Few had heard of the crude oil-derived chemical until recently, but shortages caused by the blockade of the strait of Hormuz have led to a spike in concern

Few had heard of the crude oil-derived chemical until recently, but shortages caused by the blockade of the strait of Hormuz have led to a spike in concern

Little-known oil product at the heart of a supply crunch grips public attention as Middle East turmoil pushes up prices and rattles Japan’s economy

Japan's economic outlook is facing growing uncertainty as elevated global oil prices and instability in the Middle East continue to fuel inflation and weigh on domestic demand,…