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GIFT Nifty rises 200 points, hints at a positive start for Dalal Street next week
Indian stocks might open higher next week. GIFT Nifty showed a strong rise Friday morning. Investors are watching oil prices and global events. The market faced a sharp selloff recently. Foreign investors have been selling shares. Geojit Investments notes global sentiment has worsened due to US-Iran tensions. Sunny Agrawal highlights key economic data to track.
Metals, PSU banks drag markets down amid currency weakness and global uncertainty
Indian stocks and the rupee experienced a significant downturn on Thursday. Surging oil prices and rumors of potential military action against Iran impacted investor sentiment. Despite this, Indian markets saw their best April performance in 28 months. The Reserve Bank of India intervened to support the rupee. Markets will be closed on Friday for Maharashtra Day.

Top Gainers and Losers on April 30: Vedanta, Waaree Energies, Eternal, Adani Energy, Ceat, among top losers
The Indian stock market declined in April's final session due to rising crude oil prices and a weak rupee, with the Nifty 50 down 0.73% and the Sensex 0.78%. Both indices recorded over 7% gains for the month, while the rupee hit a record low against the dollar.
Indian Stock Market Crashes Today: BSE & NSE Drop Over 1% Amid Global Tensions, Oil Surge; Investors Risk To Lose ₹9 Lakh Crore - The Sunday Guardian
Indian Stock Market Crashes Today: BSE & NSE Drop Over 1% Amid Global Tensions, Oil Surge; Investors Risk To Lose ₹9 Lakh CroreThe Sunday Guardian
INR falls near record low levels hurt by elevated oil prices
The Indian rupee depreciated 14 paise to close near its all-time low at 94.82 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices, hovering well above $100 per barrel, and continued foreign capital outflows. Brent crude prices climbed toward $115 a barrel today, hitting a four-year high on mounting uncertainty around global supply amid the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Elevated crude oil price is likely to sharply impact India's import costs, while the ongoing West Asia crisis and concerns over potential wider conflict are fuelling investor anxiety. Meanwhile, Indian shares rose notably on Wednesday despite mixed cues from global markets and growing anxiety over surging energy prices, capping downside in the counter. Sensex settled 609.45 points (0.79%) higher at 77,496.36 while Nifty 50 advanced 181.95 points (0.76%) to close at 24,177.65. Investors are also awaiting cues from the upcoming US Federal Reserve policy decision as dollar ..
Oil firms selling petrol at Rs 14 a litre loss, diesel at Rs 18
Indian oil companies face substantial losses on petrol and diesel sales. Elevated crude oil prices are squeezing marketing margins. Cooking gas LPG is projected to incur an Rs 80,000 crore under-recovery this fiscal. Fertiliser subsidies are also set to rise significantly. These pressures impact profitability across various sectors, with relief contingent on easing global tensions and supply chain normalisation.
LPG under-recoveries may hit Rs 80,000 crore in FY2027 amid West Asia disruptions: ICRA
Indian oil companies face significant financial strain. LPG under-recoveries may reach Rs 80,000 crore by FY2027. Supply disruptions and high global prices impact profitability. Fertiliser costs are rising sharply, requiring increased government subsidy. Chemical and gas sectors also see margin pressures. Elevated costs will affect downstream sectors in FY2027.
Stock Market Today Highlights: Sensex ends over 850 points down; Nifty50 below 24,200 as oil prices rise - The Times of India
Stock Market Today Highlights: Sensex ends over 850 points down; Nifty50 below 24,200 as oil prices riseThe Times of IndiaStock Market Highlights, Sensex Today: Sensex Closes 850 Points Lower, Nifty Down 205 Amid Mixed Global CuesNDTVClosing Bell: Sell-off deepens: Nifty breaches 24,200, Sensex plunges 900 pts as crude climbsMoneycontrol.comIndia shares lower at close of trade; Nifty 50 down 0.84%Investing.com IndiaSensex Today Tanks 756 Points | Nifty Below 24,450 | 4 Reasons Why Indian Share Markets are FallingEquitymasterSensex plunges 850 points, Nifty 50 ends below 24,200: Key factors behind stock market crash explainedMintIndians stock markets fall for 2nd day over West Asia tensionsTelangana TodayStock Market Crash Highlights: Nifty, Sensex Slump For Second Day On Negative Global Cues Over Lack Of Progress In US-Iran TalksNDTV ProfitNifty 50, Sensex prediction today: Check how Indian stock market is expected to trade on 23 AprilMint

Top Gainers & Losers on April 23: Union Bank, Trent, Havells, Ashok Leyland, OLA, Canara Bank among top losers
The Indian stock market faced significant declines on April 23 due to rising geopolitical tensions and high crude oil prices. The Nifty 50 fell 0.86%, while the S&P BSE Sensex dropped 1.12%. Sectoral losses were led by Nifty Auto, which fell 2.28%.
HSBC downgrades Indian stocks to ‘underweight’ as oil shock clouds earnings recovery
HSBC has downgraded Indian equities to "underweight," citing surging energy prices from the Middle East war as a threat to the country's earnings recovery. With Brent crude above $100 a barrel, inflation and growth risks are elevated, making India less attractive than North East Asian peers. Earnings forecasts are expected to be revised lower, and foreign investor concerns are mounting.
A case to raise petrol, diesel prices by Rs 25–28 per litre after Bengal, Tamil Nadu elections: Kotak Institutional Equities
Fuel prices in India may rise significantly after April 29. Global crude oil costs are high, causing losses for Indian refiners. Kotak Institutional Equities predicts a potential increase of Rs 25-28 per litre over time. However, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has clarified that there is no such proposal to hike fuel prices by the government.
Why stock market fell today? Sensex plunges 850 pts, Nifty below 24,200. 6 reasons behind selloff
Indian equity benchmarks declined for a second straight session, pressured by a spike in crude oil prices, a weakening rupee and rising geopolitical tensions. Broad-based selling, FII outflows and rising bond yields weighed on sentiment, while volatility increased. Analysts expect near-term market direction to remain uncertain amid global risks and elevated oil prices.