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Oil Price Today (July 31): Crude oil extends fall to $88. What’s behind the decline amid Iran war?

Saudi Arabia is seeking to spearhead a coalition to enhance defense cooperation in the Bab El-Mandeb Strait, the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. The Saudi defense ministry said 14 countries, including Turkey, Pakistan, Egypt, Sudan and Djibouti, had issued a joint statement backing the proposed maritime security alliance.

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Oil Price Today (July 30): Crude oil dips below $90 after 8% surge on Wednesday. Here’s why

Brent crude futures were down $1.29, or 1.42%, at $89.45 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude slipped 56 cents, or 0.66%, to $83.90 a barrel.

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Oil Price Today (July 29): Crude oil jumps 5% as US intercepts Iranian 'surprise attack’. Big rally ahead?

Brent crude jumped 5% to around $88 a barrel, recovering after its biggest three-day decline since April 2020. The U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude advanced $.67, or .47%, to $83.

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Oil Price Today (July 28): Crude oil dips 10% in two sessions as US, Iran mull peace talks. What are experts saying?

Brent crude futures were down $0.78, or 1%, at $88 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude fell $0.88, or 1.1%, to $82. Both benchmarks had dropped 1% earlier in the session, touching their lowest levels in more than a week.

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Explained: Why crude oil prices tumbled over 9% to below $90/bbl in one day

Crude oil prices plunged more than 9% to $88 a barrel after the US paused strikes on Iran and Tehran signalled restraint, boosting hopes of de-escalation. Reports said China is backing Pakistan's efforts to revive US-Iran peace talks, easing fears of prolonged supply disruptions. The sharp decline in oil prices…

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Oil Price Today (July 27): Crude oil dips 5%, below $95 as US pauses strikes on Iran. What are experts saying?

Brent crude futures dropped $4.89, or 5.05%, to $91.89, after briefly falling below the key $90 support level earlier in the session. US West Texas Intermediate crude stood at $84.64 a barrel, down $4.67, or 5.23%. The decline comes after crude prices surged 10% last week.

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Crude oil prices rise 10% this week but China enters fray to push for end to Iran war. What’s next?

Crude oil futures experienced a significant decline on Friday. This drop followed reports of China's initiative to restart stalled US-Iran peace negotiations. Despite the fall, both Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude are set for weekly gains. Geopolitical developments continue to heavily influence global oil prices and supply concerns. Experts…

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Oil Price Today (July 24): Crude oil dips below $100 but up 13% this week as supply tensions mount. $120 per barrel possible?

Brent futures fell 81 cents, or 1%, to $99.68 a barrel at 0126 GMT, but were still set for a 13.5% rise this week. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures dropped 70 cents, or 0.76%, to $91.49 a barrel and were on track for a 11% weekly gain.

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Oil Price Today (July 23): Crude oil crosses $95 as US strikes enter 12th day. Why Goldman says $120 is possible?

Brent crude futures rose $1.93, or 2%, to $96 a barrel, their highest level since June 8. The benchmark had ended the previous session more than $3 higher at $94.07, just below a six-week high. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained $1.44, or 1.7%, to $88.27 after advancing nearly 3%…

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Oil Price Today (July 22): Crude oil crosses $90, hits 2-month high as US strikes enter 11th day. $120 possible, say experts

Brent crude prices crossed the mark of $92 a barrel, rising to the levels last seen in early-June. West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude, is now trading near the mark of $85 a barrel, climbing for the fourth straight session.

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Oil Price Today (July 21): Crude oil dips below $90 on hopes of 10-day ceasefire in Iran war. What are experts saying?

Brent crude futures slipped 35 cents, or 0.4%, to $88.87 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude for September delivery was little changed at $82.47 a barrel. Both benchmarks remained below the more than one-month highs touched in the previous session.

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Oil Price Today (July 17): Crude oil jumps 12% this week as Hormuz, Red Sea closure risks loom. What are experts saying?

Brent crude futures gained $1.05, or about 1.25%, to $85.28 a barrel while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose $1.03, or 1.3%, to $79.98 a barrel. The gains helped both benchmarks recover losses from the previous session. For the week, both oil benchmarks have rallied nearly 12%. Brent…

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Oil Price Today (July 16): Crude oil at $86, rises for 4th day as US-Iran attacks continue. What are experts saying?

The United States on Wednesday targeted Iran's coastal defence systems and missile sites after reimposing a naval blockade on Iranian ports. In response, Iran warned that it could further restrict regional energy exports, saying it was fighting an "existential war" against the U.S.

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Oil Price Today (July 15): Crude oil above $86/bbl as US-Iran exchange fresh strikes. Bigger surge brewing?

Brent crude settled at its highest level since June 12 for a second consecutive session, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) closed at its strongest level since June 15.

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Oil Price Today (July 14): Crude oil hits one-month high at $85 as US-Iran war tensions simmer. Will it cross $100?

Brent crude futures gained $1.68, or 2%, to $84.98 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose $1.65, or 2.1%, to $79.79 a barrel. On Monday, Brent had surged 9.6%, marking its biggest single-day jump since May 2020. Crude prices are now at their highest levels since the…

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Prolonged US-Iran tensions may push India's crude basket above $75/bbl, raise inflation risks: Experts

Market experts warn a prolonged US-Iran standoff could increase India's crude oil import costs. Diversified sourcing is expected to cushion supply disruptions, reducing vulnerability to shocks. However, prolonged conflict may push India's crude basket beyond $75 per barrel. Higher crude prices could create near-term macroeconomic pressures and inflation risks.

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RBI's dividend gives Govt fiscal breathing space amid crude oil pressures: Kotak Securities Anindya Banerjee

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) record dividend payout of Rs 2.87 lakh crore is expected to directly repair the government's balance sheet at a time when rising global energy prices and prolonged geopolitical tensions are putting pressure on India's fiscal position, according to Anindya Banerjee, Head of Commodities and…

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Gold EGRs vs gold ETFs: Which one should yellow metal investors choose?

Gold has long been a trusted store of wealth in Indian households, valued both emotionally and financially. However, owning physical gold comes with challenges such as purity concerns, storage costs, theft risk, and resale deductions.

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The 2013 ghost returns: Will higher gold duties actually restrict imports or just fuel the grey market?

India’s shock hike in gold and silver import duty to 15% has revived memories of the 2013 crisis. While the move aims to curb dollar outflows and stabilise the rupee, experts warn it may simply push more demand into the grey market, with limited impact on India’s structural gold appetite.

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Why gold’s Rs 10,000 spike after import duty increase is a one-off move

Gold and silver prices staged a sharp comeback on Wednesday, with MCX futures for both metals surging nearly 6% in a single session after the government raised customs duty on precious metal imports. Gold prices jumped about Rs 9,600, while silver soared nearly Rs 17,000, marking one of the biggest…

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