UAE’s OPEC Exit Could Erode Cartel's Cohesion

The UAE stayed in OPEC for six decades. It took one strategic pivot and $150 billion in capacity investment to end that relationship. The consequences for global oil supply and pricing could be far-reaching.

G. Chandrashekhar

May 5, 2026 at 8:53 AM IST

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The Morning Edge

Asia Mixed With Cautious Risk-on as Oil Steadies, Hormuz Tensions Ease

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Richard Fargose

May 4, 2026 at 1:18 AM IST

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The UAE Didn’t Quit OPEC Because of the War

The conflict has merely reduced the immediate political cost of doing what MBZ has wanted to for many years.

Bobby Ghosh

April 30, 2026 at 10:36 AM IST

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Market Wrap

Benchmarks Rise on Earnings Boost Despite Oil Above $114

An end-of-day recap of all that transpired in the Indian markets, highlighting the major price movements and the factors driving them

Dehuti Jani

April 29, 2026 at 11:36 AM IST

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Opinion

India’s Market Rally Masks Rupee Stress and a Deeper Policy Drift

Equity exuberance is obscuring currency weakness and rising external risks, as policy complacency risks amplifying shocks in an already fragile global setting.

R. Gurumurthy

April 29, 2026 at 6:16 AM IST

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The Morning Edge

Oil Surge and Policy Uncertainty Keep Asian Markets on Edge

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Richard Fargose

Dehuti Jani

April 29, 2026 at 2:03 AM IST

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UAE to Exit OPEC, Citing Strategic Shift in Energy Policy

BasisPoint Insight

April 28, 2026 at 2:53 PM IST

The Morning Edge

Asian Equities Sink as Energy Infrastructure Threats Rattle Investors

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Richard Fargose

March 23, 2026 at 1:52 AM IST

The Morning Edge

Risk Appetite Wavers After Nvidia Slide and Iran Talks Stall

Here’s your quick read to start the day: a chatty, no-fuss look at overnight moves, the big story, what’s on the docket, and the tickers you need to watch.

Richard Fargose

February 27, 2026 at 1:37 AM IST

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The Morning Edge

Asia Turns Risk-On as US Tariff Cut Lifts Korea Autos Despite Crypto Drag

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Richard Fargose

December 2, 2025 at 1:42 AM IST

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The Morning Edge

Trump Urges Fed for Larger Rate Cut; US and China Reach TikTok Framework Agreement

Here’s your quick read to start the day: a chatty, no-fuss look at overnight moves, the big story, what’s on the docket, and the tickers you need to watch.

Richard Fargose

September 16, 2025 at 1:42 AM IST

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The Morning Edge

Asian Equities Gain on Fed Cut Bets, but Global Political Risks Keep Markets Cautious

Here’s your quick read to start the day: a chatty, no-fuss look at overnight moves, the big story, what’s on the docket, and the tickers you need to watch.

Richard Fargose

September 9, 2025 at 1:58 AM IST

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Asian Stocks Slide as Soft Jobs Data, Trump Tariffs and OPEC+ Weigh on Mood

Here’s your quick read to start the day: a chatty, no-fuss look at overnight moves, the big story, what’s on the docket, and the tickers you need to watch.

Richard Fargose

August 4, 2025 at 1:40 AM IST

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The Morning Edge: Trump Tariffs, OPEC+ Output Hike

A newsletter designed to prepare you for the day, offering a concise summary of overnight developments and key events ahead that could influence your workday.

Richard Fargose

March 4, 2025 at 1:47 AM IST

The Bureau

Benchmarks End Lower, Post Monthly Losses Amid US-Iran Uncertainty

India Cuts Monsoon Rain Forecast to 90%

RBI Says Bond Yields May Face Upward Pressure If Global Easing Stalls

Cash Growth Outpaces Economy as Currency in Circulation Rises Nearly 12%

Large-Ticket Frauds Drive Sharp Rise in Bank Fraud Value Despite Fewer Cases: RBI Report

RBI to Sharpen Focus on Neutral Rate in Wider Policy Modelling Push

RBI to Transfer Record ₹2.87 Trillion Surplus To Govt, CRB Buffer Set Lower at 6.5%

Flawed Design, Poor Planning Make Extreme Heat Conditions Worse For Indian Cities

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