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The Strait of Hormuz isn’t just an oil route: it’s a lifeline for the global economy. A shutdown could disrupt up to $2–2.3 billion worth of oil every single day, sending shockwaves through supply chains worldwide. From aviation and shipping to plastics, chemicals and even fertilisers, the ripple effects would hit multiple industries. With nearly 30% of global fertiliser trade also passing through this narrow corridor, the fallout could stretch far beyond energy markets.


Iran War: When Hormuz Stops, World Pays the Price 

Global energy markets are under intense pressure as disruptions threaten up to 400 million barrels of oil supply. Key oil fields, ports, and terminals have reportedly been targeted, raising concerns over supply stability. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil flow, remains under threat, making markets increasingly volatile. Analysts warn this could trigger sustained high prices and wider economic ripple effects if the situation escalates further.


Inside the Biggest Energy Shock Ever

The Indian Rupee’s fall is not a short-term event; it's a long-term trend now hitting a fresh extreme. From near parity in 1947, the Rupee moved to 4.76 Rupees in the 1950s, weakened to around 24 Rupees during the 1991 crisis, and crossed 60 rupees in 2013.

India Rupee Slide: From 1947 to 2026 

India has aggressively increased Russian oil purchases in March 2026. The country bought roughly 30 million barrels of oil from Moscow following West Asia disruptions caused by the US-Iran war. That comes after a temporary US waiver.


Hormuz Crisis Drives India to Binge on Russian Oil

Central banks are once again flirting with rate hikes, and as a result markets bet on fresh turmoil. Memories of the 2022 inflation battle are clearly still fresh. Yet talking about rate rises is one thing, delivering them is quite another, and they could win the ‘wrong’ inflation fight. In this next report, we decode how the bar for rate hikes is higher than what markets are betting on.


Investors on Edge as Central Banks Flirt With Rate Hikes

The US has allowed the sale of Iranian oil at sea in its latest effort to counter rising oil prices due to the escalating West Asia war. The treasury department waived sanctions on Iranian oil that have already been loaded onto tankers through to April 19th. This measure follows similar decision on Russian oil on the water.


Can Iranian Oil Offset the Oil Supply Deficit?

The 2026 Iran war has severely aggravated Pakistan’s fragile economy, driving fuel prices to record highs and increasing inflation due to disrupted energy supplies. Rising global oil prices, surpassing 100 dollars per barrel, have caused Pakistan’s import bill to surge.


Iran War Severely Aggravates Pakistan’s Fragile Economy

India has adopted a calibrated response to its ongoing LPG shortage, moving from emergency cuts to controlled restoration. The centre has increased LPG allocation to states to 50 percent of pre-crisis levels, with an additional 20 percent supply being released in this phase.


India Rations LPG as Supply Crisis Continues 

It was a Sea of Red once again across markets and asset classes. Markets have been stress-tested since the Iran war broke out three weeks ago. Now there is more escalation. US Officials signaled sending hundreds of Marines to West Asia to seize Iran’s Kharg Island oil export hub. Brent crude was around 110 dollars a barrel, suggesting it is no longer a temporary spike. The situation in the bond market is more concerning than what is happening with oil prices.


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Asia refiners have asked Saudi Arabia to change the way it prices crude, after the West Asia war has disrupted the traditional system. A Bloomberg report quoting traders showed the talks with Saudi Aramco were ongoing. But trades said the discussions may now be successful.


Asian Buyers Ask Saudi to Change Oil Pricing Peg to Brent 

China has been preparing for a global energy crisis for years. It is paying off now amid an escalating Iran war, which has pushed global crude prices significantly higher. In this next report we decode China's planning and diversification of energy sources.
Take a look.

China Playing the Long Game Amid the Iran War

The developing world is feeling the effects of the West Asia war. The historic energy crisis is likely to cause few emerging economies to seek further assistance, or tweak the existing bailout programs from the international monetary fund.


Energy Crisis: Vulnerable Countries Face Funding Risk

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown the maritime market into disarray.
The problem lies in how to calculate the cost of hiring an oil tanker when the trade route used to calculate benchmark prices is shut down.


Oil Tanker Market’s Key Rate Thrown Into Chaos

As the gulf fallout sends shockwaves through global energy markets, governments across the world are scrambling to protect their economies from severe fuel shortages. Here’s your visual guide to how the world is responding to the global energy crisis.
Take a look.


How Nations Are Shielding Fuel Supply

Fuel prices are surging worldwide as crude oil climbs above critical levels amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Nearly 20 percent of global oil supply faces disruption risks through the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a broad-based energy shock.


Global Energy Shock Begins Hitting Consumers

Wall Street closed sharply lower on Friday, with benchmarks posting steep losses as inflation fears intensified and geopolitical tensions escalated. Tech giants led the decline, while small-cap stocks confirmed a correction. Investors now brace for continued volatility amid rising oil prices and uncertainty over the federal reserve’s next move.
Take a look at this next report for more.

Stocks Sink as Inflation Fears Surge Again

The US Federal Reserve failed to offer any real guidance to the market, setting the script for other central banks to follow. The result is that oil prices now stay firmly in the driver’s seat, as the escalating Iran war clouds the outlook.


Central Banks Leave Oil in Driver's Seat

The Iran war has boosted oil and gas prices in recent weeks, raising concerns among economists that a US Recession may be coming if energy costs remain elevated for an extended period. We decode that and more in this next report.


US Recession Alert: Higher Chances This Year 

The Red Sea has become the desperate focus of global energy markets as the Strait of Hormuz remains under an effective blockade. While the Saudi port of Yanbu and the Red Sea offer a bypass via the east-west petroline, this "safety valve" is reaching its breaking point.


Hormuz Crisis: Can The Red Sea Be An Alternative For Hormuz? 

The war in Iran is taking a heavy toll on everyday life and nowhere is it more visible than in Tehran’s iconic grand bazaar. Shops are shuttered, prices are soaring, and families are skipping the traditional Nowruz and Eid shopping.


West Asia War Hits Tehran’s Heart of Trade

The price of oil and natural gas soared, as escalating attacks in the Persian Gulf caused long-term damage to major energy facilities. The third week of the war is already reshaping the global energy market for years to come.
Qatar said Iran strike damage to its key gas plant will take years to repair.

Historic Divergence: Oil Prices Across Regions

A massive global energy shock is rippling across economies after Iran’s move to shut down the Strait of Hormuz, a route that carries nearly 20% of the world’s oil and LNG supply. With crude prices surging past 100 dollars a barrel, governments are now scrambling to rethink energy security, diversify supplies, and accelerate the shift away from fossil fuels.


Hormuz Crisis Triggers Global Energy Shock 

India has escalated its energy security response amid the ongoing West Asia fallout.
In a significant move, the government has now classified energy data as a national security matter, mandating real-time disclosures across the oil and gas chain. This comes even as officials admit the war is impacting supplies, but insist there’s no price hike yet. So what’s really happening on the ground?

India Tightens Grip on Oil, Gas Data

The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates on hold, even as rising geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran war complicate its economic outlook.

The central bank continues to project 0.25 percent rate cuts in both 2026 and 2027, balancing inflation risks driven by higher energy prices against a cooling labour market.

With oil prices rising and global uncertainty increasing, policymakers face a more complex path as they attempt to manage inflation without weakening growth further.

US-Iran War: Fed Keeps Rates on Hold, with One Dissenter | World Business Watch

New data on global arms exports highlights how defence industries continue to shape geopolitical power.

The United States remains the dominant player by a wide margin, while France, Russia and China continue to be key exporters in the global weapons market.

The distribution of arms exports reflects broader strategic influence, with major powers using defence trade to strengthen alliances and expand their global footprint.

Global Arms Trade: Who Holds the Power | World Business Watch

As geopolitical tensions in West Asia escalate, the traditional “safe haven” hierarchy is facing fresh scrutiny.

Assets like gold and the US dollar, long seen as stable during crises, are witnessing volatility amid the ongoing Iran war. In contrast, Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market are gaining attention as a borderless, 24/7 alternative for investors.

The shift raises a key question: are digital assets beginning to act as a new form of “safe haven”, or is their volatility still too high to replace traditional options?

US-Iran War: Are Cryptos Emerging as a Safe Haven Asset? | World Business Watch