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Nifty Bank surges 700 points to one-month high; HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, PNB, other stocks rise 2%. What lies ahead?
Bank stocks saw a significant jump on Friday, propelling the Nifty Bank index to a one-month peak. This surge followed news of a potential peace deal between the US and Iran. Oil prices declined and the Indian Rupee strengthened, boosting overall market sentiment. Several major bank stocks experienced gains, indicating renewed investor confidence in the banking sector.
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty extends gains to over 300 pts; Brent below 90
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The Nifty needs to close above 23,366 to prevent a fourth straight weekly loss. The Nifty Bank remains the index to watch as it has outperformed the Nifty this week and ensured that the Nifty losses are kept in check despite the underperformance of Indian IT.
Infosys, Tata Elxsi, Indian Bank, Tata Chemicals Dividend Record Date: Last Day To Buy Shares To Qualify
Dividend Record Date: Last Day To Buy Shares To Qualify
Power finance cos turn to global markets for cheaper funds
Indian power and renewable energy firms are looking abroad for loans. The Reserve Bank of India's new dollar-rupee swap facility has made foreign currency borrowing cheaper. Companies like REC and PFC are planning to raise significant funds through external commercial borrowings. This move is expected to lower borrowing costs for these public sector undertakings.
Pvt sector reposing faith in economy, capex cycle showing signs of revival: Punjab National Bank CMD Ashok Chandra
Private sector investment is reviving. Companies are borrowing more for expansion and infrastructure. Punjab National Bank (PNB) sanctioned nearly Rs 4 lakh crore in corporate loans last fiscal year. This trend continues, with sanctions expected to exceed Rs 4 lakh crore this year. This indicates growing confidence in the Indian economy and increased business activity across various sectors.
INR pares initial losses and settles largely unchanged
The Indian rupee was largely flat and settled almost unchanged at Rs 95.43 per dollar, down just 2 paise on Wednesday, amid likely intervention from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to curb excessive volatility and prevent a further slide in the domestic unit. Rupee pared its initial losses as crude oil prices and the US dollar index retreated from their elevated levels. Indian shares gave up early gains to end little changed on Wednesday as investors weighed rising U.S.-Iran tensions and awaited key U.S. inflation data later in the day for fresh insights into market expectations for future interest rates in the face of rising energy-driven inflation risks. The BSE Sensex ended the day at 73,983.18, up by 64.42 points (0.09%), while the NSE Nifty 50 settled at 23,214.95, slipping by 27.15 points (-0.12%).
Top Gainers & Losers on June 10: Oil India, NLC India, Manappuram, Indian Bank, Redington, among top losers - Mint
Top Gainers & Losers on June 10: Oil India, NLC India, Manappuram, Indian Bank, Redington, among top losersMint
Banks pay 7% on dollar deposits as India seeks fresh foreign currency
Indian banks are significantly increasing rates on foreign-currency deposits to attract overseas residents, testing the central bank's new measures to boost capital inflows and support the rupee. This strategy aims to strengthen the currency amidst high oil prices and intense domestic deposit competition.
Ruchit Jain of Motilal Oswal suggests Grasim, Bank of Maharashtra shares to buy for the short term
Indian equity benchmarks rose on Wednesday, driven by gains in FMCG, oil & gas, financial, and IT stocks, despite geopolitical tensions. The Nifty 50 increased by 0.5% and the BSE Sensex by 0.7%, indicating a strong market sentiment amidst consolidation and support at key levels.
Nifty 500 Q4 Review: HDFC Bank, Indian Oil, Tata Motors Among Top Winners, Losers; Key Sector Trend — Read Motilal Oswal's Report
Of the 23 key sectors, 14 posted double-digit profit growth in Q4 FY26.
GIFT Nifty rises 100 points, hints at positive start; key trading cues for today
Indian markets closed higher on Tuesday, boosted by banking and financial stocks. The Reserve Bank of India's new forex swap facility eased overseas borrowing concerns. Market sentiment improved with hopes of a Middle East truce and falling crude oil prices. Investors remain watchful due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and inflation worries.
From tax exemption to FCNR(B) deposits: How India is trying to attract foreign capital
India is taking steps to attract foreign investment and boost its economy. The Reserve Bank of India and the government have introduced new measures. These aim to bring in more dollars and stabilize the rupee. The initiatives include special swap facilities and tax exemptions for foreign investors. These actions are designed to make Indian markets more appealing to overseas capital.