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Indian Rupee loses momentum as international oil prices and dollar firms up
The Indian rupee lost momentum in opening trades on Wednesday as international oil prices and dollar firmed up following renewed tensions between US and Iran. Reported US air strikes on Iran drove oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and reinforcing expectations of interest rate hikes that kept dollar index upbeat. Meanwhile, investors also wait for the minutes of the Federal Reserves June meeting for additional insight into the policy outlook. INR opened at Rs 95.15 per dollar and hit a low of 95.19 so far during the day. Local equities are also seen in negative tracking global peers on concerns that the AI-fueled rally in chipmakers may be losing momentum. The Nifty 50 has fallen below 24,250 while the BSE Sensex has tumbled over 550 points, trading around the 77,60077,800 range. Yesterday, rupee appreciated 48 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar, on improved global risk sentiments as higher traffic flows through the Strait of Hormuz reduced supply uncertainties.
Will Trent shares rebound after Q1 update triggers 13% crash? Here's what technical charts indicate
After the 13% crash, Trent shares have technically slipped below their 20-day EMA, while the RSI has witnessed a sharp downtick, signalling a shift in momentum from bullish to bearish, said Sudeep Shah, Head of Technical and Derivatives Research at SBI Securities
Markets poised for a cautious start as GIFT Nifty trades flat
Indian markets ended Thursday on a high note, with the Nifty 50 climbing nearly 1% from its lowest point. This positive momentum was fueled by declining energy prices, a stronger rupee, and favorable global trends. Analysts anticipate a continued positive outlook for Indian equities, with the Nifty expected to hold above the 24,000 mark, bolstered by stable geopolitical conditions and robust foreign investment.
Easing West Asia tensions boost IPO activity, 3 issues to open next week
The primary market is showing signs of revival as improving geopolitical conditions in West Asia have boosted investor sentiment, prompting three mainboard IPO launches next week and paving the way for more public issues in the pipeline. Cordelia Cruises operator Waterways Leisure Tourism, Jaipur-based jewellery manufacturer Advit Jewels, and IT solutions provider CSM Technologies will launch their maiden public issues over the next few days, while packaging solutions provider Knack Packaging is expected to announce its price band. Quick commerce unicorn Zepto is looking to raise over Rs 10,000 crore, and the country's largest fund house, SBI Mutual Fund, plans to launch its Rs 13,000-crore public issue next month, according to people familiar with the development. In June, CMR Green Technologies and Hexagon Nutrition have already launched their IPOs, while the public issue of insurtech unicorn Turtlemint Fintech Solutions is currently underway. Adding to the momentum, the National
Defence shares gain momentum on strong production and growth outlook
Indian defence stocks surged as the government announced a record ₹1.78 lakh crore in defence production for fiscal 2026, a 15.6% increase from the previous year. This growth, driven by policy push and rising global demand, has led to a strong rally in defence companies and the Nifty Defence Index, which is up 23% year-to-date.
Markets poised for a cautious start as GIFT Nifty ticks higher
Indian markets continued their upward trend on Tuesday. The Nifty closed at 23,989. Analysts anticipate this positive momentum to persist. Improved geopolitical situations, increased foreign investor interest, and falling crude oil prices are driving the market. A potential US-Iran peace agreement is boosting global sentiment. The India VIX, a fear index, saw a decline.
Stocks in news: HCL Tech, Bharti Airtel, SBI, Adani Enterprises, GMR Airports
Indian equities opened the week strong, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining nearly 1% each on positive global sentiment. Key stocks in focus include HCL Technologies, GMR Airports, Adani Enterprises, and Bharti Airtel, with significant corporate announcements and strategic moves shaping the market outlook.
Nifty closing above 23,800 positive but exhaustion visible at 24,000
The benchmark index gained 231 points to close at 23,853. After opening with a gap-up of 362 points on strong global cues, Nifty hit its intraday high within minutes of the opening bell. However, the momentum faded through the day as profit-booking emerged at higher levels, dragging the index nearly 200 points lower from its peak before it settled with healthy gains.
INR stays pressured amid elevated oil prices and firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee is staying largely unchanged in opening trades on Tuesday amid elevated oil prices and relatively firm dollar overseas. INR opened at Rs 95.47 per dollar and hit a low of 95.62 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee lost further momentum and settled the day lower by around 40 paise at Rs 95.61 per dollar. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data on Friday, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed but has edged marginally below the level today. Meanwhile, Indian shares fell sharply on Monday, mirroring weak cues from global markets as Middle East worries persisted and robust U.S. jobs data led traders to ramp up bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike this year. The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 settled lower amid weak global cues, escalating tensions in West Asia, and rising crude oil prices. The Sensex dropped 719.08 points (0.97%) to settle at 73,524.26, while the Nifty fell 243.70 points (1.04%) to end the day at .
INR dragged lower by negative cues from equities, surging oil and firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee lost further momentum during the course of the day and is seen settling the day lower by around 40 paise at Rs 95.57 per dollar. Elevated crude oil prices and firm dollar index around 100 mark are seen pressurizing rupee. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data on Friday, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed but has edged marginally below the level today. Meanwhile, Indian shares fell sharply on Monday, mirroring weak cues from global markets as Middle East worries persisted and robust U.S. jobs data led traders to ramp up bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike this year. The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 settled lower amid weak global cues, escalating tensions in West Asia, and rising crude oil prices. The Sensex dropped 719.08 points (0.97%) to settle at 73,524.26, while the Nifty fell 243.70 points (1.04%) to end the day at 23,123.00. Also, rupee weakened despite the Indian government introducing a ...
INR regains momentum with all eyes on RBI monetary policy
The Indian rupee is regaining some momentum in opening trades on Friday as the global crude oil prices eased and market participants keenly awaited the RBI's MPC decision today. Heightened geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran drove energy volatility and aggressive safe-haven buying capped sharp gains in the local unit. INR opened at Rs 95.72 per dollar and hit a high of 95.63 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee depreciated 7 paise to close at 95.83 against the US dollar. Local markets opened in the green with investors closely watching the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) monetary policy announcement scheduled for today. The Indian benchmark indices are trading higher today, with the NIFTY 50 hovering around 23,442.30 (+0.11%) and the S&P BSE SENSEX trading at 74,556.68 (+0.26%).
AI Momentum, Oil Relief, And Nifty's Next Move | Niraj Shah Decodes Global Crosscurrents
Indian equities are starting the new month and derivatives series in a consolidation mode.