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Rising oil, US yields add to rupee pressure after RBI move

The rupee rose 7 paise to 95.64 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, supported by a softer dollar, but later pared gains to settle 3 paise lower at 95.74 amid rising Brent crude, importer demand, and cautious sentiment over impending US sanctions on Iran. The Reserve Bank of India likely intervened to support the currency, while its decision to shorten the foreign-currency deposit swap window surprised bankers and added to the rupee's vulnerabilities.

5 outlets · 8 articles Aug 18

Sensex, Nifty trade lower as crude oil prices rebound to $91 on Iran

Indian equity benchmarks traded lower on Tuesday as crude oil prices climbed above $91 a barrel, reigniting concerns over supply disruptions amid the US-Iran standoff. Analysts suggest support levels for Nifty around 24,000, with short-term stock picks including Axis Bank, Meesho, and Happiest Minds Technologies.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 18

18 August, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex down by 300 points, Nifty near 24,200 amid weak global cues

Indian stocks closed largely unchanged on Friday, capping a second straight weekly decline, as geopolitical tensions and rising crude prices kept investors cautious. GIFT Nifty pointed to a positive opening on Monday, with attention on US sanctions on Iran and Federal Reserve signals.

4 outlets · 7 articles Aug 18

Sensex falls over 300 pts; Nifty hovers below 24,300 as Brent crude climbs to USD 91/bbl

Indian equity markets opened higher on Monday, tracking positive global cues and easing crude prices, with the Sensex gaining over 200 points and the Nifty hovering near 24,300. However, analysts remain cautious about elevated geopolitical risks and the impact of high oil prices on the rupee and market sentiment.

4 outlets · 5 articles Aug 18

US 30-year yields hit highest level since 2007 as war, oil worries fester

US long-term Treasury yields surged to levels not seen in nearly two decades as stalled US-Iran talks and oil price fears compounded fiscal concerns. The 30-year yield touched 5.321%, the highest since 2007, while global bond markets from Japan to Europe also saw sharp moves.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 18

US, Canada hold last-minute talks to stop 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods

The United States imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods after last-minute trade talks failed, prompting Canada to announce dollar-for-dollar retaliation starting September 8. Both sides blame each other for the breakdown, with Prime Minister Mark Carney calling the US terms 'unfair' and 'uneconomic'.

44 outlets · 68 articles Aug 18

Rosie Sends Special Message to Trump in Fiery Kimmel Debut

Rosie O'Donnell concluded her four-night guest-hosting run on Jimmy Kimmel Live! with a monologue and song targeting President Trump, referencing a White House spokesperson's earlier insult. The performance highlighted her ongoing feud with Trump, including his recent demeaning AI videos and threats over her citizenship.

1 outlet · 1 article Aug 18

Trump Approval Rating Ties All-Time Low: A Snapshot of Turned-Off Voters

President Trump's approval rating fell to 33% in a mid-August Reuters/Ipsos poll, tying his lowest ever. The decline is linked to the ongoing war with Iran and rising gas prices, with support eroding among key voter groups including independents, non-MAGA Republicans, and Hispanic men.

1 outlet · 1 article Aug 18

Iran wary of more economic pain: What else could the Trump administration do?

Iran's rial dropped to a record low against the dollar as Washington readied what it called an 'economic D-Day' of new sanctions. The currency's fall underscores the toll of nearly six months of war, with inflation soaring, oil exports halted, and pressure mounting on Tehran despite its control of the Strait of Hormuz.

16 outlets · 19 articles Aug 18

Sensex Falls 295 Points, Nifty Slips As Crude Crosses $91 Amid Iran Tensions

Indian equity benchmarks declined as Brent crude crossed $91 a barrel following the expiry of the temporary US-Iran ceasefire, reviving concerns over energy supplies. Foreign institutional investors sold equities, and higher US bond yields added pressure, while analysts noted a positioning-led correction with mixed global cues.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 18

Trump envoy Jared Kushner reiterates firm stance, says Iran "cannot have a nuclear weapon"

US President Donald Trump's envoy Jared Kushner has reiterated that Iran cannot be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon, outlining core conditions for any deal, as the 60-day framework from June lapses unresolved. The collapse of that memorandum has left tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and uranium enrichment unresolved, with Tehran not yet deciding on direct talks.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 18

Asia shares decline as worries about rising oil prices outweigh perks from strong earnings

Asian shares were flat on Monday as investors awaited details of threatened U.S. sanctions on Iran and braced for Nvidia's quarterly results. The Canadian dollar dipped amid a looming trade war, and gold prices climbed toward a record monthly gain.

1 outlet · 1 article Aug 18

Oil Price Today (August 18): Crude oil crosses $91/barrel amid fading US-Iran peace hopes. What lies ahead?

Oil prices steadied above $91 per barrel on Thursday as investors weighed the outlook for the US-Iran conflict and shipping security in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI benchmarks have risen for four straight sessions, supported by geopolitical tensions and supply concerns.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 18

Gold extends gains on easing rate-hike fears, markets await Fed minutes

Gold prices rose for a third session as expectations of a US rate hike faded, with investors eyeing Fed minutes for policy clues. Treasury yields stabilized and the dollar weakened, while geopolitical tensions with Iran supported safe-haven demand.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 18

'We won the war, won diplomacy': Araghchi says Iran pushed US war so it could control ceasefire

Iran's foreign minister said Tehran pushed the war with the US to force a ceasefire on its own terms, claiming victory in both war and diplomacy. Meanwhile, Egypt seeks to revive US-Iran talks, France and Saudi Arabia plan alternative trade routes, and the US warns of unprecedented economic pressure.

6 outlets · 6 articles Aug 18

Oil prices jump after US-Iran ceasefire expires and Trump threatens Oman

Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel after a two-month negotiating window expired without a deal, while a US blockade has sharply reduced Iranian oil flows to China. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to detail new sanctions aimed at isolating Iran. Iranian officials have warned of a more aggressive military stance in the Strait of Hormuz.

4 outlets · 4 articles Aug 18

Can China’s new Arctic Sea route to Europe replace Middle East chokepoints?

As conflicts disrupt key Middle East waterways, China has launched a regular container service via the Arctic's Northern Sea Route, aiming to cut transit times and reduce reliance on chokepoints like Hormuz and Malacca. Experts see the route as a seasonal supplement with geopolitical and environmental caveats.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 18

Hormuz crossings rise slightly from August 15, remain in single digits, data shows

Ship crossings through the Strait of Hormuz remained low over the weekend, with fewer than 20 vessels transiting as Iran and the United States continued to trade threats. Data from Kpler and UKMTO show traffic is running about 90% below pre-conflict baselines, while refined product imports into Asia have fallen sharply and refining margins remain elevated.

7 outlets · 10 articles Aug 18

Half of homes in Great Britain taking longer to sell than last year amid mortgage volatility

Property platform Zoopla reports that half of local authorities in Great Britain saw homes take longer to sell in July compared with a year ago, with the national average holding at 42 days. Regional divides widen as slower markets like Melton in Leicestershire contrast sharply with faster-selling Scottish areas, while mortgage market volatility continues to influence buyer behavior.

3 outlets · 3 articles Aug 18

Trump hints at contact with North Korea's Kim after scaling back Seoul drills

US President Donald Trump announced plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year, citing their personal rapport and Pyongyang's 57 nuclear weapons. The announcement follows his decision to scale back joint military drills with South Korea, drawing mixed reactions from Seoul, Pyongyang, and US lawmakers.

8 outlets · 11 articles Aug 18