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Oil extends losses on easing Middle East tension, demand concerns

LONDON, Apr 18 (Reuters): Oil prices fell to a three-week low on Thursday, extending losses on hopes of easing tensions in the key producing region of the Middle East, while investors turned their focus to a bleaker demand picture.Brent futures were down 60 cents, or 0.7 per cent, at $86.69...

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US wheat farmers face bleak crop economics as grain oversupply hits

WASHINGTON, Apr 18 (Reuters): Profit is growing further out of reach for US wheat farmers and many do not expect to break even in 2024 as ample global supply keeps prices around their lowest in nearly four years at the same time costs including equipment and transport remain high.The current...

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Dubai Airports reopens check-in procedures at Terminal 3 for Emirates and flydubai

DUBAI, Apr 18 (Gulf News): Dubai Airports, on Thursday, announced the reopening of check-in procedures at Terminal 3 for Dubai headquartered airlines Emirates and flydubai.In a recent update regarding airport and flight operations, Dubai Airports has announced that the departure hall at Terminal 3 is experiencing a significant influx of...

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Gold gains on weaker dollar, political tensions

SINGAPORE, Apr 18 (Reuters): Gold prices rose on Thursday on a weaker US dollar and as investors sought a safe-haven on fears the Middle East conflict could widen, dampening headwinds from the prospect of fewer US rate cuts this year.Spot gold was up 0.9 per cent at $2,382.27 per ounce...

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