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Global oil inventories are rapidly depleting due to the Iran war disrupting crude flows from the Persian Gulf, leading to concerns of price spikes and shortages. Asia faces immediate pressure, with some nations potentially experiencing shortages within a month as reserves hit multi-year lows. Strategic reserves are being deployed, but this further weakens the global safety buffer.

GOI should let the economy adjust to new energy market realities, and raise pump prices. Lower domestic fuel consumption will also mean less dollar demand & help shore up the rupee

Pakistan's economy faces sustained pressure with double-digit inflation likely to persist due to surging global oil prices amid the Middle East crisis. Rising energy costs and regional instability are projected to slow GDP growth and widen the current account deficit, impacting the stock market and currency.

According to the government, India has around 60 days of petroleum supplies in various forms including strategic reserves. But if 20% of the world’s crude supply remains disrupted over 2.5 months of the war, where is India getting its oil from?

Operation Sindoor, a year after its execution, is remembered as India's firm response to terrorism, marked by precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan. This high-tech military action showcased India's advanced arsenal, including Rafale jets, SCALP missiles, and loitering munitions, demonstrating a shift towards modern, precision warfare.

Shakib Al Hasan said he is ready to return to Bangladesh and face ongoing legal cases if assured “normal security” and protection from harassment. The former captain, absent from Bangladesh since May 2024, also revealed his bank account has been frozen during investigations. Shakib denied wrongdoing in multiple cases and said authorities have found no evidence against him so far.

Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik has admitted that Pakistan lacks even a day’s worth of strategic petrol reserves, as oil prices climb to $126 per barrel — the highest since 2022 — amid ongoing shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan admits its vulnerability to global oil shocks, lacking strategic reserves like India, which holds 60-70 days of stock. Islamabad's limited reserves leave it exposed, unlike India's stable prices aided by fiscal space and strategic stockpiles. Pakistan's IMF commitments restrict its ability to offer consumer relief amid soaring crude prices.

Asian markets showed a mixed performance today. Japan's Nikkei 225 reached new record highs, boosted by technology stocks amid the AI boom. However, rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning Iran, tempered investor sentiment across other regions. Investors are now keenly awaiting key central bank decisions this week.

Gold price prediction today: Any upside in gold prices is likely to be capped by gains in crude oil prices, says Praveen Singh, Head Currencies and Commodities, Mirae Asset ShareKhan.

In March, SIP inflows saw a record high of around INR32,000 crore even though the markets were down 10%. But fund managers say if retail investors don’t see returns for another 18 months, most of them will start pulling back.

Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty50 rallied strongly in trade on Wednesday after optimism surrounding renewed US-Iran peace talks led oil prices to drop. While Nifty50 went above 24,200, BSE Sensex rose over 1,200 points.

Global markets experienced significant volatility on Monday following the collapse of West Asia peace talks, pushing crude oil past $100 a barrel and reigniting inflation fears. Indian markets, though opening sharply lower, saw some recovery. Foreign funds divested heavily, while domestic investors showed buying interest, anticipating stock-specific opportunities amidst geopolitical uncertainties.

Global equity strategist Christopher Wood notes Pakistan's recent stock surge is an IMF-driven rebound, not a structural shift. He views Pakistan as a high-beta trading opportunity tied to bailout cycles, contrasting it with India's stronger long-term investment potential due to its robust fundamentals and consistent earnings.