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Indian stock markets opened on a subdued note on Wednesday, mirroring the cautious mood across global bourses. The Sensex shed 69.84 points to 75,940, while the Nifty slipped 23.10 points to 23,890,...
A cautious mood prevailed on Dalal Street as investors digested rising crude-oil prices and fresh geopolitical concerns. The Sensex shed nearly 480 points to close at 76,009, while the Nifty settled...
Indian equities opened on a firm note on Monday after diplomatic signals indicated progress in talks between the United States and Iran. The Sensex climbed 720 points to settle above 76,100, while...
Indian stock markets enter a high-stakes week shaped by escalating Iran-US friction, surging crude prices, and a packed calendar of domestic economic releases. With Tehran preparing to unveil fresh...
In a move that's more symbolic than substantial, petrol and diesel prices have edged up by Rs 3 per litre, even as state-run oil firms bleed Rs 1,000 crore daily due to skyrocketing global crude...
Indian equity markets closed deep in the red on Friday, halting a brief two-day rally as traders locked in profits triggered by dismal global cues, skyrocketing crude prices, and the rupee hitting...
In a strategic bid to safeguard its external balances, the Indian government has hiked gold import duties (including cess) to 15% from 6%, potentially trimming the current account deficit by up to 23...
India's wholesale inflation roared back with a vengeance in April, hitting 8.3 percent year-on-year—more than doubling from March's tame 3.88 percent. The industry chamber blames it on a brutal rally...
India's wholesale inflation has exploded to 8.3 percent in April, a stark jump from March's modest 3.88 percent, courtesy of skyrocketing crude oil costs. The Commerce Ministry's Thursday release...
The Indian equity benchmarks opened on a high Thursday morning, driven by robust performances in pharmaceutical and metal sectors. By 9:20 AM, Sensex was up 354 points (0.48%) at 74,963, and Nifty...
In a surprising turn for bullion markets, gold and silver prices have nosedived over the past seven days in India. The India Bullion and Jewellers Association data reveals 24-carat gold shedding...
Buoyed by encouraging international cues, India's benchmark indices opened higher on Wednesday morning. By 9:18 AM, Sensex was up 306 points (0.40%) at 77,193, and Nifty surged 88 points (0.33%) to...
Indian equities kicked off Tuesday on a weak note amid a sharp rally in global crude prices, now hovering near $110 a barrel. By 9:17 AM, benchmark Sensex shed 203 points (0.25%) to stand at 77,099,...
Indian equities face a make-or-break week, influenced by a cocktail of international events and local disclosures. Top of the agenda: the US Fed's rate decision, Q4 earnings deluge, Iran-US...
Geopolitical jitters from rising US-Iran conflict in the Middle East and spiking crude prices triggered a brutal sell-off in Indian equities, marking the third straight day of losses on Friday. The...
Indian stock markets extended their losing streak into the third day, with the Sensex slipping below the psychologically crucial 77,000 mark amid relentless selling. By midday Friday, the index was...
Indian equities opened lower on Friday amid weak international signals, with high crude prices adding pressure on sentiment. Sensex declined 180.20 points (0.23%) to 77,483.80, and Nifty fell 72.50...
A wave of optimism swept through Indian equities on Tuesday, pushing the Sensex higher by over 660 points in midday trade. The benchmark index stood at 79,180, up 0.84%, with Nifty not far behind at...
Indian benchmarks delivered blockbuster gains last week, but the real test comes now. US-Iran talks wrapping up without resolution have heightened uncertainties, as markets digest potential...
The Indian rupee kicked off Friday on a high note, appreciating by about 10 paise against the dollar in a move tied closely to the impending RBI deadline. Banks face pressure to close out their...
Next week promises to be a high-stakes period for India's equity markets, where the shadow of Middle Eastern conflicts, a weakening rupee, and skyrocketing crude prices will likely steer the Sensex...
West Asia's brewing storm is fueling nightmares for the airline sector, with United Airlines sounding the alarm on skyrocketing crude prices. CEO Scott Kirby's internal memo paints a grim picture:...
West Asia's brewing storm is fueling nightmares for global energy markets. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby dropped a bombshell in a staff memo: crude prices might climb to $175 per barrel if...
Amid rising global crude prices, India's government delivered good news for regular fuel users: no price hikes on standard petrol. Premium fuels, making up just 3-4% of the market, bore the brunt...
Indian equities are staging a powerful comeback on Friday, propelled by easing oil prices and hints of calm in West Asia. At 12 PM, Sensex was up 728 points (1%) at 74,935, and Nifty advanced 236...
In a stark reflection of global geopolitical strains, the Indian rupee plummeted to an unprecedented 92.634 per US dollar on Wednesday, eclipsing its prior nadir of 92.4750. This was the first...
Indian equities continued their upward trajectory for the third consecutive session, driven by robust IT sector gains and softer oil prices. The benchmark Sensex has cumulatively advanced around...
Precious metals took a hit in Mumbai on Monday, as silver prices cratered by more than ₹3,400 and gold softened ahead of the crucial US Federal Reserve policy review. The downturn erased recent...
Indian equities kicked off the week on a subdued note Monday, with benchmark indices showing minimal movement against a backdrop of frail international cues. Sensex declined by 148 points or 0.20% to...
Indian stock markets are heading into a high-stakes week, where the shadows of the US-Israel-Iran war, skyrocketing crude prices, FII flows, and the Federal Reserve's rate outlook will steer the...
Geopolitical flames in the Middle East ignited a fire sale in Indian equities, sending the Sensex reeling 1,097 points lower to 78,918.90—a 1.37% loss. The Nifty mirrored the pain, slipping 315.45...
Escalating oil prices triggered by Israel-Iran hostilities are set to dent profits for Indian companies, with input costs surging across industries. Kotak Institutional Equities' latest report flags...
Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are casting a long shadow over Indian companies' bottom lines. According to Kotak Institutional Equities, if the Israel-Iran standoff extends...
Escalating hostilities in the Middle East have triggered a historic slump in the Indian rupee, which crossed the psychologically critical 92 level against the dollar for the first time on Wednesday....
Indian equities braced for impact as the Sensex nosedived around 1,500 points on Wednesday, vaporizing ₹12 lakh crore in market value amid a perfect storm of global and domestic pressures. At 12:40...
Tensions in the Gulf have reached a boiling point with the intensifying Israel-Iran-US war, casting a long shadow over crude oil shipments from the region. Experts highlighted on Sunday that...
In a session marked by global jitters, India's benchmark indices opened flat on Friday, with defense and banking heavyweights stepping up to cushion the downside. The Sensex was down just 17 points...
In a dramatic reversal, Indian equities surrendered recent gains on Thursday, closing sharply lower amid global headwinds. The benchmark Sensex cratered by 1,236 points (1.48%) to 82,498.14, while...
Indian stock markets kicked off the week on a flat note, buoyed by buying in pharmaceutical shares despite uncertain global cues. Early trade saw Sensex at 82,605, down just 21 points, and Nifty at...
In a landscape of oversupply and sluggish demand, crude oil prices are set to remain below $70 per barrel for the foreseeable future. MK Wealth Management's latest analysis reveals that while...
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has launched a sharp attack on the Centre, highlighting a glaring mismatch between global oil prices and domestic fuel rates. Using government data, he noted that...
The Centre’s decision to slash excise duty on petrol and diesel from 27 March 2026 has resulted in a Rs 30,000 crore revenue shortfall for the current fiscal year. Policymakers opted to shield...
Patna: RJD national working president Tejashwi Yadav has slammed the Modi government for yet another round of fuel price increases, claiming that the common people will soon face crushing inflation....
A Rs 3 per litre hike in petrol and diesel prices announced Friday has experts predicting a boom in renewable energy investments and supply chain diversification, amid soaring global crude rates....
Tensions in the Middle East are sending shockwaves through India's economy, and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi isn't holding back. He has publicly rebuked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for staying mum as...
Global crude benchmarks steadied Tuesday with modest gains, paring back Monday's frenzied 10% surge triggered by Iran-West Asia conflict escalation and threats to the vital Strait of Hormuz oil...
Following a period of recovery, air passenger traffic in India experienced a decline in June, according to recent data. After the end of the India-Pakistan hostilities, domestic air travel saw a...
Speaking to IANS, BPCL Marketing Director Sukhmal Kumar Jain addressed growing public anxiety over fuel supplies, clarifying that India is not facing any shortage of petrol or diesel. He explained...
Indian equities ended the week in the red, hammered by a perfect storm of geopolitical flare-ups in the Middle East, skyrocketing oil costs, and heavy dumping in technology shares. The BSE Sensex...
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to propel crude oil prices toward the psychologically significant $100 per barrel level, as U.S.-Iran peace negotiations remain in limbo and maritime passage...
Indian equities enter a high-stakes week, where the outcome of US-Iran peace negotiations could make or break momentum. The two-week truce ends Wednesday, with the Strait of Hormuz's repeated...
Tensions in the Middle East propelled crude oil prices upward by more than 1% on Friday, reversing recent losses amid Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and strikes on Saudi oil facilities. Even...
In a significant market turnaround, the Indian rupee firmed up by 40 paise against the dollar on Wednesday, marking its fourth consecutive day of gains. The surge was primarily driven by plunging oil...
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) opted for continuity in its monetary policy, retaining the repo rate at 5.25% in the initial review for FY 2026-27. This unanimous decision by the six-member MPC came...
Despite relentless FII outflows totaling nearly 30,000 crore rupees last week, India's equity markets exhibited impressive structural fortitude. This resilience shines through amid soaring global...
Geopolitical flare-ups in West Asia triggered yet another weekly loss for Indian equities, with Nifty and Sensex closing lower for the fourth straight week amid unrelenting pressure. Nifty shed 0.16%...
Mumbai's financial markets witnessed history on Friday as the Indian rupee crossed the dreaded 93 barrier against the dollar for the first time, touching a record low of 93.12—a 0.55 percent drop...
In a stunning market reversal, crude oil benchmarks tumbled over 3 percent on Wednesday even as geopolitical storm clouds gathered over the Middle East. The decline underscores the complex interplay...
In a move that sent shockwaves through energy markets, crude oil benchmarks soared on Tuesday, with Brent crude climbing 2.81% to $103.03 per barrel and WTI advancing 2.80% to $95.03. The surge,...
Tensions in the Persian Gulf boiled over into oil market chaos as Brent crude breached $104 per barrel Monday, fueled by U.S. airstrikes on Iran's Kharg Island. The benchmark oil surged 1.59% to...
Indian equities faced a turbulent week, capped by a sharp 2.9 percent decline in Sensex and Nifty, driven by FII selloffs exceeding ₹23,000 crore and spiking oil prices due to Middle East flare-ups....
Indian equities braced for impact this week as Middle East flare-ups and a massive FII pullout dragged the Sensex and Nifty down by almost 3%. What started as cautious trading spiraled into a...
Global oil prices reversed course dramatically on Friday, shedding gains accumulated over the past week following the ignition of Israel-Iran hostilities. The surge had pushed crude up over 15%, but...
Tensions in the Middle East have ignited a crude oil price surge, with Brent crude crossing $83 per barrel on Thursday after a more-than-2% rally. Iran's decision to shutter the Strait of Hormuz has...
Geopolitical storm clouds over the Middle East sent shockwaves through global commodity markets, with gold and silver emerging as top performers on MCX Monday. Investors sought refuge in precious...
The escalating US-Iran showdown threatens to ignite global energy markets. A new analysis warns that interference in the Strait of Hormuz could propel crude oil to $90 per barrel, with a full-blown...
As traders gear up for the trading week starting Monday, the shadow of US tariff policies hangs heavy over Dalal Street. President-elect Trump's aggressive trade stance has sparked fears of renewed...