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Caracas-based Venezuela IBC Index skyrocketed 50% on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, following the US capture of President Nicolas Maduro, extending a rally with 87% gains in two January sessions. The surge reflects optimism over potential political stability, improved oil exports, and a $2 billion crude deal with the US announced by Trump.
Following the US capture of Nicolas Maduro, President Donald Trump revealed that Venezuela’s interim authorities will deliver 30-50 million barrels of high-quality sanctioned crude to America. The oil will be sold at market rates, with proceeds managed by the US to aid citizens of both nations. Energy Secretary Chris Wright is tasked with immediate execution via storage ships. The news triggered a
Analysts observe that US sanctions on Venezuela reduce bilateral trade with India, notably crude oil imports, but Indian companies retain upstream interests and resilience through diversification and partnerships.
Following the US military’s daring Operation Absolute Resolve on January 3, 2026, which captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife from Caracas, China has vehemently condemned the action as a violation of sovereignty and international law. With over $105 billion in loans and aid tied to oil supplies since 2006, Beijing faces significant financial uncertainty as political upheaval th
As the US attacked Venezuela and captured its leader the world gold and silver prices are skyrocketing, the same is reflected in the local market as well. Here are today’s gold and silver rates in Chennai.
The US military action capturing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has sparked geopolitical concerns, but Bajaj Auto clarified exports to Venezuela constitute less than 1% of total overseas shipments, with popular models like Pulsar and Boxer minimally affected.
The US military action in Venezuela has raised short-term sentiment concerns in global oil markets due to the country’s vast reserves. However, state-owned PDVSA reports normal production and refining, with no damage to key facilities. Pre-existing US sanctions already limited Venezuela’s exports, capping disruptions. Analyst Arne Lohmann Rasmussen predicts Brent crude may rise only $1-2 initially
On January 3, 2026, US forces executed “Operation Absolute Resolve,” capturing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores in Caracas using elite Delta Force and over 150 aircraft. Trump ordered the strike at 10:46 PM ET January 2, with explosions reported 2-2:30 AM local time targeting Fuerte Tiuna and other sites. Trump stated US firms will invest billions in Venezuela, deployed “b
Following the capture of Nicolas Maduro, President Donald Trump announced the US oil embargo on Venezuela remains fully enforced, with American troops deployed solely to safeguard energy assets, not govern the country. Trump stated US officials Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth, Dan Caine will manage operations during transition. Rubio has engaged Venezuela’s VP for reforms. Trump dismissed opposition lea
US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that a US operation successfully captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, flying them out of the country after a “large scale strike”. The announcement follows explosions in Caracas near military sites, with Trump calling it a “brilliant operation” planned with US law enforcement.
