IndiGo’s worst operational meltdown led to thousands of cancellations, rising costs and reputational strain, but HSBC says the airline’s long-term fundamentals remain intact. The brokerage cut its target price but kept a ‘Buy’ rating, arguing that despite new pilot-duty rules and short-term disruptions, IndiGo’s cost advantage and market position are unchanged as operations begin to stabilise.
Oil Price Today (August 26): Crude oil tanks 6% in two days to hover near $85. What’s behind the decline?
Brent crude futures were down $2.35, or 2.65%, at $86 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures fell $1.94, or 2.36%, to $80.42.