Tag: price
Sri Lanka raises fuel prices by 25 percent as war bites
Regular petrol was increased to 398 rupees ($1.30) per litre, up from 317 rupees, while diesel, the fuel commonly used for public transport, rose by 79 rupees to 382.
Filipinos race to fill tanks ahead of petrol price jump
Fuel costs will tick up between 17 and 24 pesos (29 to 40 US cents) per litre this week, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin told a congressional committee on Monday, as oil prices soared on fears about supplies from the Middle East.
Gold soars towards $5,600 as Trump rattles sabre over Iran
Gold prices soared to a fresh record near $5,600 Thursday, while oil rallied after Donald Trump ramped up geopolitical tensions with his threatened military strike on Iran.
Global coal demand expected to hit record in 2025: IEA
Global coal consumption is expected to hit a record in 2025, the IEA said Wednesday, thanks in part to policy measures introduced by the Trump administration to boost the industry.
Japan to boost rice production after price surge
The Japanese government wants farmers to grow more rice, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced Tuesday, departing from decades of trying to diversify crops after the grain's prices doubled this year.
Japan rice prices double, raising pressure on PM
Rice prices in Japan soared 99.2 percent in June year-on-year, official data showed Friday, piling further pressure on Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba ahead of elections this weekend.
Oil prices jump on report of Israel prepping Iran strike
Crude prices rallied Wednesday following a report that US intelligence suggested Israel was planning a strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, which would send geopolitical tensions into overdrive and fuel regional conflict fears.
Adidas warns US tariffs to push up prices
CEO Bjorn Gulden said Adidas had reduced its exports from China to the United States "to a minimum", but added that the group was still "somewhat exposed to those currently very high tariffs".
Gold price hits record high above $3,500 on rush to safety
Gold has hit a series of record highs in recent weeks as investors seek refuge amid a weakening dollar and following sharp losses across stock markets.
Trump signs order aimed at lowering drug prices
This (order) will provide meaningful relief to seniors and low income individuals who depend on insulin and many, many more, a White House official told reporters
