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Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...
RBI should start rate hike cycle as inflation risks rise, says Bandhan MF’s Suyash Choudhary
Average inflation forecasts are likely to move higher, and the RBI should begin the rate hike cycle to maintain its credibility as an inflation-focused central bank, according to Suyash Choudhary, CIO-Fixed Income at Bandhan Mutual Fund. However, he believes rate hikes alone may not immediately solve the problem. He said the RBI must avoid mixed messaging to prevent market uncertainty and added that a favourable mix of global factors — including lower oil prices, better foreign inflows, and a weaker dollar — could help improve the situation.
Markets may have bottomed out; Nifty could head towards 25,800: Rohit Srivastava
Rohit Srivastava, Founder of Indiacharts & Strike Money, believes Indian markets have likely formed a bottom and could gradually move higher over the next few months, with Nifty potentially heading towards 25,800. He remains bullish on Bank Nifty after a technical breakout and sees strength returning to broader markets through improving liquidity. Srivastava remains cautious on IT stocks despite short-term trading opportunities, while Reliance Industries and select private banks continue to show improving trends.Disclaimer: Network18 and TV18, the companies that operate CNBC-TV18, are controlled by Independent Media Trust, of which Reliance Industries is the sole beneficiary.
Market Wrap: Sensex falls 479 points, Nifty below 23,950 as bank stocks falter; small, midcaps shine
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed significantly lower on Tuesday, impacted by a downturn in banking, oil and gas, and pharma stocks. Investor sentiment shifted following U.S. strikes in southern Iran, reigniting Middle East conflict concerns. Broader markets, however, showed resilience, with midcap and smallcap indices posting gains.
INR loses momentum amid renewed concerns on war front that could trigger oil spike
The Indian rupee lost momentum in opening trades on Tuesday amid uncertainty surrounding West Asia crisis that could once again trigger a flight in oil prices. Rupee regained near two week high amid signs of easing tensions in the war region which led to a sharp slide in crude oil prices and retreat in dollar index. However, caution in equities and foreign flows are keeping sentiments at bay for the local unit. INR opened at Rs 95.43 per dollar and hit a high of 95.33 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee appreciated 34 paise to close at 95.26 against the US dollar , registering the third straight session of gain, on optimism that the US and Iran were moving close to a peace deal even though they remained at odds over key issues, including blockades on the Strait of Hormuz. The NIFTY 50 and BSE Sensex indices opened for trading today at 24,004.10 and 76,224.14, respectively. Asian stock markets are trading mixed this morning, amid renewed uncertainty about a potential peace deal to
Stocks in news: Premier Energies, Suzlon Energy, Paytm, Hindalco, ONGC
Indian markets saw a strong rebound on Monday. The Nifty index surpassed 24,000 and is expected to move higher. Premier Energies saw a large promoter stake sale. Suzlon Energy reported its Q4 results. ONGC is expanding its partnership with BP. IRFC entered metro rail financing. Paytm is investing in its European entity. Hindalco anticipates rising raw material costs.
Nifty reclaims 24,000 as global risk appetite rebounds
The key equity benchmarks surged on Monday as plunging crude oil prices and rising hopes of a US-Iran peace deal sparked a powerful risk-on rally across global markets. Robust buying in banking and financial stocks propelled the Nifty decisively above the 24,000 mark, while broad-based momentum lifted all sectoral indices on the BSE into positive territory.

Top Gainers & Losers on May 25: HFCL, Adani Power, Eicher Motors, OLA, Tata Motors, HPCL among top gainers
Indian markets ended May 25 with strong gains, as Nifty 50 rose 1.4% and BSE Sensex climbed 1.42%, driven by falling oil prices and optimism for a US-Iran peace deal. Broader indices also showed positive trends amidst improved risk sentiment.
INR regains ground as oil prices retreat
The Indian rupee regained further ground in opening trades on Monday tracking sharp pullback in international oil prices and weakness in greenback overseas. Improving risk sentiments amid expectation of US and Iran peace deal is waning demand for the safe haven asset. The dollar index is seen trading under 99 mark at 98.98. Washington and Tehran have reportedly signaled progress in talks to end the war, even as US President Donald Trump said he wont rush into an agreement. INR opened at Rs 95.36 per dollar and hit a high of 95.20 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at 95.60. The BSE Sensex is trading at 76,302.90, surging by 887.55 points (1.18%), and the NSE Nifty 50 is at 23,962.35, climbing 243.05 points (1.02%) as of mid-morning. The markets rallied sharply following eased geopolitical tensions and dropping crude oil prices. .
Sensex jumps 850 points, Nifty nears 24,000 on US-Iran peace deal hopes. 5 key factors
Indian stock markets surged on Monday, with Sensex and Nifty rallying around 1% each. Rising hopes for the US-Iran peace deal and falling oil prices fueled this optimism. The broad-based gains added nearly Rs 5 lakh crore to the total market capitalisation, with Nifty Auto leading sectoral advances.
INR rebounds under Rs 96/$ mark tracking positive cues from local equities
The Indian rupee rose for the second consecutive session on Friday to close at 95.73 (provisional) against the US dollar on softening of crude oil prices and supposed intervention by the Reserve Bank. Markets found some comfort after comments from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted that diplomatic talks linked to the Iran situation were moving in a constructive direction. Moreover, positive domestic equities and a decline in US treasury yields also supported the rupee. Indian shares ended modestly higher on Friday, giving up some early gains amid renewed optimism about U.S.-Iran talks. The NIFTY 50 and BSE Sensex settled higher, with the Sensex up 231.99 points (0.31%) to end at 75,415.35 and the NIFTY adding 64.60 points (0.27%) to close at 23,719.30.

Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Max Health shares decline 7%, Honasa Consumer up 7%; Hindalco report today
Q4 Results Live Update: Another busy earnings week ends with three Nifty names - Sun Pharma, Eicher Motors and Hindalco reporting their results today, along with broader market names like Torrent Pharma, Fortis Healthcare, DAM Capital, Colgate-Palmolive, IRCON International, Jubilant Pharmova, Minda Corp, and many others. LG, LIC, GAIL, ITC, will also be reacting to their results reported on Thursday.