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- Energy markets explode: Crude hits $114, gas jumps 35% after Iran targets Gulf fuel sites March 19, 2026Iran's strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure, including Qatar's LNG facility, have sent global oil and gas prices soaring. The attacks have disrupted supply routes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, leading to significant price spikes and raising inflation concerns. Financial markets worldwide reacted negatively, with equities declining sharply am […]
- Rupee weakens in NDF, set to slip past 93 as oil surges; RBI steps up key tool March 19, 2026The Indian rupee plunged to a record low of 93.36 against the US dollar amid global market volatility and a strong dollar. The Reserve Bank of India has significantly ramped up its intervention using forward contracts, with its net-short dollar position nearing $100 billion. This stepped-up intervention aims to stabilize the rupee amidst renewed pressure on […]
- Hormuz disruption impact: India considers dedicated Rs 1,000 crore war-risk cover to support insurers March 19, 2026According to a government official, multiple options are under consideration, with any decision on establishing such a facility likely to be taken only after the Strait of Hormuz route reopens.
- Gold, silver price prediction today (March 19, 2026): Will gold reach Rs 1.65 lakh/10 grams & silver touch Rs 2.85 lakh/kg? March 19, 2026Gold and silver price prediction: Gold prices may see some upside swing, while silver prices may move up to Rs 285,000, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head - Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients Group.
- Asian stocks today: Markets fall as oil tops $112, inflation concerns weigh; Wall Street extends losses March 19, 2026Asian markets tumbled Thursday, mirroring Wall Street's decline as soaring oil prices above $110 and persistent inflation fears rattled investors. Tensions in the Middle East escalated with Iran threatening retaliation against regional energy infrastructure, further fueling concerns about supply disruptions and their impact on global economic growth and […]
- RNFI introduces cardless cash withdrawals via UPI QR with Jio Payments Bank March 19, 2026The facility enables instant, cardless cash availability across urban, semi-urban and rural India as access to cash remains crucial for millions in the country
- RBI approves transition plan after HDFC Bank chairman’s resignation March 19, 2026The RBI said HDFC Bank is a Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB) with sound financials, a professionally run board and competent management team
- Markets tumble 2% as Israel attacks world’s largest gas field in Iran March 19, 2026Brent crude price hit a new high, trading above $112 a barrel. The India-U.S. exchange rate depreciated to a new high crossing ₹93 a dollar
- HDFC Bank stock falls over 4% as chairman resigns on ethical grounds March 19, 2026On March 18, the HDFC Bank stock had closed lower despite the indices being in the positive territory before the resignation news came out, raising speculations wherever there was insider trading at the bank
- The opportunity in Cameroon to rebalance the WTO March 19, 2026The World Trade Organization’s Ministerial Conference must ensure that trade is governed by rules rather than coercion