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FTSE 100 on track for best month since first US attacks on Iran five months ago – as it happened

Live, rolling coverage as London’s biggest companies defy Middle East disruption and UK petrol prices rise to around £1.60 per litre, the highest since Donald Trump ordered renewed strikes

The Guardian - UK

Major oil giant puts North Sea operation up for sale in potential £2 billion move

Oil giant BP has said it is putting its UK North Sea business up for sale after 60 years of production

The National (Scotland)

China school canteens turn food waste into biodiesel, compost with this smart machine; watch video

A novel system in Chinese school canteens processes leftover food into valuable resources. Students deposit food scraps into specialized machines after finishing their meals. The system extracts oil for biodiesel production and converts organic waste into compost. This innovative approach repurposes discarded food, reducing landfill waste significantly. The process creates…

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Nine dead and dozens wounded as Putin pounds Kyiv with ballistic missiles

Trump's remarks come as Kyiv hits two more Wildberries warehouses and oil facilities in Russia

The Independent UK

Ross Gerber Calls Higher Oil Prices a 'Tax' on Non-EV Consumers, Says Trump Is 'Too Scared' to Escalate Iran War

Investor Ross Gerber on Thursday said that heightened oil prices amid the ongoing war with Iran have negatively impacted consumers with more costs as he casts doubt on President Donald Trump‘s willingness to escalate the situation.

Benzinga

Oil companies are expected to reap big profits because of US-Iran conflict

Analysts are expecting major oil companies to report large profits while fighting between Iran and the U.S. impeded petroleum shipments

The Independent UK

Sankaran Naren favours banks, power as oil risks loom

Sankaran Naren, CIO of ICICI Prudential Asset Management, remains bullish on banks, power utilities, oil refiners and pharmaceuticals, citing attractive valuations and improving earnings despite global uncertainties. He cautioned that a sharp rise in crude oil prices could weigh on market valuations even as corporate profits recover.

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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.

The Economic Times

SK Hynix Stock Soars 22%, Samsung Jumps 19% as Kospi Hits Trading Halt: Dow Futures Climb 151 Points

Asian stocks traded higher at the time of writing, led by a nearly 13% surge in South Korea’s KOSPI, while U.S. stock futures advanced and oil prices remained elevated.

Benzinga

South Korea’s Kospi index jumps more than 16% on a surge of chipmaking stocks

South Korea's Kospi index saw a significant jump, mirroring Wall Street's positive performance. AI-related stocks experienced a strong rebound after recent declines earlier in the week. Japanese markets also climbed, with technology and investment firms showing gains. Oil prices increased due to ongoing tensions and a closed key shipping route.…

The Economic Times

Iran claims to destroy drone hangars, fuel depot at US base in Kuwait

US Iran war: IRGC reported destroying US drone hangars and a fuel facility in Kuwait. The IRGC also claimed a missile strike on Jordan's al-Azraq airbase. US Central Command denied damage to any American aircraft in these incidents. They also refuted claims about a commercial oil tanker violating a US…

The Economic Times

D-St set for a positive opening as GIFT Nifty signals firm start

Indian benchmark indices opened flat and traded in a choppy, volatile range. Analysts suggest the index may head towards resistance at 24,500-24,600 levels. The India VIX, measuring market fear, rose 1.2% to settle at 12.16. Foreign portfolio investors and domestic institutions were net buyers of shares on Thursday. The Indian…

The Economic Times

Burnham told Trump the UK will be ‘pragmatic’ about North Sea oil and gas

Despite vowing to stick to Labour’s 2024 manifesto promises, Burnham appears to have left the door open for further drilling in the North Sea

The Independent UK

Cotton Rallies on Thursday

Cotton futures were 81 to 139 points in the green at Thursday’s close. Crude oil was back down just 50 cents per barrel, with the US dollar index falling 0.914. Export Sales data showed 29,719 RB of cotton sold for 2025/26 in the week of July 23. That was a...

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Soybeans Fades Lower on Thursday

Soybeans posted weaker trade late on Thursday, with contracts down fractionally to 4 cents across most contracts. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was up 2 ¾ cents at $11.49. Soymeal futures were 40 cents to $1.20 lower across most contracts, with Soy Oil futures down 17 to 82...

International Business Times UK

US Mortgage Rates Hit 6.66%, the Highest in a Year, as Oil Prices and Stubborn Inflation Squeeze Buyers

US mortgage rates have surged to a 12-month high, driven by inflation and geopolitical tensions, impacting the housing market and increasing borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers.

Barchart

Crude Oil Prices Drop on Increased Traffic Through Strait of Hormuz

September WTI crude oil (CLU26 ) closed down -0.87 (-1.03%) on Thursday, and September RBOB gasoline (RBU26 ) closed down -0.0945 (-2.93%). Crude oil and gasoline prices gave up an overnight advance and settled lower on Thursday in hopes of a diplomatic solution to the US-Iran war. Crude prices also...

The Economic Times

Big bets, bigger risks: Why US oil majors are holding back in Venezuela

US oil companies and Venezuela's government face stalled negotiations over key oil assets. Companies seek fiscal guarantees and access to attractive fields, which remains unresolved. Washington encouraged investment to boost crude output amid global supply concerns. Legal uncertainty and past nationalizations deter major companies from new capital. Smaller producers are…

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The Independent UK

Shell’s profits have more than doubled while Americans keep paying more at the gas pump

‘When wars make oil companies richer, something’s seriously messed up in the world,’ one social media user noted

The Times of India

UK PM Burnham says he told Trump UK would take 'pragmatic approach' on North Sea oil

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signalled a more "pragmatic approach" towards North Sea oil and gas, saying Britain "can't ignore" the region's energy resources while people are struggling with high costs. His remarks came after US President Donald Trump claimed Burnham had told him the UK would "open up…

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia prepares sea and possible land offensive against Houthis

Yemeni sources say Saudis concentrating forces for what could be attack in central Yemen

The Economic Times

Drone attack in Egypt raises fresh fears over Suez Canal, global oil supply

A drone strike on Egyptian tankers has raised energy security concerns for the Suez Canal. This vital route offers a safe passage for Saudi Arabian oil exports. Houthi threats have already impacted traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb strait. Many tankers are now rerouting north towards the Suez Canal and Sumed…

The Guardian - UK

Burnham promises ‘pragmatic’ approach to North Sea oil and gas

PM tells reporters the government cannot ignore the energy resource ‘when people are struggling’

Barchart

Cotton Rallying on Thursday

Cotton futures are trading with contracts 125 to 188 point in the green at Thursday’s midday. Crude oil is back down just 38 cents per barrel, with the US dollar index falling 0.879. Export Sales data showed 29,719 RB of cotton sold for 2025/26 in the week of July 23....

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Soybeans Holding onto a Thursday Bounce at Midday

Soybeans are trading with contracts 1 to 3 cents higher at midday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 5 ¾ cents at $11.52 ¼. Soymeal futures are up 40 to 90 cents across the front months, with Soy Oil futures down 20 to 50 points. USDA reported...

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