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Bulls hold ground: Sensex up 568 pts, Nifty above 23,550
Domestic equity indices ended Tuesday's session with strong gains, extending their rally for the second consecutive day, tracking positive global cues. However, sentiment remained cautious amid concerns over the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East and elevated crude oil prices, which continue to weigh on investor confidence. Despite these headwinds, value buying at lower levels helped markets sustain momentum and close in positive territory. The Nifty settled above the 23,550 mark, supported by gains in metal and auto stocks, while weakness in IT and FMCG shares capped the upside.
Nifty 50 can crash to 21,000 if crude oil prices remain around $100 for next 3-4 months amid US-Iran war: Seshadri Sen
Seshadri Sen of Emkay Global cautions that Nifty 50 could crash to 21,000 if oil prices remain above $100 for 3-4 months. However, he expects the situation to reverse once crude oil prices moderate to around $70 per barrel.
Too early to call market bottom; prefer gradual investing via SIPs and funds: Anand Shah
Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC, which manages funds worth ₹28,318 crore as of February 28, 2026, advises investors to avoid deploying cash aggressively as markets may not have bottomed yet. He recommends gradual allocation through SIPs or staggered investments, using a mix of ETFs and mutual funds rather than direct stock picking. Amid inflation, rising energy prices, and global shifts, Shah prefers value over growth and asset-heavy businesses. Commodity producers may benefit, while consumers like autos could face pressure.
Sensex, Nifty get a breather; broader markets remain under pressure
Benchmark indices rose over 1% after last week's steep fall, led by HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Reliance Industries, but broader markets stayed weak amid rising crude prices and global tensions
Sensex's 1,800 point intraday surge powered by fantastic four: HDFC Bank, RIL, SBI and ICICI Bank
Indian stock markets experienced a strong rebound today. The Sensex surged over 900 points, while the Nifty also saw significant gains. This recovery was largely driven by major banking and financial stocks. Experts suggest this was a short-covering rally after a sharp correction. While markets showed resilience, volatility remains a concern. Investors are watching key levels for future direction.
US-Iran war impact: Global brokerages Citi, Nomura slash Nifty 50 December-end targets as Middle East tensions weigh
Middle East conflict prompts Citi and Nomura to cut India's Nifty 50 annual targets amid rising risks to growth and corporate earnings from surging oil prices.
Vinay Rajani of HDFC Sec suggests Hero MotoCorp, Oberoi Realty shares to sell in the near-term
The Nifty 50 and Sensex rose on March 16, recovering from a challenging week. However, high crude oil prices amid geopolitical tensions are causing investor caution. Nifty 50 has seen a significant decline recently, raising concerns about future economic stability and investor confidence.
Sensex falls 600 points, Nifty below 23,000: Oil above $100 among 7 triggers behind today's D-St crash
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn for the fourth consecutive session, with Sensex and Nifty 50 falling sharply. Elevated crude oil prices, driven by the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, continue to weigh on investor sentiment and global markets.
Shareholder Lock-in: Urban Company, ICICI Prudential AMC among cos to become eligible for trading this week
More than 100 crore shares across nine recently listed companies are set to become eligible for trading this week as their respective shareholder lock-in periods expire. Among the companies where shares will become tradable are Urban Company, ICICI Prudential Asset Management Co, Aye Finance, and Fractal Analytics, though the expiry of the lock-in does not necessarily mean that all eligible shares will be sold in the open market.
Too early to see shift from equities to FDs: Federal Bank CEO KVS Manian
Speaking to CNBC-TV18 on the sidelines of the 21st India Business Leader Awards, KVS Manian, MD and CEO of Federal Bank, said it is too early to see investors moving money from equities back to fixed deposits. A Balasubramanian, MD and CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, added that mutual fund investors continue to see healthy three- and five-year returns, helping keep inflows steady despite recent market volatility.
Fuel Shortages From War Begin To Threaten Global Food Supply
Two weeks into the US-Israeli war with Iran, flows of crude oil, liquefied natural gas and fertilizer have been choked by attacks on energy infrastructure across the Middle East.
Stock Market Highlights: Rs 9.5 Lakh Crore Investor Wealth Wiped Out As Oil Shock Rattles Markets - NDTV
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