 from Dh...
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HDFC Bank drops 1% after Q4 results: Profit rises, so why is stock down?
HDFC Bank drops after Q results Profit rises so why is stock down
AirAsia Tests Market With Deutsche-Led $230 Million Private Debt
Deutsche Bank AG is marketing a $230 million private-credit deal for Malaysian budget airline AirAsia Aviation Group, according to people familiar with the matter, testing investor demand for the carrier amid rising fuel prices.
JPMorgan Sees Year‑Long Path Back to $75 Brent
Parsley Ong, Asia Energy & Chemicals Research Head at JPMorgan, explains the scenarios her team has mapped out for oil prices as tensions continue to simmer in the Strait of Hormuz. She speaks on Bloomberg's The China Show. (Source: Bloomberg)
Mark Carney says Canada’s US ties have become a weakness
InternationalMark Carney says Canada's US ties have become a weaknessBy Reuters -Apr 20, 2026CALGARY: Canada’s close ties to the United States were once a strength but have become a weakness, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday in a video message to his country, in which he also praised the heroism of military leaders who fought against a U.S. invasion more than two centuries ago. Holding up a small toy soldier depiction of General Isaac Brock, the British military leader who died d...
Taiwan Weighs US Dollar Dividend Payouts for Listed Companies
Taiwan is weighing a proposal to permit listed companies to distribute dividends in US dollars, a change from the rule requiring payouts in the local currency, according to people familiar with the matter.
Randeep Hooda’s wife Lin Laishram shares heartwarming glimpses of daughter Nyomica
Lin Laishram, wife of Randeep Hooda, shared a series of photos on social media, captioning the post 'life lately.'
Strait of Hormuz crisis returns: Oil prices climb 6% on fresh conflict fears
Strait of Hormuz crisis returns Oil prices climb on fresh conflict fears