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US, Iran back in talks after Trump rejects ceasefire

IN · 2026-09-29

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Key takeaway

US-Iran ceasefire talks resume, aiming to end a seven-month conflict.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerUS and Iran resume ceasefire negotiations, but conflict remains unresolved.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onOngoing conflict keeps risk premiums and insurance costs high for oil and LNG shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onElevated shipping and fuel costs sustain higher input prices for Indian SMEs reliant on imported fuel or raw materials.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youIndian SMEs with significant exposure to fuel or imported inputs face margin pressure and should delay bulk purchases until geopolitical risk subsides.

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Source: Economic Times Top Stories

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