Oil prices have plummeted to their lowest point in 14 months, with Brent Crude hovering around $72 per barrel and US WTI dipping below $70. Concerns over economic conditions in major consumers like the US and China are casting a shadow on the outlook for oil demand. Despite this, a report from Yes Securities suggests that prices could stay within the $70-77 range throughout FY25/26, buoyed by India’s consistently strong demand for oil.
Mutual fund NFOs: 6 new funds to open for subscription this week; ICICI Prudential MF to launch 3 life cycle funds
Around six new mutual fund schemes will open for subscription between August 24 and August 28. The upcoming launches include three target-date life cycle funds