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Net equity mutual fund inflows surged 26% to ₹28,973 crore in June
Despite bouts of volatility, the equity market ended June on a positive note, with the Nifty50 gaining 1.4 per cent as easing oil prices and receding tensions in West Asia lifted sentiment
Vedanta Power, Vedanta Oil & Gas, other Vedanta stocks surge up to 6%. What lies ahead?
Vedanta Group stocks experienced significant gains on Friday after their recent demerger. Vedanta Iron and Steel shares surged five percent, hitting the upper circuit limit. Vedanta Oil and Gas shares also saw a substantial increase, extending recent positive momentum. Vedanta Power and Vedanta Aluminium reported production and sales figures for the first quarter. Analysts at Motilal Oswal initiated coverage on Vedanta Aluminium with a buy rating.
INR extend gains amid dollar weakness; Local benchmark indices surge in early trades
The Indian rupee extended gains in opening trades on Friday tracing weakness in dollar overseas on expectations that US and Iran will continue peace negotiations despite a recent escalation. However, oil prices stay supported after recent streak of gains that could limit gains in the counter. INR opened at Rs 95.27 per dollar and hit a high of 95.22 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee appreciated by 7 paise to settle at 95.41 against the US dollar. Asian stock markets are trading mostly higher on Friday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street overnight, boosted by the surge in semiconductor and AI stocks. Indian benchmark indices surged early on Friday, with the BSE Sensex climbing 701.73 points (0.91%) to 77,443.55 and the NSE Nifty 50 gaining 200.85 points (0.84%) to trade at 24,162.25.
Aegis Logistics among 4 stocks that closed below VWAP
Four Nifty500 stocks, Balkrishna Industries, Aegis Logistics, PhysicsWallah and OneSource Specialty Pharma, closed over 3% below VWAP, highlighting bearish sentiment and weakening price momentum.
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.
Vedanta Iron and Steel, Vedanta Aluminium, 2 other stocks drop up to 5%. What’s spooking investors?
Recently listed Vedanta stocks experienced a significant decline on Tuesday morning. Vedanta Iron and Steel shares surged sharply after a substantial investment by Premji Invest. This smallcap counter saw its market capitalization more than double before the rally lost momentum. Vedanta Aluminium shares dropped despite reporting record quarterly production figures. Vedanta Oil & Gas and Vedanta Power also saw their stock prices fall since listing.
AI Stocks Power Wall Street Higher as S&P 500 Nears Record, Dow Hits Fresh High Despite Mixed Market
AI-driven gains lifted U.S. markets, with Broadcom surging on an Apple deal, while oil prices eased after OPEC+ boosted output. Investors now await SK Hynix's massive Nasdaq listing as AI momentum faces its next big test.
Auto retail sales surge 22% to record 2.56 million in June; Dealers expectgrowth momentumto continue withrains picking up
Vehicle retail sales reached a record high in June, showing a significant year-on-year increase. This robust growth was supported by strong demand across various vehicle segments. Improved supplies and easing crude oil prices are expected to sustain this positive momentum. Two-wheeler sales saw a notable rise, with electric models gaining significant market share. Rural markets demonstrated strong traction in commercial vehicle sales, indicating broad economic recovery.
This logistics stock is set to double in 2026 after a 130% upmove in 2024; Details here
The momentum in the stock has been particularly strong over the past month. Aegis Logistics' shares rallied 56.85% in June, its best monthly performance since January 2012, when it had advanced about 57%.
AU Small Finance Bank's growth engine is intact, but questions remain
Whether the momentum in the lender's mainstay vehicle financing has sustained in Q1 amid rising crude oil and commodity costs and a fading GST 2.0 push has to be seen.
Midcap stocks ignore Middle East war, AI worries to jump up to 85% in 2026. More rally or sharp correction ahead?
Despite a weak first half for benchmark indices, India's midcap stocks outperformed, driven by resilient domestic inflows, stronger earnings and sectoral tailwinds. Analysts expect the momentum to continue, although elevated valuations, geopolitical risks, crude oil prices and the sustainability of domestic fund flows remain key factors to watch.
Stocks to buy or sell: Osho Krishan of Angel One suggests buying CDSL, Indian Hotels shares on 2 July
Indian stock indices Sensex and Nifty 50 rose on Thursday, boosted by falling crude oil prices after US-Iran negotiations. Nifty 50 gained 0.23%, while Sensex increased by 0.21%. Continued sideways trading seen, with key resistance at 24,100-24,200 and support at 23,850-23,800