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Butane’s Perfect Storm Sends Prices to Decade Highs

Butane prices are surging across the world. Northwest European November butane prices have reached $1,125/t by early November, their highest level in 30 years, having exceeded even the peaks following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In Asia, the AFEI butane index stood at $1,180/t on November 3. US butane Belvieu prices have climbed to a 14-year high $920/t. This surge in prices reflects several…

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Muthoot-backed Asia Asset Finance delivers 110% growth in first-half profit

Asia Asset Finance PLC (AAF), a subsidiary of Muthoot Finance Limited and a member of the Muthoot Group, recorded a 110% year-on-year increase in Profit After Tax (PAT) to Rs.

  • Asia Asset Finance profits surge 110% in H1 2026
  • CEO cites cost controls, digitalisation, strategic asset allocation
  • Total assets up 24% to Rs. 66.63 billion, net loans at Rs. 51.88 billion

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