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Wall Street Rises as Oil Prices Retreat Before US Midterm Elections

U.S. stocks gained on November 2 as oil prices dropped on diplomatic hopes, with investors watching the midterms and corporate earnings.

Nov. 2, 2026

OPEC+ kept December production targets unchanged as disrupted Gulf exports and uncertainty over 2027 supply cloud the market.

Nov. 1, 2026

A new review of federal farm initiatives finds more than $15 billion pledged amid high diesel and fertilizer costs before the midterms.

Nov. 1, 2026

India plans talks with whisky producers after disputes over whether bulk Scotch imports qualify for lower duties under the UK trade pact.

Oct. 31, 2026

India extended its duty-free cotton import period through December 31 as mills face firm domestic prices and uncertain output.

Oct. 31, 2026

Analysts forecast Japan will narrowly exceed China's LNG imports in 2026 as Chinese demand weakens and energy prices remain high.

Oct. 30, 2026

Intel shares plunged after a weak revenue outlook and cash-flow warning, triggering declines across global semiconductor stocks.

Oct. 30, 2026

Reliance reported a 40.6% quarterly profit increase, driven by refining and digital operations while retail margins weakened.

Oct. 30, 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves slipped to $719.75 billion, with a decline in gold holdings driving the latest weekly change.

Oct. 30, 2026

India's rupee gained about 1% in October as central bank measures curbed dollar demand despite elevated oil prices.

Oct. 30, 2026