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Russian Crude Helps Shield India from Global Oil Price Shock, Says Analyst Rudenko
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 05:17 AM
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Andrey Rudenko says Russian crude imports have softened the impact of recent oil price spikes on India’s market.
India’s oil market has been under pressure as global crude prices surged in recent weeks, prompting concerns over inflation and fiscal strain. The country, which imports more than 80% of its oil needs, has been seeking stable supply sources to mitigate the volatility.
Andrey Rudenko, a senior official familiar with Russia’s energy exports, told The Economic Times that Russian crude has acted as a buffer for India, easing the shock of higher prices. He noted that continued shipments from Russia have provided a reliable alternative to more expensive Western grades.
Analysts suggest that this cushioning effect supports India’s energy security and could help keep domestic fuel prices from rising sharply, at least in the short term. The statement underscores the strategic role of Russian oil in India’s import basket amid a turbulent global market.
Andrey Rudenko, a senior official familiar with Russia’s energy exports, told The Economic Times that Russian crude has acted as a buffer for India, easing the shock of higher prices. He noted that continued shipments from Russia have provided a reliable alternative to more expensive Western grades.
Analysts suggest that this cushioning effect supports India’s energy security and could help keep domestic fuel prices from rising sharply, at least in the short term. The statement underscores the strategic role of Russian oil in India’s import basket amid a turbulent global market.