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GIFT Nifty down 730 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities extended losses on Friday amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, keeping investor risk appetite subdued. The India VIX surged, indicating increased market fear. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, while domestic institutional investors bought shares. The rupee depreciated against the US dollar due to rising crude oil prices and risk aversion.
The best performing equity market in 2026 so far has been the most volatile this week
Data from the Korea Exchange showed that retail traders accounted for roughly 45% of total turnover on Thursday, compared with about 33% for foreign investors and 22% for institutional players.
Market HIGHLIGHTS: Sensex sinks 1,141 pts; Nifty slips 393 amid US-Iran war worries
Market HIGHLIGHTS: Equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Tuesday, with the Sensex closing at 79,098, down 1,141 points or 1.4%. The Nifty 50 dropped 393 points, or 1.6%, to finish at 24,472. The pressure on equities came alongside weakness in the currency market. The Indian rupee settled at 92.1500 per dollar at 1530 IST, depreciating from 91.4700 in the previous session on Monday. Here are the top highlights from today's trading session:
ACC clears Dr Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi’s reappointment as Drugs Controller (India)
Dr Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi will continue as Drugs Controller (India) at CDSCO. His reappointment is on a contract basis for one year starting March 1, 2026. This decision follows a proposal from the Department of Health and Family Welfare. Dr Raghuvanshi heads the CDSCO, responsible for drug quality and new drug approvals.
CRIF High Mark shows India’s retail credit market surges 18% in Q3 FY26
India’s retail credit hit ₹162.7 lakh crore in Q3 FY26, up 18%, with CRIF High Mark noting improved asset quality, bigger loan sizes, NBFC dominance, and expanding credit beyond metros.
INR tumbles near three-week low amid surging international oil prices, firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee plunged 31 paise to settle at 90.99 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, tracking a strong American currency against major currencies and higher crude oil prices amid intensifying US-Iran tensions. Positive momentum in domestic equity markets failed to support the Indian unit. Indian shares bounced back on Friday after falling sharply in the previous session on rising geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve's rate path. The benchmark BSE Sensex jumped 316.57 points, or 0.38 percent, to 82,814.71. The broader NSE Nifty index surged 116.90 points, or 0.46 percent, to 25,571.25, with metal and banking stocks leading the surge.
Small-cap infra stock under ₹100 falls over 3% despite relief rally in Indian stock market
Globe Civil Projects share price has gained 10% in one month and has fallen 14% in three months. The smallcap stock has declined 34% over the past six months.
Trump Weighs Iran Strike; Global Markets Wobble — Can Nifty Hold 25,500? | Opening Bell
Global markets turn cautious as Donald Trump signals a possible Iran strike within 10 days, rattling Wall Street and dragging Asian indices lower. Brent crude nears $72, gold climbs above $5,000, and the dollar extends gains. US GDP and PCE data are awaited, while a Supreme Court ruling on Trump’s tariffs looms. Back home, GIFT Nifty hints at a soft start — can Nifty defend the crucial 25,500 level amid rising geopolitical tensions and weak global cues? Catch Surabhi Upadhyay with market experts on Opening Bell.
LIVE: Nifty Flat Ahead of US-Iran Deal | Oil at $83 | Global Markets Rally | Opening Bell
Asian markets are trading mixed while Indian equities are set for a muted opening. Investors remain focused on the upcoming US-Iran deal signing, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the direction of oil prices. 📈 Key Market Triggers: ✅ Dow gains 469 points; Nasdaq surges 3.1% ✅ S&P 500 hits fresh record highs ✅ Brent crude stabilizes around $83 per barrel ✅ US-Iran deal details remain in focus ✅ Nifty closes at a two-week high ✅ FIIs turn net buyers in equities ✅ Foreign investors pump $1.84 billion into Indian bonds ✅ Rupee strengthens to 94.71 against the dollar ✅ Bond yields remain stable globally
Taking Stock: Market rally continues; Sensex adds 544 pts, Nifty closes near 24,000
The Indian rupee extended its winning streak for a third consecutive session on June 16, appreciating 15 paise to settle at 94.56 against the US dollar, compared with its previous close of 94.71.
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade Bandhan Bank, SBI Life Insurance, Hexaware Technologies, Angel One, Arvind, and others on May 20?
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LIVE | Trump Says Op Epic Fury coming to an end | Oil slides 7%, Brent at $102 | Dollar lower
Global markets remained cautiously optimistic amid mixed economic and geopolitical signals. Donald Trump warned that Iran could face intensified bombing if it failed to agree to a peace deal, raising geopolitical tensions and supporting safe-haven demand. Asian equities were largely higher, with Nikkei 225 crossing the 62,000 mark for the first time, while Wall Street benchmarks gained 1–2% on hopes of global deal progress, pushing the S&P 500 and NASDAQ Composite to record closes. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar index fell to 85 and the 10-year Treasury yield eased to 4.35%, boosting gold prices to over a one-week high near $4,678 per ounce. Crude oil prices also stayed elevated, with Brent around $101 per barrel and WTI near $95, while GIFT Nifty signaled a weak start for Indian markets.