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Houthi Blockade, U.S.-Iran Tensions Rise

The Iran-backed Houthi movement declared an immediate maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, saying the blockade targets Red Sea routes and the Bab al-Mandeb in retaliation for strikes on Sana'a and an end to the ceasefire. This escalation raises the risk of disrupting a significant portion of global energy trade, with oil markets reacting to potential supply disruptions as tensions mount in the region.

Donald Trump

Jul 25, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Prices Rise on Red Sea Tensions

Global oil prices climbed as US-Iran tensions raised concerns about disruptions to Middle East supply routes, with Brent above $90 and WTI in the low- to mid-$80s as markets fret over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Gasoline and diesel prices remain elevated and are expected to stay high even if crude prices ease, aided by tight refining margins, China’s reduced imports, and regional capacity constraints that limit domestic buffering.

Jul 25, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Tops $100 as Middle East Tensions Rise

Brent crude prices near $97–$100 amid West Asia tensions are fueling volatility in Indian markets and raising concerns that sustained higher oil costs will widen India’s current account deficit and lift inflation, given the country’s heavy crude imports. Analysts warn the oil shock could keep rupee pressures, push up the import bill, and weigh growth unless supply and geopolitical risks ease.

India Red Sea

Jul 27, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Markets at Risk as US-Iran Tensions Escalate

On the ninth consecutive night of strikes, the US targets Iranian military and security assets as Iran and the IRGC retaliate with attacks on US bases and threats around the Strait of Hormuz, where damaged tankers and heightened tensions have disrupted shipping. The crisis drives Brent crude above $90 a barrel and elevates fears of a broader conflict, with ongoing casualties among US personnel and renewed warnings that oil transit through Hormuz could be jeopardized.

Donald Trump

Jul 25, 2026

Energy Sector

Sikkim Tunnel Collapse Traps Workers, Deaths Rise

A landslide at the Samardung tunnel in South Sikkim triggered a gas leak and left 12–20 workers trapped inside the under-construction tunnel, prompting a large-scale rescue effort by NDRF, SDRF, police and Fire and Emergency Services. Rescue teams faced gas exposure hazards during the operation, but reports suggest some workers were rescued and evacuated for medical checks as the situation developed.

Prem Singh Tamang

Jul 24, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Rises After Houthis Strike Saudi Tankers

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Jul 26, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Routes Reroute as Strikes Escalate

Two Saudi crude tankers bound for China and India turned back toward the Suez Canal after Yemen's Houthi rebels declared a naval blockade against Saudi ports, signaling higher risks and potentially longer shipping routes that could hike costs for global oil supplies. The incidents underscore how the Bab el-Mandeb and Red Sea tensions are intersecting with broader U.S.-Iran-Israel dynamics and threatening lucrative energy corridors.

Jul 26, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Prices Fall as Iran Pauses Attacks, Talks Push

Oil prices fell more than 4% on Friday as China pushed to restart US-Iran peace talks, though Brent and WTI were still on track for substantial weekly gains amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, supply risks, and reduced Strait of Hormuz traffic. Traders noted optimism about possible diplomatic progress alongside warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump and actions by Iran and Yemen’s Houthis, including a naval blockade and shipping disruptions in the Red Sea.

Donald Trump

Jul 27, 2026

Energy Sector

Brent tops $100 as Red Sea tensions rise

Brent crude rose above $100 a barrel as Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea heightened concerns over disruptions to key export routes like Bab al-Mandeb, signaling renewed geopolitical risk to global oil supplies. The price surge reflects potential supply constraints and could influence inflation pressures and monetary policy, with U.S. and regional tensions adding to the risk outlook.

Donald Trump

Jul 26, 2026

Energy Sector

Hodeidah strikes escalate; Houthis claim Aramco strikes

Multiple reports claim Saudi-led strikes hit Hodeidah and related sites such as telecom facilities on Kamaran Island, with the Houthis and coalition providing conflicting accounts about targets and impacts, raising alarm over Red Sea shipping and potential disruption to maritime traffic, even as some sources note that ports in the area remained open. The事件 underscores heightened regional tensions as both sides accuse each other while shipping routes face persistent risk.

Saudi Arabia Red Sea

Jul 27, 2026

Markets

AI Spending Lifts Asia Chips as Oil Near $100

Investors propelled chip stocks higher and the Nasdaq with broad market gains as AI optimism resurged, even as a recent AI-profitability debate lingered after Moonshot’s new model sparked doubts. Across markets, oil swung on Middle East tensions, Korea’s large-cap slump contrasted with gains in mid/small caps, and overall sector dynamics remained mixed as investors weigh AI spending against near-term returns.

Jul 25, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Rises on Middle East Tensions, Markets Eye Yields

WTI crude prices remain volatile as supply disruptions and Middle East tensions keep a risk premium, with charts hovering around the low-to-mid 80s and potential moves toward resistance levels such as 91.25 per barrel. Diplomatic developments with Iran, possible sanctions relief, and OPEC+ production decisions could steer prices either lower on increased supply or higher on geopolitical risk, sustaining market volatility amid demand concerns.

Jul 27, 2026

Energy Sector

Gold Rises as Brent Falls Below $100

Gold eased slightly as Brent crude breached $100, fueling inflation concerns and keeping markets wary of higher-for-longer U.S. interest rates, with investors eyeing a Fed decision next week. Across markets, the outlook for oil above $100 and the possibility of a September rate hike are seen as headwinds for gold, while some traders still expect a hold at the July meeting and price ranges around $4,000 as momentum shifts.

Jul 27, 2026

ESG

Trump Admin Admits Partisan Grant Cancellations

Federal officials have admitted in court filings that more than $7.5 billion in Biden-era clean energy grants were canceled largely based on political considerations, targeting states that voted for Kamala Harris and had Democratic leadership. The disclosures raise concerns about partisan manipulation of federal funding and signal a broader push to extend presidential control over grant allocations.

Donald Trump Kamala Harris

Jul 27, 2026

Energy Sector

Kuwait Signs $16B Pipeline Lease Deal

Kuwait's state-owned Kuwait Oil Company signs a US$16 billion lease-and-lease-back deal with a consortium led by Blackstone, Brookfield, and KKR to lease its 13 pipelines for 20.5 years, with KOC holding 51% and the investors 49%, generating about US$7.85 billion in upfront proceeds to support expansion to 4 million barrels per day by 2035 while preserving Kuwait's control over production and refining. The move, framed as Kuwait’s largest foreign direct investment to date, comes amid regional tensions and Iranian attacks on energy infrastructure.

Iran Blackstone

Jul 27, 2026

Inflation

Yen Rises as Inflation Slows, BOJ Policy Debated

Japan’s June import bill surged to a record 11.3 trillion yen as import costs climbed 59.3% in value despite lower oil volumes, driven by a weak yen and higher global oil prices, with diversification erratically shifting suppliers away from the Middle East to the US, Russia, and others. Markets are weighing BoJ policy, balancing signs of tightening against the risk of dovish surprises, as a weaker currency and elevated energy costs sustain inflation pressures while supporting import-driven growth dynamics.

Jul 25, 2026

Energy Sector

ADNOC Approves $6.2B Umm Shaif Gas Project

ADNOC has taken a final investment decision worth about $6.2 billion to develop the Umm Shaif gas cap in Abu Dhabi with TotalEnergies, Eni and CNPC, aiming to unlock more than 600 million standard cubic feet per day by 2030 and strengthen the UAE’s gas supply and LNG capabilities. The investment reflects the UAE’s push to boost domestic gas output and energy security amid rising global demand and regional tensions, with related developments like the Bab gas cap expanding output and LNG capacity.

Jul 21, 2026

Energy Sector

Vivakor Plans 300k Bbl/Month Crude Deals; $700M Annual

Vivakor announces four recurring physical crude oil transactions that lift marketed volumes to 300,000 barrels per month (3.6 million annually) and an estimated $289 million in annualized commercial activity, with trading across the Cushing and Midland hubs. When added to existing programs, total recurring commercial activity reaches about $709 million annually and 8.1 million barrels of marketed crude oil, signaling expanded integration of marketing with its transportation, terminaling and storage assets.

Jul 21, 2026

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Energy Sector

Houthi Blockade, U.S.-Iran Tensions Rise

Oil Prices Rise on Red Sea Tensions

Oil Tops $100 as Middle East Tensions Rise

Oil Markets at Risk as US-Iran Tensions Escalate

Sikkim Tunnel Collapse Traps Workers, Deaths Rise

Oil Rises After Houthis Strike Saudi Tankers

Oil Routes Reroute as Strikes Escalate

Oil Prices Fall as Iran Pauses Attacks, Talks Push

Brent tops $100 as Red Sea tensions rise

Hodeidah strikes escalate; Houthis claim Aramco strikes

AI Spending Lifts Asia Chips as Oil Near $100

Oil Rises on Middle East Tensions, Markets Eye Yields

Gold Rises as Brent Falls Below $100

Trump Admin Admits Partisan Grant Cancellations

Kuwait Signs $16B Pipeline Lease Deal

Yen Rises as Inflation Slows, BOJ Policy Debated

ADNOC Approves $6.2B Umm Shaif Gas Project

Vivakor Plans 300k Bbl/Month Crude Deals; $700M Annual

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