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RBI in wait-and-watch mode, no certainty on rate hike: Governor Sanjay Malhotra
Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that an interest rate hike is premature, as inflation hasn't broadly impacted consumer prices. The central bank remains in a 'wait-and-watch' mode, closely monitoring global uncertainties and the monsoon's progress. While acknowledging improved outlooks, risks persist, but India is well-prepared for challenges. The RBI has revised inflation forecasts upwards and growth forecasts downwards for the fiscal year.
Bulls roar back as Nifty reclaims 24,000, Sensex soars over 700 points
Key equity benchmarks rebounded sharply on Wednesday, with the Sensex rising over 700 points and the Nifty reclaiming the 24,000 mark. The sentiment was supported by easing concerns over interest rate hikes after RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said discussions on rate increases were premature. Sentiment was further aided by a recovery in South Korean markets, optimism over a potential India-US trade deal, a decline in crude oil prices below $77 per barrel, and foreign institutional investor buying. Gains in heavyweight IT and private banking stocks, lifted the indices.
Nifty June futures trade at premium
HDFC Bank (India) Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services were the top traded contract.
Sensex jumps 791 points, Nifty tops 24,000: 3 reasons why markets rose today
Index majors ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Infosys led the rally, helping both Sensex and Nifty gain nearly 1%. The Nifty IT index also strengthened after Axis Capital upgraded eight IT stocks, adding momentum to the broader market.
S&P Global Projects 110-Bps Drop In India's Economic Growth Amid Inflation Fears
Given the expected rise in inflation, S&P Global believes the RBI will begin raising the repo rate from October, marking the start of monetary policy tightening in the second half of the financial year.
Nifty Bank surges 2% as ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank lead; key triggers here
Ban stocks are in the spotlight today as the RBI allowed domestic lenders to extend loans to non-residents against foreign currency ​deposits, including via their offshore branches.
Why is market rising today? Sensex rallies 900 pts, Nifty above 24,050. 6 key factors driving D-St rebound
Indian stock markets experienced a significant upswing on Wednesday, with both the Sensex and Nifty registering robust gains. This positive momentum was fueled by a more optimistic investor outlook, following the RBI Governor's indication that further interest rate increases might not be necessary. A recovery in South Korean stocks and other favorable international market trends also contributed to the buoyant trading session.
Sensex jumps over 250 pts, Nifty above 23,900; Trent shares surge 4%
Indian stock markets showed resilience on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty recovering from previous losses. Trent shares surged, leading the gains. While broader markets dipped, IT and Pharma sectors saw modest gains. Analysts noted global tech stock volatility but highlighted India's steady growth and easing crude oil prices. However, concerns over a deficient monsoon are emerging, potentially impacting rural demand and corporate profits, prompting portfolio adjustments.
HDFC Securities analyst flags key support levels for Nifty; 2 stocks to buy
Gland Pharma has given a breakout from a bullish 'Inverted head and shoulder' pattern, and Viyash Scientific from bullish 'Cup and handle pattern', says Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities.
Tech-Led global selloff, Fed rate fears weigh on Indian equities
Indian stock markets experienced their sharpest single-day drop in nearly a month, mirroring a global tech sell-off. The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex both fell significantly, influenced by a strong US dollar and profit-taking after recent gains. While pharma and healthcare sectors showed resilience, most others, including metals and IT, declined. Market volatility increased, with analysts watching key support levels closely.
Metal companies' hot run comes to an end as West Asia cools off
Metal stocks experienced a significant downturn Tuesday, with the Nifty Metal index dropping 3.2% as falling commodity prices, domestic economic slowdown fears, and anticipated US Federal Reserve rate hikes impacted investor confidence. Vedanta led the decline. Analysts suggest a cautious approach, advising a wait-and-watch strategy before re-entering the sector amidst these headwinds.
RBI's FCNR push may boost banks' deposit growth: Crisil
Foreign currency deposits are poised for a boost as the RBI removes interest rate caps on certain non-resident accounts until September. This move aims to attract overseas funds, potentially increasing their contribution to bank deposits. While household savings remain key, this diversification offers supplementary support to overall deposit growth, especially as credit expansion outpaces traditional deposit mobilization. This could ease liquidity challenges for banks.