The Houthi rebels are expanding their role in the West Asia conflict by targeting Saudi oil tankers and tightening their maritime blockade in the Red Sea. Yemeni authorities accuse the Iran-backed group of copying Tehran's strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.

With attacks on energy infrastructure, threats to global shipping, and reports that the Houthis may seek to charge vessels for safe passage, concerns are growing over the security of one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes.

Houthis Copy Iran’s Strategy? Red Sea Blockade Threatens Global Shipping

A helicopter belonging to Saudi ​oil giant Aramco (2222.SE), opens new tab crashed on Sunday ‌in Ras Tanura on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast on the Gulf, west of the Strait of ​Hormuz, killing 14 nationals, the state ​news agency reported, adding that the ⁠cause was unknown.
Aramco had resumed crude oil loadings ​on Friday at its Ras Tanura terminal ​in the Gulf after they were halted for nearly four months.

Saudi Arabia: Deadly Aramco helicopter crash kills 14, probe underway 

Saudi Arabia’s Aramco , ​the world’s top oil exporter, said ⁠on Tuesday (March 10, 2026) that there would be “catastrophic consequences” for the world’s oil markets if the Iran war continues to disrupt ‌shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.


Aramco Warns of Severe Oil Impact if Strait of Hormuz Shipping Halt Continues |

As the Iran conflict enters its second week, global energy markets are under intense pressure and analysts are warning of further oil price spikes due to potential supply disruptions. Shares of Saudi Arabia’s oil giant, Saudi Aramco, surged on Sunday - marking their biggest rise since April 2023 - as investors reacted to fears that oil flows could be interrupted by the escalating war and supply routes around the Strait of Hormuz. Aramco’s stock climbed as much as 4.9 %, before settling with strong gains, while Brent crude topped $90 per barrel amid broader market volatility.

Iran War Roils Energy Markets: Saudi Aramco Shares Jump the Most Since April 2023

Shares of Saudi Aramco surged after global oil benchmark Brent Crude climbed above $90 per barrel, driven by rising geopolitical tensions and fears of supply disruptions. The rally in oil prices boosted energy stocks across global markets, with investors closely watching developments in the Middle East and their potential impact on crude supply and shipping routes.


Saudi Aramco Shares Jump After Brent's Surge Beyond $90/ Barrel

The potential divestment of Aramco's non-core assets comes as the company navigates lower oil prices, shrinking profits, and rising fiscal demands from the Saudi government, which owns more than 81 per cent of the company.

Aramco eyes $4 billion from stake sales amid fiscal tightening

Saudi Aramco is expanding its investments in China as part of a strategic push to transform more of its crude oil into chemicals. This move is set to include additional investments in chemical plants in China this year and next.

Saudi Aramco targets more chemical plants in China

The Saudi state oil firm's stock has fallen this year. That is in contrast to some major oil-producing companies whose shares have risen to new record highs. Watch in for more details!

Aramco investors miss out on oil stocks rally

Saudi Arabia's sale of shares in oil giant aramco has garnered significant demand, surpassing the stock on offer within hours of its initiation. The deal, anticipated to raise up to $13.1 billion, serves as a pivotal test of international interest in the kingdom's assets. Scheduled to conclude institutional orders by Thursday, pricing of shares will ensue the following day, with trading expected to commence on Riyadh's Saudi exchange the subsequent Sunday.

Solid demand for Aramco's $12 billion stock offer

Oil major Saudi Aramco has finalised the acquisition of a 40% stake in gas & oil Pakistan, marking its entry into Pakistan's downstream fuel sector.

Saudi Aramco's acquisition spree

Saudi Arabia is preparing to launch a major share sale in its state-owned energy giant, Aramco, potentially raising around $10 billion, Reuters reported citing sources familiar with the matter.

Saudi Arabia eyes multi-billion-dollar Aramco share sale in June

Energy giant Aramco, the world's largest oil producer by volume, is reportedly planning a multi-billion dollar share sale as early as June. This offering could raise up to $10 billion and become one of the Saudi's biggest stock deals.

Aramco sale to fuel Saudi diversification

Aramco raised its dividend despite falling output and oil prices. The $31 billion payout gives a financial boost to Saudi Arabia while its budget deficit continues to grow.

Aramco's $31 bn boon for Saudi budget

Intending to advance its ambitious economic reform agenda, Saudi Arabia has doubled down on its sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund (PIF). The kingdom transferred an 8 per cent stake in the oil giant Aramco to PIF, valued at approximately $163.

Saudi Arabia boosts sovereign wealth fund, transfers 8 pc stake in Aramco worth $163.6 bn

Saudi Arabia's sovereign fund has got a big boost from its state-owned oil firm Aramco. The oil-rich kingdom has transferred an 8% stake in Aramco to the Public Investment Fund or PIF . This comes at a time when the kingdom reorganizes its holdings to boost the sovereign wealth fund.

Kingdom transfers 8% stake in Aramco to public investment fund

Nvidia is now the third most valuable firm in the world, surpassing Saudi Aramco in market value. It is just behind Apple and Microsoft. This marks another milestone for the chipmaker.

Nvidia leaps Aramco to be in top 3 list, claims another milestone

Saudi Aramco buys a portion of fuel retailer gas & oil Pakistan Ltd. That marks its entry into the South Asian country.

Saudi Aramco enters Pakistan | World Business Watch

The United States reportedly forced a Saudi-backed fund to disinvest from a major Artificial Intelligence (AI) chip startup backed by OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman.

US forces Saudi-backed fund to exit Sam Altman’s AI startup amid tech-transfer concerns

Saudi Arabia's premier oil company, Aramco, has recorded a dramatic 39 per cent drop in profits for the second quarter, ending on June 30. In its recent report, Aramco revealed a net profit of $30.

Saudi Aramco profits plunge 39% amid oil price tussle

Saudi Aramco's plans for the mega IPO of its energy-trading business have been postponed, as the state-controlled oil giant slows down preparations. The IPO, expected to be one of the world's largest, is now likely to be delayed until next year unless market conditions improve. The company earnings took a hit, with a 19% decline attributed to falling oil prices. The company reported a net income of $31.9 billion, down from $39.5 billion the previous year.

Saudi Aramco's mega IPO plan postponed

Apple may have briefly been overtaken by Saudi Aramco as the world's most valuable company before clawing back to that position. But Aramco seems like a more attractive stock for shareholder returns and the reason for that is dividends!

Saudi Aramco's dividends to jump to $20 bn

The Saudi Arabian oil company Aramco on Sunday announced its full-year 2022 financial results, reporting a record net income of $161.1 billion. This is its highest annual profit as a listed company.

Saudi oil giant Aramco's annual profit soars to record high in 2022

The Capital Market Authority said on Thursday that Saudi Arabia's stock market regulator has given the go-ahead for Luberef, a base oil subsidiary of the world's largest oil company Aramco, to conduct an IPO.

Saudi Aramco's Luberef gets regulator nod for initial public offering

Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil giant Aramco has decided to raise prices for the US market again. Molly Gambhir tells you more about the intensifying battle over oil supplies.

Gravitas: Saudi Arabia hikes oil prices for US buyers

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