Shares of Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), India’s largest insurer, surged 3% to Rs 1,159.60 on the BSE after reporting a Q1 net profit of Rs 10,544 crore for the quarter ended June 2024, a 9% increase year-on-year. Net premium income rose 16% YoY to Rs 1.14 lakh crore.
Oil falls as Trump downplays prospect of escalation with Iran
Oil prices fell due to President Trump’s announcement regarding US military action against Iran, easing supply concerns. Brent crude futures dropped to $92.33 per barrel