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The US has struck a deal to control Venezuela’s oil reserves. It probably won’t help bring down fuel prices

US President Donald Trump has announced an agreement with Venezuela that he called the “biggest oil deal in world history”.

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Oil Price Today (September 1): Crude oil above $90 as US, Iran attacks jolt Hormuz hopes. $100 in sight?

Oil prices rose on Tuesday as renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran in the Middle East revived concerns over potential supply disruptions from the world’s key crude-producing region.

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Cotton Rallies to Close August

Cotton futures posted 170 to 180 point gains across most front month contracts. Crude oil was $2.91 per barrel, with the US dollar index $0.293 lower. Weekly Crop Progress data showed 89% of the US cotton setting bolls as of Sunday, with 29% of the crop with bolls opening. Condition...

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Stocks Finish Mostly Lower as Rising Crude Boosts Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) closed down by -0.33% on Monday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down by -0.70%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +0.08%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) fell -0.28%, and September E-mini...

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Dollar Slips on Dovish Bessent Comments

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell by -0.28% on Monday. The dollar settled lower on Monday, consolidating below last Friday’s 2-week high. Comments from US Treasury Secretary Bessent weighed on the dollar Monday when he said the Fed traditionally doesn’t raise interest rates in response to a supply shock, suggesting...

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Renewed US-Iran Hostilities Push Crude Prices Higher

October WTI crude oil (CLV26 ) closed up +2.36 (+2.83%) on Monday, and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26 ) closed up +0.0268 (+0.88%). Crude oil and gasoline prices moved sharply higher on Monday, with crude climbing to a 1-week high. Renewed tensions in the Middle East boosted crude prices on Monday...

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Longer-dated US Treasury yields climb as Iran and US restart military attacks

Treasury yields increased as U.S. and Iran hostilities escalated. Crude oil prices surged, fueling inflation worries and complicating Fed outlook. Investors now anticipate a potential September interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's comments also influenced market expectations. The bond market reacted to these signals,…

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Cotton Posting Monday Rally

Cotton futures are showing 170 to 190 point gains across most contracts. Crude oil is $2.38 per barrel, with the US dollar index $0.248 lower. Commitment of Traders data showed managed money adding another 17,173 contracts to their net long in cotton futures and options during the week ending on...

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Crude Prices Jump as the US and Iran Exchange Attacks

October WTI crude oil (CLV26 ) is up +1.82 (+2.18%) today, and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26 ) is up +0.0122 (+0.40%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are moving higher today, with crude climbing to a 1-week high. Renewed tensions in the Middle East are boosting crude prices today after the...

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Stocks Fall as Rising Geopolitical Risks Boost Crude Oil and Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.50% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.67%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.29%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -0.48%, and September E-mini...

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Dollar Weakens on Strength in the Chinese Yuan

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down by -0.16% today. The dollar is modestly lower today, consolidating below last Friday’s 2-week high. Today’s rally in the Chinese yuan to a 3.5-year high is undercutting the dollar. However, losses in the dollar are limited today as WTI crude oil climbs more...

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Stocks Pressured as Soaring Crude Prices Boost Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.42% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.23%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are down -0.40%, and September E-mini...

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Cotton Rallying Back on Monday Morning

Cotton is trading with Monday morning gains of 168 to 207 points. Futures faced pressure to close the week with Friday losses of 19 to 114 points across the board. December still held up for a weekly gain of 303 points. Crude oil was down 9 cents per barrel, with...

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Current price of oil as of Aug. 31, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

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Market wrap: Sun Pharma, Nestle India, ITC, Adani Ports top gainers and losers on Nifty and Sensex on Monday

Indian benchmark indices ended lower on Monday, with the Sensex falling 307 points and the Nifty50 declining 0.39% amid rising US bond yields, crude oil prices and renewed rate-hike concerns. Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports led the losers, while Sun Pharma and Nestle India were among the top gainers.

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Oil Price Today (August 31): Crude oil reclaims $90 as fresh US attacks dim peace deal hopes. What are experts saying?

U.S. forces on Sunday struck two launchers on Iran's Larak island in the Strait of Hormuz. It was the first known American strike on the Gulf nation since late July. Iran responded by attacking two U.S. air bases in Jordan, Iranian media reported on Monday, citing Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

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D-Street set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start

On Friday, Indian benchmark indices wrapped up the trading day positively, approaching their highs. Brent crude oil prices remained steady above $85 per barrel, contributing to a careful market sentiment. Analysts indicate that if Friday's high is surpassed, Nifty may target 24,350. Simultaneously, India VIX decreased by 3.5% to 10.68,…

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India's FY27 growth seen at 7-7.2% as capex, domestic demand offset global headwinds: EY

India's real GDP growth is likely to remain resilient at 7 per cent-7.2 per cent in FY27, supported by buoyant domestic demand and continued government focus on capital expenditure, while nominal GDP growth could reach 12.5 per cent-13 per cent, according to recent report by EY. The firm said economic…

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Russia is one of the world's top oil producers, so why is it still importing petrol from India

Russia is rationing petrol domestically as Ukrainian drone strikes damage its oil refineries. The nation continues crude oil production while facing domestic fuel shortages. Refineries like NORSI and Perm have halted operations after recent attacks. Russia is now importing finished petrol, notably from India. This situation highlights the strain on…

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FPIs net buyers for 2nd month; Rs 30,919 crore inflow in August: is selling spree easing?

During August, foreign portfolio investors added over Rs 30,000 crore to Indian equities, showcasing the ongoing trend of substantial market inflows for the second month in a row. This surge can be attributed to enhancing corporate earnings and a stable economic environment. Furthermore, easing global geopolitical tensions have aided investor…

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GDP data, crude prices among 7 factors likely to steer D-Street this week

Indian equities are likely to take cues from a slew of domestic and global factors this week, including India’s first-quarter GDP data, US jobs numbers, crude oil prices, institutional flows and global technology sentiment. Analysts expect the Nifty to remain in consolidation, with the technical setup balanced as investors track…

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Crude oil prices end winning run with first weekly fall in nearly a month. Can liquid gold slide further?

Crude oil prices posted their first weekly decline in three weeks as improving flows through the Strait of Hormuz eased supply concerns. Brent fell over 5% for the week, while WTI declined more than 4%. However, prolonged shipping disruptions could push prices higher, with JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs flagging upside…

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Cotton Sees Profit Taking Pressure to Close the Week

Cotton futures faced pressure to close the week with Friday losses of 19 to 114 points across the board. December still held up for a weekly gain of 303 points. Crude oil was down 9 cents per barrel, with the US dollar index $0.533 higher. Commitment of Traders data showed...

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Dollar Strength and Increased Middle East Oil Flows Weigh on Crude Prices

October WTI crude oil (CLV26 ) closed down -0.13 (-0.16%) on Friday, and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26 ) closed up +0.0598 (+2.00%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled mixed on Friday. Crude prices posted modest losses on Friday after the dollar index ($DXY ) rallied to a 2-week high. Also,...

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Cotton Facing Friday Weakness

Cotton futures are falling back at the end of the week, with contracts down 100 to 111 points across the front months at midday. Crude oil is up 4 cents per barrel, with the US dollar index $0.533 higher. Export Sales has the 2026/27 cotton export commitment level at 4.332...

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