Oil prices dipped Friday amid doubts about US sanctions on Russia’s top oil firms. Brent and US crude futures saw declines after initial gains. These sanctions aim to pressure Russia over the Ukraine war. Chinese and Indian refiners are expected to reduce Russian oil purchases. OPEC stated readiness to cover any market shortages.
Axis Bank shares rise 2% as lender set to invest Rs 1,500 crore into NBFC arm Axis Finance
Axis Bank shares gained after the lender approved a Rs 1,500 crore capital infusion into its NBFC arm, Axis Finance. The move follows a pause