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Top Gainers & Losers on April 09: Ola Electric, Meesho, Ather Energy, Honasa Consumer, HFCL among top gainers
Renewed Middle East tensions and increasing oil prices caused the Indian stock market to retreat, snapping a five-day winning streak. The Nifty 50 fell nearly 1% and the S&P BSE Sensex by 1.22%, while the broader market saw gains in several sectors.
Elixir Equities’ Dipan Mehta cautious despite rally; sees energy as next big theme
Dipan Mehta, Director of Elixir Equities remains cautious even after the recent market rally, saying volatility could persist due to global uncertainties. He prefers a wait-and-watch approach for now, with earnings season and management commentary likely to guide the next move. Mehta is closely tracking the energy space, where policy support could create opportunities across oil, gas and renewables. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Motilal Oswal sees 6% Q4 earnings growth for Nifty 50 amid Iran-US tensions
Motilal Oswal forecasts Nifty 50 companies to achieve 6% YoY earnings growth in Q4 FY26, driven by financials, metals, and telecom, despite the oil and gas crisis. The brokerage anticipates softer overall growth due to the Iran-Israel-US conflict's impact on energy prices and supply chains.
Sensex drops 300 points, Nifty below 22,650 as Trump's threats to Iran push oil above $110/barrel
Indian stock market got off to a negative start after US President Donald Trump's increased threats towards Iran. Consequently, oil prices surged above $110 per barrel. Major companies like IndiGo, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Reliance Industries experienced significant losses.
Rajesh Palviya of Axis Sec suggests ACME Solar, Shriram Finance, Hindalco shares to buy today
On March 20, Nifty 50 and Sensex opened higher after a significant drop, buoyed by easing oil prices. The indices experienced a decline of 3.3% previously, with HDFC Bank losses leading. ACME Solar shows bullish momentum while Shriram Finance and Hindalco indicate bearish trends.
Oil And Gas Stocks To Buy: From MGL To IGL On Systematix List; Gulf Oil Among Top Picks — Check Target Prices
The brokerage notes thatrecent strike at energy facilities including, upstream and refining assets across the Gulf countriescould lead to a further spike in crude prices and disruption in supply volumes.
Stock market today: Gift Nifty, US-Iran war, India VIX to gold, silver rates; five stocks to buy or sell — 20 March 2026
Stock market today: Experts have recommended these five stocks to buy today — Safari Industries, Thomas Cook, ONGC, Power Grid Corporation, and OIL
Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu's statement triggers a cool-off in oil prices
US treasury secretary Scott Bessent said that the US is looking at easing sanctions on Iran oil to bring prices down and may also look at a unilateral release of some SPR reserves of its own, beyond the ones committed to the International Energy Agency. Trump Administration officials also said that there are no plans to ban the exports of oil and gas.
Oil Ends Choppy Day With Gains as Futures Ease From Day’s Highs
The benchmark price of oil ultimately ended the day higher as escalating attacks in the Persian Gulf caused long-term damage to major energy facilities. Natural gas jumped.
Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate as Iran targets regional energy infrastructure
In a dramatic turn of events, Iran has intensified its offensive against oil and gas installations across the Gulf, a direct response following an Israeli airstrike near the vital Strait of Hormuz. This escalating conflict places nearby shipping interests in jeopardy, with reported damage to vessels off both the UAE and Qatar.
Market Trading Guide: Buy ACME Solar and Ather Energy on Friday for gains up to 14%
Nifty tumbled amid surging crude oil prices and the Fed’s cautious rate outlook, with technical indicators signaling bearish momentum. Analysts warn of further downside below 23,000, while select stocks like ACME Solar and Ather Energy show bullish breakout potential.
Oil jumps above $119 a barrel on Middle East energy attacks
Iran launched missile attacks on energy facilities in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait following an Israeli strike on its gas field, escalating regional tensions. Brent crude prices surged past $119 a barrel, nearing multi-year highs. European gas prices also soared. The U.S. is considering lifting sanctions on Iranian oil.