Hurricane Isaias update: Gulf Coast braces for life-threatening storm surge Forecasters warned Isaias could deliver destructive hurricane-force winds The Independent UK · Oct 8
Oil and gas prices jump on Middle East shipping attacks, sending bond yields higher and stocks lower – as it happened Brent crude tops $105 a barrel amid attacks on tankers and squeeze on US oil output in Gulf of Mexico as storm Isaias approaches The Guardian - UK · Oct 8
Brent crude tops $105 as Trump weighs resuming 'major combat operations' in Iran Brent crude rose above $105 a barrel on Thursday after reports that US President Donald Trump is considering a return to "major combat operations" against Iran, while European stock markets opened lower as rising oil prices fuelled inflation fears. Euronews · Oct 8
India bonds hemmed in as market digests higher rates The Reserve Bank of India has increased its key policy rate by 25 basis points, raising it to 5.50%. This adjustment signifies a strategic step towards cautious monetary tightening shaped by global economic developments. Traders are exercising caution due to heightened global yields and soaring crude oil prices impacting the… The Economic Times · Oct 8
Building the route to India: Russian oil and mineral water producers expand overseas Ecooil and Akva-Kristall are strategically enhancing export ties with Indian buyers. Leveraging their strong infrastructure for production, quality assurance, and logistics, Ecooil is set to boost sunflower oil exports, while Akva-Kristall is launching its premium mineral water to Indian consumers. The success of these ventures hinges on reliable delivery and… The Economic Times · Oct 8
Isaias becomes the first hurricane of the Atlantic season as it surges towards US Gulf Coast Isaias has strengthened into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season The Independent UK · Oct 8
Asian shares decline under pressure from rising bond yields and surging oil prices Asian shares are lower and oil prices have surged after stocks on Wall Street retreated from their records The Independent UK · Oct 8
Why did market crash today? Nifty hits fresh 52-week low, Sensex tanks over 1,000 pts. 7 triggers behind Rs 10 lakh cr bloodbath Sensex Nifty Down: On Thursday, there was a notable decline in the Indian stock market, marked by a drop of over 1.5% in both Sensex and Nifty. This downturn was attributed to the RBI's tightening policies and ongoing selling by foreign institutional investors. The Economic Times · Oct 8
Rachel Roddy’s recipe for cheese and bread balls These highly crunchable cheesy bread balls are a great way to use up odds and ends The Guardian - UK · Oct 8
3 easy autumn dinner recipes for busy weeknights From smoky chicken and sweetcorn to baked feta pasta and a hearty veggie bolognese, these easy autumn dinners are built for busy weeknights, says Hannah Twiggs The Independent UK · Oct 8
Strait of Hormuz 'Danger Pay': Ship Captains Offered $100K a Month Plus $50K per Trip To Risk Attacks Tanker captains can earn up to $100,000 a month plus $50,000 per Strait of Hormuz transit as attacks push up danger payments, freight rates and insurance costs. International Business Times UK · Oct 8
Global Market: South Korean stocks decline as Samsung falls, oil prices fuel inflation fears South Korean shares trade lower as chip stocks weaken, and rising oil prices fuel inflation concerns, putting the KOSPI on course for a second straight weekly decline. The Economic Times · Oct 8
Global Market: Japan stocks fall for second day as profit-taking, rate fears weigh Japanese shares trade lower for a second straight session as investors book profits after a recent rally, while uncertainty over US rates, rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment. The Economic Times · Oct 8
Oil Price Today (October 8): Crude oil jumps 2% to $102 amid rising attacks on ships in Middle East. What lies ahead? Oil prices climbed on Thursday, with Brent crude surpassing $102 a barrel as Middle East tensions and attacks on Gulf shipments heightened supply concerns. WTI also rose nearly 2%. Falling US crude inventories added support, while analysts warned prolonged Strait of Hormuz disruptions could push prices significantly higher, potentially toward… The Economic Times · Oct 8
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Economists see food, oil stoking India’s September inflation India's consumer inflation is anticipated to rise as energy costs increased significantly during September. Brent crude surpassed $100 a barrel, contributing to higher inflation alongside rising food prices. The Reserve Bank of India raised its key repo rate for the first time in nearly four years to combat inflation. Economists…
MyLifeXP · Oct 8 Durga Puja 2026: Start Date, Vrat & Significance Maa Durga festival season arrives well before the pandals open up. It begins with the auspicious day of Mahalaya, where people pay tribute to their forefathers and welcome the arrival of Devi Paksha. The next day marks the arrival of Shardiya Navratri, beginning with Kalash Sthapana for nine days of…
The Guardian - AU · Oct 8 Tanker attacked off Qatar as Iran claims route transporting oil through strait of Hormuz will be ‘closed’ Oil rises above $100 as attacks on ships hit new high, amid reports Trump is discussing launching strikes before the US midterms
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Trump says Iran war will end 'very quickly', oil prices will 'come tumbling down' US President Donald Trump stated that the ongoing war with Iran will conclude rapidly, affecting global oil prices. He emphasized the need to eliminate Iran's nuclear capabilities, asserting that their economy is struggling. Meanwhile, Iranian officials rejected claims about their oil minister's resignation, asserting internal political stability. US Vice President…
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Oil rises as Middle East supply concerns persist amid shipping attacks Rising oil prices are driven by persistent supply concerns from the Middle East. This month has seen a surge in attacks on shipping in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, despite the International Energy Agency releasing oil stocks. Recent U.S. inventory reports indicated larger-than-expected declines in crude stockpiles. These…
The Economic Times · Oct 8 US CENTCOM rejects Iran's claim of Hormuz closure US Central Command has rejected Iran's assertion that the Strait of Hormuz is closed, stating that traffic continues. Commercial and energy traffic flows through the waterway, including substantial oil shipments. Iranian officials have expressed their commitment to ensuring security in the Strait and have proposed a peace plan to the…
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Attacks on Saudi airports claimed by Houthi rebels kill 3 people Two attacks on Saudi airports by Houthi rebels resulted in three fatalities and numerous injuries on Wednesday. The strikes targeted Abha and Riyadh's King Khalid airports, affecting Moroccan, Algerian, and Sudanese nationals. In response to threats against oil and military assets, Saudi Arabia has bolstered security measures around key locations.…
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Global Market Today: Asian stocks drop on inflation concerns, oil gains MSCI’s Asia Pacific index for equities slipped 0.3%, with shares in Japan and South Korea falling, while markets in mainland China return from a holiday. Shares of Samsung Electronics Co. fluctuated between gains and losses after the chip bellwether reported record profit but still missed estimates.
Latin Times · Oct 8 From Congress to Caracas: How Former Rep. David Rivera Secretly Worked for Maduro's Venezuela Former Florida Rep. David Rivera gets 10 years for secretly lobbying for Venezuela's Maduro regime — Rubio testified; a D.C. case still pending.
Barchart · Oct 7 SoybeanSoybeans Fall Back on Wednesday As Products Diverge Soybeans were weaker for much of the midweek session with contracts a penny to 5 ½ cents lower at the close. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was down 6 1/4 cents at $12.40 1/4. Soymeal futures were up $4.70 to $12.50 at the close, with Soy Oil futures...
Barchart · Oct 7 Cotton Falls Back Lower on Wednesday Cotton futures posted Wednesday losses of 21 to 118 points at the close. Crude oil was down 50 cents per barrel on the session, with the US dollar index $0.440 higher. The Seam reported sales on 3,951 bales on October 6 at an average of 82.22 cents/lb. The Cotlook A...