Shipping data shows that vessel traffic in the Strait of Hormuz slowed over the weekend due to attacks on oil tankers and a lack of progress in US-Iran peace talks.

2026-08-17

Shipping data shows that vessel traffic in the Strait of Hormuz slowed over the weekend due to attacks on oil tankers and a lack of progress in US-Iran peace talks.

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2026-08-17

India's silver imports have restarted after a new licensing regime caused earlier disruption, with some traders and banks obtaining permits subject to special import conditions. Traders imported about 89.81 tons of silver via the India International

2026-08-17

Hong Kong stocks rose at midday; the Hang Seng gained 1.61% to 25,521.99 and the Hang Seng TECH Index climbed 2.01% to 4,802.32, led by strength in semiconductors. Ports & shipping, software development and esports sectors advanced; nonferrous metals