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Sensex Today | Stock Market Live: GIFT Nifty hints a muted start; US, Asian markets fall
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Wall Street stocks pulled back from record highs on Wednesday as flaring tensions in the Middle East and rising crude prices stoked inflation jitters and convinced investors to take some profits. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 620.72 points, or 1.21%, to 50,687.07, the S&P 500 lost 56.06 points, or 0.74%, to 7,553.72 and the Nasdaq Composite lost 239.92 points, or 0.89%, to 26,853.98.
US-Iran exchange fire at Strait of Hormuz| Oil prices resume climb | Nifty finds resistance at 24350
Global markets remain on edge as rising US-Iran tensions near the Strait of Hormuz push oil prices higher and trigger volatility across equities. Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite see profit booking while Brent crude stays above $100/barrel. Back home, NIFTY 50 struggles near key resistance, even as midcaps hit record highs. Markets also react to major earnings from State Bank of India , Titan Company , Bank of Baroda and others. Stay tuned for market outlook, top stocks, crude oil movement, rupee action, and global cues driving today’s trade.
US Steps In to Escort Ships in Hormuz | Oil Near $108 | Kotak Bank Steady | Opening Bell
Markets kick off the week with global tensions in focus as US President Donald Trump announces “Project Freedom” to escort stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran calls the US response to its 14-point proposal unacceptable, keeping geopolitical risks elevated and pushing Brent crude near $108. US markets ended higher on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and NASDAQ Composite gaining up to 1.6%, supported by strong earnings from Exxon Mobil, Chevron, and Estée Lauder. Economic data remains mixed, with steady manufacturing activity and a rise in consumption. Back home, Kotak Mahindra Bank reports a stable quarter, while GIFT Nifty suggests a positive start for Indian markets. Investors also keep a close watch on state election results for further cues.
Taking Stock: Sensex, Nifty extend gains on 3rd day; rupee sinks to fresh low
Biggest Nifty gainers were Jio Financial, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Eternal, M&M, while losers included Coal India, NTPC, HUL, Cipla and Sun Pharma.
Relief Rally in Global Markets 🌍 | Oil Cools, Hormuz Tensions | Nifty 23,500 in Focus | Opening Bell
Global markets show signs of a relief rally with Asian indices higher and Wall Street gains. Strait of Hormuz tensions ease as Donald Trump says helping nations will be announced soon. Brent crude trades near $102/bbl; Dow Jones up 387 pts, S&P 500 & Nasdaq +1%. GIFT Nifty points to a positive start in India. Also: Nvidia unveils chips for space mission at GTC 2026 AI Conference. Catch Surabhi Upadhyay with market experts on Opening Bell.
LIVE: US Fed leaves rates unchanged, signals hike ahead | Brent oil still below $80 | Opening Bell
US Fed holds rates steady at 3.5%-3.75%, signals one more hike this year. US bond yields and dollar surge after the FOMC decision, while Brent crude remains below $80 despite fresh geopolitical tensions. Markets react to developments around the US-Iran agreement, rising Middle East risks, and mixed global equities. Plus, Dow tumbles 500 points, Asian markets hit record highs, gold slips, and GIFT Nifty points to a gap-up start for Indian markets.
LIVE: Brent Oil Falls, Fed Decision Tonight | Nifty Set for Positive Start | Opening Bell
Brent crude prices are under pressure amid expectations that Iran could resume oil exports, easing concerns around global energy supplies. Investors are also closely tracking the outcome of the U.S. Federal Reserve's policy meeting, where interest rates are widely expected to remain unchanged. Wall Street ended mixed overnight, with the Dow Jones hitting a fresh record high while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 closed lower. SpaceX continued its post-IPO rally, gaining 4% and trading nearly 50% above its offer price. Back home, Indian markets ended near the day's highs on Tuesday, with the Nifty extending gains for a third consecutive session and closing above 23,950. While FIIs remained net sellers, easing oil prices, lower bond yields, and positive global cues could support a firm start for Indian equities today. Stay tuned to Opening Bell for all the key market triggers, stocks in focus, and trading strategies for the session ahead.
Taking Stock: Nifty, Sensex extend losses for second day as oil surges; rupee falls
More than 360 stocks touched their 52-week low, including Hexaware Technologies, Jubilant Foodworks, Five-Star Business, C E Info Systems, Varun Beverages, Jyothy Labs, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, ITC Hotels, Lemon Tree, Trent, KPIT Technologies, Jyoti CNC Auto, Swiggy, Colgate Palmolive, Cera Sanitary, Aegis Logistics, IRCTC, among others.
SBI MF buys additional 4% stake in Urban Company; Wellington Management, DF International exit
SBI Mutual Fund already held 1.89 percent shareholding in Urban Company as of December 2025.
Market Meltdown: Nifty, Bank Nifty Slide as Oil Surges & Rupee Hits All-Time Low | Closing Bell
Global tensions trigger a sharp sell-off across markets as Indian equities witness a “Fearful Friday” on Dalal Street. The Nifty plunges 5% for the week, marking its biggest weekly fall in four years, while frontline indices are now 11–13% below record highs. Oil prices surge past $101, the rupee hits a fresh all-time low, and metal, auto, and midcap stocks lead the broad-based decline. Is this just panic selling or the start of a deeper correction? Catch Surabhi Upadhyay in conversation with market experts decoding the market meltdown, global risks, and what investors should do next.
LIVE: Nifty Bulls Return! Oil Crashes 4% | US-Iran Deal to Be Signed Friday in Geneva | Opening Bell
Indian markets are set for a strong gap-up opening as global sentiment improves following reports of a finalized US-Iran deal. Oil prices plunged 4%, US futures surged, and Asian markets rallied, providing a positive backdrop for equities. 📈 Key Market Triggers Today: ✅ GIFT Nifty signals a strong opening ✅ Brent crude falls 4% to $84 per barrel ✅ US-Iran deal expected to be officially signed in Geneva ✅ Strait of Hormuz set to reopen, easing supply concerns ✅ Dow gained 0.7%, Nasdaq rose 0.3% ✅ SpaceX surged 19% on its market debut ✅ Nifty closed above 22,500 and 20-day EMA ✅ Bank Nifty gained for the fourth straight week ✅ FIIs sold ₹1,082 crore, while DIIs bought ₹5,341 crore ✅ Rupee strengthened against the US dollar Watch the full Opening Bell analysis to know the key levels, global cues, and stocks to watch today.
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