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Oil Price Today (March 18): Crude oil dips over 1% despite Iran war entering day 19. Here are two reasons why
Updated at : 2026-03-18 08:20:02

Oil prices dipped Wednesday following a rise in US crude inventories. However, ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz, suggest prices may climb. Experts predict Brent crude could reach $120 or even $150 per barrel if the conflict persists. This could impact global economies and prompt policy intervention.

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Stocks in news: Maruti Suzuki, Tata Steel, Varun Beverages, PNB, TCS
Updated at : 2026-03-18 06:25:02

Markets saw a second consecutive day of recovery, driven by value buying and stable global cues, with analysts expecting a rebound towards 23,800-24,000. Several companies like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Steel, and TCS were in focus due to significant news, including stake sales, acquisitions, and expansion plans.

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Svasti Microfinance raises Rs 47.5 crore
Updated at : 2026-03-18 06:20:02

Adar Poonawalla-backed Svasti Microfinance secured ₹47.5 crore from key investors, including Abler Nordic and Rajiv Dadlani Group. This funding, a mix of equity and debt, will fuel expansion of its loan portfolio, bolster digital infrastructure, and broaden product offerings beyond joint liability loans. Svasti targets ₹1,400 crore in assets under management by March 2027.

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SEBI proposes modified nomination norms for Demat and Mutual Fund accounts
Updated at : 2026-03-17 22:25:02

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a consultation paper to modify nomination norms for demat accounts and mutual fund folios, aimed at simplifying investor on-boarding and aligning processes with banking standards.

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US Stocks: Boeing sees profit for commercial airplane division in 2027, later than expected
Updated at : 2026-03-17 22:20:02

Boeing expects its commercial airplane ​division to turn a profit in 2027, not this year as previously expected due to higher-than-expected costs of its purchase of parts supplier Spirit AeroSystems, its chief financial ‌officer said ⁠on Tuesday, ⁠in a new setback for the U.S. planemaker.

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US Stocks: Debt investors offloading exposure to software stocks is latest sign of pain
Updated at : 2026-03-17 21:25:02

Investors are offloading software loans in debt vehicles at a discount, in the latest sign of pain in the software industry, which is being upended by AI.

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US Stocks: Boeing shareholders can pursue class action over 737 MAX safety
Updated at : 2026-03-17 21:20:02

A federal judge ​certified a shareholder class action accusing Boeing of concealing safety deficiencies in its 737 MAX planes before two crashes that killed 346 people in 2018 and 2019.

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US Stocks: Qualcomm unveils $20 billion stock buyback program; shares jump 3%
Updated at : 2026-03-17 20:25:02

Smartphone ​chip designer Qualcomm on Tuesday unveiled a $20 ​billion stock buyback program as it looks to take advantage of a steep drop in its share price, ‌which ⁠has been ⁠hit by a global memory supply crunch ​that is expected to slow handset manufacturing.

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US Stocks: Delta Air Lines lifts revenue outlook despite jet fuel hit, shares jump 4%
Updated at : 2026-03-17 20:20:02

Delta Air Lines raised its first-quarter revenue forecast in light of robust travel demand, offsetting a hit from spiking jet fuel costs due to the Middle East war.

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