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BPCL, HPCL and IOC shares soar up to 6%. Here are two big triggers

Indian oil stocks surged as crude oil prices dropped to a two-week low, driven by progress in US-Iran peace talks. This optimism, coupled with a recent fuel price hike, boosted shares of HPCL, IOC, and BPCL. Analysts, however, caution that full market normalization could take months.

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Oil Price Today (May 25): Crude oil hits 2-week low as US-Iran peace deal moves closer. Is the worst behind?

Oil prices dipped to two-week lows as U.S.-Iran peace talks showed progress, potentially reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz. Despite optimism, significant hurdles remain, with disruptions continuing to impact global oil supplies. Analysts caution that even with a deal, full normalization could take months, with potential impacts extending for years.

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Pakistan eyes Gulf-backed oil reserve hub at Gwadar amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Pakistan is encouraging Persian Gulf oil producers to establish crude reserve buffers at its planned Energy City near Gwadar Port. This initiative aims to create strategic reserves for emergency use, as Pakistan currently lacks such buffers. Kuwait has already shown interest in this proposal, which also includes LNG and LPG…

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'Time is on our side': Trump tempers expectations of a peace deal with Iran

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that he had told diplomatic representatives not to "rush into a deal" with Tehran to end the US-Israeli war on Iran, walking back earlier signals of progress towards a peace agreement. The draft agreement would reportedly postpone talks over Iran's nuclear programme, instead…

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Trump calls Obama’s Iran nuclear deal ‘one of the worst ever made,’ vows Hormuz blockade until agreement signed

In a recent statement, US President Donald Trump conveyed optimism over the negotiations with Iran for a new nuclear agreement, highlighting that discussions are moving forward in a positive direction. He insisted that the blockade will remain intact until a final agreement is officially signed.

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What may be included in proposed Iran ceasefire deal?

Proposed framework hinges on a 60-day truce, reopening strait of Hormuz, and revived talks on limiting Iran nuclear programme

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LNG tanker exits Hormuz for India for first time since war began

The exit of an LNG tanker from the Strait of Hormuz marks a pivotal moment for India, signaling its first shipment from the Persian Gulf in light of the ongoing Iran conflict.

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Squeals of horror over price caps – but how are we going to fix our broken food system?

Global events and the climate crisis have left Britain’s food system dangerously exposed and in desperate need of an overhaul

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Trump claims peace deal with Iran ‘largely negotiated’ with strait of Hormuz to open

President’s claim is tempered by Pakistani PM’s hopes of hosting more talks ‘very soon’, and Iran’s Fars news agency saying strait of Hormuz will remain under Iranian control

The Guardian - US

Rubio urges more support from NATO allies to help end Iran war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged more support for US efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, relaying Trump's "disappointment" at NATO allies and European partners for failing to step up their efforts to end the Iran war. Rubio made the comments ahead of the arrival of Pakistan’s army…

France 24

Marco Rubio: Trump ‘disappointment’ with Nato will be discussed at summit

Secretary of state suggests July meeting of alliance will be fraught as US demands help in strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK

Frontline Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Frontline (NYSE:FRO) reported what Chief Executive Officer Lars Barstad called the company’s most profitable quarter since 2004, as tanker markets were reshaped by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz and shifting global oil trade patterns. Speaking on the company’s first-quarter 2026 earn

MarketBeat

Qatar sends mediators to Tehran in sign talks to reopen strait of Hormuz are reaching climax

Iran has threatened to impose tolls on shipping, while US demands that Iran hand over its highly enriched uranium may be deferred. Is there an end in sight?

The Guardian - UK

US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced hope of progress on ending the war with Iran, as he looked to Pakistani mediators to help advance efforts to strike an agreement. Beijing did however, announce that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel on Saturday to China, which has also been…

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The Crunch: Lebanese displacement; squid fishing in the Atlantic; and meet Jan – our friendly CGT helper

Charting population growth – and decline, violence in the Sahel and yet more about the strait of Hormuz

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Oil Price Today (May 22): Crude oil snaps 3-day fall amid mixed signals on Iran war peace talks. What are experts saying?

Oil prices saw an increase on Friday. Investors are watching Iran peace talks closely. Conflicting reports are creating uncertainty. Concerns about oil supply persist. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical point. Disruptions could impact global markets. Developing economies may face significant challenges. The situation remains dynamic.

MarketBeat

Freight Boom: The Hormuz Blockade Payday

Prolonged geopolitical supply constraints are driving massive margin expansions and unprecedented pricing premiums for shipping fleet operators worldwide.

The Economic Times

India to prioritise releasing stranded vessels in Hormuz, may resume tanker loading when conditions improve, says official

India is ensuring the safe passage of its ships near the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions in the region are impacting global shipping. Authorities are coordinating for cargo loading operations. Indian tankers will resume operations only when the security situation is deemed safe for commercial movement. This focus ensures the well-being…

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EU cuts 2026 growth forecast as Strait of Hormuz crisis pushes inflation up

The EU has downgraded its 2026 economic growth forecast after the Strait of Hormuz crisis sent energy prices sharply higher earlier this year. With no end to the conflict in sight, rising energy costs are fuelling tensions among member states calling for additional fiscal support measures.

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Oil rebounds on uncertainty over Iran peace deal and inventory drawdowns

Oil prices surged Thursday amid persistent supply worries stemming from the Iran war's uncertain conclusion and a significant U.S. inventory draw. Concerns are mounting over dwindling global stockpiles as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely inaccessible, impacting crucial energy shipments. Analysts suggest a breakthrough in talks is unlikely if concessions…

International Business Times

UAE Says Its Pipeline To Bypass The Strait Of Hormuz Is Almost Halfway Done

The UAE said the pipeline it's building to bypass the Strait of Hormuz is almost halfway complete after accelerating construction while the key waterway remains closed as a result of the war in Iran.

International Business Times

Iran Tightens Grip on Strait of Hormuz With Island Checkpoints and Transit Fees: Report

Ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz are now subject to a multi-tiered clearance process by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, which can include affiliation checks, inspections, and diplomatic intervention, according to a new report.

The Economic Times

Iran's threat to Hormuz submarine cables

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to impose permits on submarine fiber-optic cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move could disrupt global data flow, impacting financial transactions and government communications. While some countries have alternative routes, Qatar, hosting a key cable terminal, faces significant impact. Repairing damaged cables…

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India prepares to send oil tankers through Hormuz for new supply

India is preparing to resume sending ships through the Strait of Hormuz to pick up oil and energy cargoes from Middle East suppliers for the first time since the Iran conflict began. State-run Shipping Corporation of India is ready to restart operations in the Persian Gulf once it receives approval…

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NATO not drawing up plans for Hormuz mission, top commander says

NATO is not currently planning a mission in the Strait of Hormuz, with the alliance’s top commander saying any such operation would first require unanimous political approval from all 32 member states.

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