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The shift from a discount to a premium on Russian oil imports to India increases overall oil import costs, pushing crude oil prices higher.
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In March 2026, Russia's share of oil imports to India increased notably, but the typical discount on Russian oil reversed into a price premium. This change raises India's energy import costs, impacting fuel prices and trade balances amid weak economic growth. The shift challenges India's strategy of relying on discounted Russian oil and may affect its broader energy sourcing decisions.