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How the Israel-Iran conflict could affect energy costs

Lucy HookerBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesIsrael's strikes on Iran, and Iran's response, initially caused an shudder on global financial markets.The price of oil in particular surged, but after a weekend of missile and drone strikes between the two countries the cost of crude has fallen back. Nevertheless, oil prices are $10 higher than they were a month ago and there are renewed fears increased energy costs could make everything - from petrol and food to holidays - becoming more expensive. That is what happened after Russia invaded Ukraine three...

Moody’s cuts India’s...

Moody’s has maintained its growth prediction for India at 6.5% for 2026, following a projected 6.7% growth in 2024. (AI image) Moody'sRatings has...

US president says...

US President Donald Trump says he will hit movies made in foreign countries with 100% tariffs, as he ramps up trade disputes with nations...

Trump China tariffs...

Denise Buzy-Pucheu, founder and owner of The Persnickety Bride, said steep tariffs on imports from China are hurting U.S. businesses, including bridal shops and...

Pak-India tensions drag...

The bourse saw a sharp decline on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions escalated following a late-night warning from the federal government that India may...

UPI Transactions To...

Last Updated:May 01, 2025, 12:49 ISTIn a circular dated April 26, NPCI directs banks and payment apps to implement quicker processing standards across various...

Akshaya Tritiya 2025:...

New Delhi: Akshaya Tritiya, is considered an auspicious day for buying gold, silver and other metals. Gold prices are widely tracked in bullion market...

BP makes ‘significant...

Your support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the...

Elon Musk’s Tesla...

Elon Musk recently announced on X his plans to visit India this year. (AI image) Elon Musk’s Tesla to enter India soon? Tesla...