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US-Iran War, Inflation Data, Monsoon, Q1 Results & More — The Week Ahead
The week ahead will focus on US-Iran conflict, monsoon related developments, India's June retail inflation and WPI inflation. US will also release CPI and producer price inflation data for the last month. Crude oil prices are likely to be a matter of concern amid the geopolitical risks, while investors navigate a packed calendar of quarterly earnings.
Gold, silver may stay volatile amid US-Iran tensions, inflation data
Gold and silver are expected to remain volatile with a corrective bias in the coming week as investors assess the latest flare-up in the US-Iran conflict, movements in crude oil prices and inflation data that could reshape expectations for global interest rates, analysts said. Fresh hostilities in West Asia have once again put markets on edge. The latest round of tensions began after Iran said it had struck a vessel travelling on an unapproved route and subsequently announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The US Central Command later said it carried out strikes on Tehran, following which Iran retaliated by targeting American-linked installations in the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Analysts said any further escalation in the conflict could drive crude oil prices higher, revive inflation concerns and strengthen safe-haven assets such as the US dollar and Treasury yields, limiting the upside for precious metals. "For gold and silver, momentum remains down and ...
Geopolitics, earnings, crude prices likely to drive markets this week
The US-Iran geopolitical conflict, quarterly earnings announcements, and crude oil price movement will influence investor sentiments in domestic equities, according to analysts. Besides, monsoon trend, inflation data and trading activity of foreign investors will also be closely watched by market participants, they added. "Domestically, investors will closely monitor June CPI inflation, WPI inflation, and the latest foreign exchange reserves," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. The Q1 FY27 earnings season will gather pace, with management commentary expected to play a pivotal role in shaping sectoral trends and earnings expectations, he said. Globally, developments surrounding the IranUS conflict and their impact on crude oil prices will remain key monitorables, Mishra added. After four straight months of selling, foreign investors turned net buyers of Indian equities in July, investing over Rs 15,157 crore so far this month, supported by improving domestic ..
Geopolitics, Earnings, Crude Oil to Drive Indian Markets - Rediff MoneyWiz
Geopolitics, Earnings, Crude Oil to Drive Indian MarketsRediff MoneyWiz
Mcap of 4 of top-10 most valued firms jumps Rs 92,995 cr; HDFC Bank, Airtel top gainers
Last week, four major firms experienced a significant market valuation increase of over Rs 92,000 crore, with HDFC Bank and Bharti Airtel leading the charge. Despite benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty dipping slightly and breaking their winning streak due to geopolitical tensions and escalating crude oil prices, the markets managed to recover some of those losses towards the end of the trading week.
Mcap of 4 of top-10 most valued firms jumps ₹92,995 cr; HDFC, Airtel lead
The combined market valuation of four of the top-10 most valued firms jumped Rs 92,995.48 crore last week, with HDFC Bank and Bharti Airtel emerging as the biggest gainers. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 194.52 points, or 0.25 per cent, and the NSE Nifty dipped 63.95 points, or 0.26 per cent. "Markets ended the week marginally lower, snapping a four-week winning streak amid renewed geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a sharp spike in crude oil prices," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Markets started the week on a positive note, supported by easing crude prices, encouraging Q1 business updates, improving monsoon progress, and broad-based buying, he said. However, sentiment weakened during mid-week following escalating IranUS tensions, triggering a sharp sell-off before benchmark indices recovered a significant part of the losses over the final two sessions, Mishra added. The gainers from the top-10 pack were Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, .
Delhi isn't flexing yet as India's ethanol dream gets an early reality check
Only four flex-fuel passenger vehicles have been registered in Delhi since the technology entered the market last month, highlighting a slow start despite the government's push for ethanol-blended fuels to reduce crude oil imports.
India's Russian Crude Imports Hit Record In June Even As Moscow's Oil Revenues Slip
India bought Russian crude worth EUR 4.5 billion in June, accounting for 83 per cent of its total Russian fossil fuel imports of EUR 5.5 billion, making it the second-largest buyer of Russian hydrocarbons after China.
Iran moves to close Strait of Hormuz. Should investors fear a Nifty crash in coming days?
Indian equities are likely to remain volatile this week as escalating tensions in West Asia and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz threaten to push crude oil prices higher. Investors will also monitor Q1 earnings, inflation data, FII flows and global risk sentiment for market direction.
Stocks to Watch for July 13: Avenue Supermarts, LTM, Just Dial, HCLTech, Oil and more
From result reactions by Avenue Supermarts, LTM and Just Dial to HCLTech's results and the impact on Crude oil sensitives due to yet another closure of the Strait of Hormuz, here are the important stocks that should be on your radar going into Monday's trading session on July 13.
India's Russian crude imports hit record in Jun even as Moscow's oil revenues slip
India's Russian crude oil imports reached a record high in June. This surge made India the second-largest buyer of Russian hydrocarbons globally. Indian refineries processed Russian crude, exporting refined products to sanctioned nations. These exports included diesel and jet fuel to the United Kingdom. China remained Russia's top fossil fuel customer during this period.
Will Nifty, Sensex extend gains on Monday? Q1, oil among 5 major factors investors must track
Indian equities ended last week with gains, and markets now face a crucial week. Investors will track major Q1 earnings announcements from key companies this week. Escalating Middle East tensions and oil price movements will significantly influence market sentiment. Foreign and domestic institutional investor activity also remains a key factor to monitor. The progress of the southwest monsoon will impact rural demand and agricultural output.