Oil prices rebound from a 1-year low, but they’re still headed for significant weekly losses

Oil prices rebounded from a one-year low on Friday as traders bought into severely discounted markets, but they were still headed for steep losses this week as the outlook for petroleum consumption was weakened by growing recession fears and rising interest rates. The U.S.-Canada Keystone pipeline was shut down after a spill in Kansas, but…

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IFSC: RBI action to increase gold contracts’ liquidity

The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to permit Indian companies to hedge their gold price risk on recognized exchanges in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) will increase liquidity in bullion derivatives traded on the NSE International Financial Service Center and the India International Exchange, both of which are promoted by the BSE. Additionally, the…

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Today’s Gold Prices: Experts anticipate a little increase in the price of the yellow metal; purchase on declines

Gold prices edged up on December 5 in the international markets and hovered near the key $ 1,800 level, as a softer U.S. dollar made the greenback-priced bullion cheaper for buyers holding other currencies. spot gold increased 0.1 percent to $1,800.02 per ounce. In the previous session, prices rose to $1,804.46—their highest level since August 10. At…

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Commodity participants argue against or for a lower transaction tax

The commodities transaction tax (CTT) has been asked to be totally eliminated or reduced in the upcoming budget, according to the Commodity Participants Association of India (CPAI). The CPAI has additionally asked the Finance Minister to put this recommendation into effect for at least two years. The sector (the commodities derivatives market), which has zero…

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