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Nifty Bank falls 11% since start of Iran-Israel war: What lies ahead?
Escalating Middle East tensions and soaring crude oil prices are significantly impacting India's banking sector, pushing the Nifty Bank index down nearly 11% in March. Concerns over rupee depreciation, rising inflation, and potential disruptions to trade routes are fueling investor worries and leading to substantial FII selloffs, creating a bearish outlook for bank stocks.
INR recovers from record lows but settles beyond 92/$ mark
The Indian rupee recovered from record low levels and settled with a loss of 16 paise at 92.17 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday as global crude oil prices stayed on an upward trajectory amid the raging war in West Asia. A stronger greenback and volatility in the domestic equity markets further weighed on the rupee, which was already on a weak footing in early trade due to heavy foreign fund outflows. Indian shares fell sharply on Thursday to extend losses from the previous session as the prospect of a quick end to the war in West Asia thinned and trade tensions resurfaced. At close, the Sensex declined 829.29 points, or 1.08 per cent, to settle at 76,034.42, taking its two-day decline to 2,171.56 points. While the Nifty slipped 227.70 points, or 0.95 per cent, to close at 23,639.15, it slipped 2.56% in two sessions. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.25 but kept slipping to touch its record intra-day low against the greenback at 92.36. ...
US-Iran war, high crude oil prices could shave off as much as 4% from Nifty earnings: Somil Mehta, Mirae Asset Sharekhan
Expert view: Higher energy costs increase input expenses for several sectors, which could pressure margins and reduce overall earnings growth across companies in the Nifty index, said Somil Mehta, Mirae Asset Sharekhan.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday. Both indices closed nearly 2% lower. This decline followed a surge in crude oil prices and heightened tensions in West Asia. Foreign fund outflows and selling in major bank stocks also contributed to the market's fall. Investors are now awaiting key inflation data from the US and India.
Sensex nosedives 1,342 pts; Nifty sinks below 23,900 level; VIX jumps 11.41%
Nifty ended below the 23,900 level. Auto, private bank and financial services shares declined, while pharma, oil & gas shares and healthcare shares advanced.
Top Gainers & Losers on Mar 11: Apar Industries, Redington, Axis Bank, Finolex Cables, TVS Motor among top losers
The Indian stock market declined on March 11 due to heightened Middle East tensions, with the Nifty 50 down 1.63% and the BSE Sensex falling 1.72%. Most sectors were affected, especially auto and private banks, while pharma and oil & gas saw slight gains.
DSP Mutual Fund flags global shifts, expensive midcaps, IT lag: How investors may position portfolios
DSP Mutual Fund advises caution and diversification amid market risks like rising oil prices and high US equity valuations. AI spending by tech giants drives global markets.
Market Trading Guide: Apollo Pipes among 3 stock recommendations for Tuesday
Sensex and Nifty plunged nearly 2% as rising crude oil prices, weak global cues and escalating West Asia tensions triggered heavy selling. Foreign fund outflows and a weaker rupee added pressure. Analysts recommend Apollo Pipes, Aurobindo Pharma and Tata Steel for potential short-term gains.
Oil surge and FII selling hammer equities; Sensex plunges over 1,300 pts
The key equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Monday, extending losses for a second straight session as surging crude oil prices, continued foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows and rupee weakness weighed on sentiment. Brent crude moved past the $100 per barrel mark amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, heightening concerns about inflation and rising input costs for businesses. Persistent FII selling and weakness in the domestic currency further pressured the market, while global volatility and risk-off sentiment led to broad-based declines. The Nifty settled below the 24,050 level, dragged down by losses in auto, PSU bank and consumer durables stocks.
Top Gainers & Losers on Mar 09: PG Electroplast, HPCL, RVNL, Meesho, Paras Defence, Bank of India among top losers
The escalating US-Iran war is driving the Indian stock market down, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex reaching 10-month lows. Rising crude oil prices and a weakening domestic currency contribute to a decline in investor confidence amid regional chaos.
Stock Market LIVE: Bloodbath In Markets As Sensex Crashes, Nifty Down - NDTV
Stock Market LIVE: Bloodbath In Markets As Sensex Crashes, Nifty DownNDTVSensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex tanks over 2,000 pts, Nifty below 23,800; all...The Economic TimesStock market today: Nifty50 opens below 24,000, Sensex tumbles over 2,400 points as oil surges past $100The Times of IndiaIndian shares slump as Iran war drives oil spike, clouds economic outlookReutersSensex crashes over 2,000 points: 3 reasons why stock market is down todayIndia TodaySensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty PSU bank down 5%; Bank of India, Bank of Mah top losersCNBC TV18Middle East tensions to shape Indian stock market sentiments this weekInvestment GuruNifty 50, Sensex today: What to expect from Indian stock market in trade on March 9 after jump in crude oil pricesMSNStock market today: Trade setup for Nifty 50, US-Iran war to gold, silver, crude oil rates; eight stocks to buy or sellMint
Markets in ‘fear phase’, deploy money in autos, banks, capital goods: AlfAccurate’s Rajesh Kothari
The sharp correction in Indian equities triggered by fears of a prolonged war in West Asia should be viewed as a buying opportunity, according to Rajesh Kothari, Managing Director at AlfAccurate Advisors.Benchmark indices declined nearly 3% this week — their steepest weekly fall in over a year — as rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions rattled investor sentiment. Financial stocks led the decline, with the Nifty Bank logging its biggest weekly drop in 14 months.However, Kothari believes the selloff reflects sentiment rather than a deterioration in underlying economic fundamentals.“We are currently in a fearful phase of the market. When others are fearful, that’s usually the time to be greedy,” Kothari told CNBC-TV18, advising investors to deploy money gradually over the next 30–60 days rather than attempting to time the market.He emphasised that the outcome of the West Asia conflict is less important for markets than its duration. While companies with exposure to the Middle East could face short-term uncertainty, the broader domestic growth story remains intact.Against this backdrop, Kothari highlighted four sectors that investors should focus on.Autos remain a key bet, supported by strong demand trends and low inventory levels across the industry. February sales data was robust, and leading automakers have reported healthy growth, signalling sustained momentum.Banking and financials are another preferred sector. Credit growth has improved to around 13% from about 8.5% earlier, while asset quality remains strong. According to Kothari, the sector could become a “strong buy on declines” if crude-driven inflation concerns ease.He also sees opportunities in capital goods, particularly companies reporting strong order inflows as India’s investment cycle picks up.Lastly, hospitals stand out as a defensive play. The sector remains largely insulated from geopolitical risks and technological disruptions such as artificial intelligence.“These are strong India stori