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India sits out the global bull run in the first half of 2026
Indian equities logged their worst first-half performance since 2022, with the Nifty falling 8.7% as war-driven volatility, record foreign outflows and an AI-led IT sector rout weighed on sentiment. Domestic institutional buying of ₹4.63 trillion cushioned the blow.
Nifty IT logs worst first half since 2003 as AI fears weigh on sector
The Nifty IT index fell 31 per cent in January-June 2026 as AI disruption, weak global demand and slowing growth weighed on India's information technology sector
India's sound macroeconomic fundamentals provide greater resilience to external shocks, says RBI
Reserve Bank released the June 2026 edition of the Financial Stability Report (FSR) today. It noted that despite repeated shocks, the global financial system has thus far demonstrated notable resilience, with markets remaining orderly after an initial bout of volatility following the outbreak of the West Asia conflict. Nevertheless, global financial stability risks remain elevated. Persistent supply chain uncertainties could tighten financial conditions and revive inflationary pressures. Meanwhile, elevated public debt, bond market fragilities, stretched asset valuations, and leveraged NBFIs remain key vulnerabilities that could amplify future shocks.
Stocks to Watch today: HDFC Bank, Biocon, SJVN, Container Corp, Yes Bank
Stocks to Watch today, June 30, 2026: Tech Mahindra, Axis Bank, Godrej Properties, RITES, SIS, Jagsonpal Pharma, and Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy are top stocks to remain in focus
INR rebounds in opening trades; Gains unlikely to hold
The Indian rupee appreciated in opening trades on Monday as a temporary pause in Middle East attacks and upcoming diplomatic talks in Qatar is supporting broader Asian currency markets. However, the rally is unlikely to sustain given broad strength in dollar and rebounding international oil prices. Besides, negative cues from equities are also likely to add pressure on the counter. INR opened at Rs 94.36 per dollar and hit a high of 94.25 so far during the day. On Thursday, the pair ended at 94.45 as Friday was a market holiday on account of Muharram. As of the morning trade on June 29, 2026, the Indian benchmark indices are trading flat, with the NSE Nifty 50 hovering around 24,056.00 and the BSE Sensex trading near 77,100.47.
Will Sensex, Nifty extend gains or turn volatile? Q1 updates, F&O expiry among 8 factors set to steer stock market this week
Indian markets head into a crucial week with investors tracking Q1 business updates, June F&O expiry, auto sales data, FII flows, crude oil prices, monsoon progress, US bond yields and key macroeconomic releases. While benchmark indices have remained resilient, profit booking in broader markets signals caution as traders assess domestic and global cues for the next leg of market direction.
HDFC Mutual Fund buys additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health for Rs 130 crore
HDFC Mutual Fund has secured an additional 10 lakh shares of Global Health, which is known for operating Medanta hospitals, from co-founder Sunil Sachdeva for Rs 130 crore. This acquisition builds on a prior purchase made last month. The transaction accounts for a 0.37% stake in the company. In related news, Global Health has reported an impressive 39.7% increase in its fourth-quarter profit after tax, totaling Rs 141.7 crore.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday
Sensex and Nifty plunged over 1% on Tuesday amid global market weakness, IT sector losses, a weaker rupee and fresh foreign fund outflows. Investors will track technical levels, global cues, FII activity and key stock movements on Wednesday as markets look for direction after the sharp decline.
Swiggy Teams Up With Zerodha Fund House To Enable Mutual Fund Investments For Gig Workers
Swiggy partners Zerodha Fund House to let delivery partners invest in mutual funds from Rs 100.
Japan may have deployed US Treasuries to support a weak Yen
Japan likely sold US Treasuries to fund record yen intervention, cutting foreign securities by $77 billion, raising US concerns over bond stability and future Yensupport
Easing West Asia tensions boost IPO activity, 3 issues to open next week
The primary market is showing signs of revival as improving geopolitical conditions in West Asia have boosted investor sentiment, prompting three mainboard IPO launches next week and paving the way for more public issues in the pipeline. Cordelia Cruises operator Waterways Leisure Tourism, Jaipur-based jewellery manufacturer Advit Jewels, and IT solutions provider CSM Technologies will launch their maiden public issues over the next few days, while packaging solutions provider Knack Packaging is expected to announce its price band. Quick commerce unicorn Zepto is looking to raise over Rs 10,000 crore, and the country's largest fund house, SBI Mutual Fund, plans to launch its Rs 13,000-crore public issue next month, according to people familiar with the development. In June, CMR Green Technologies and Hexagon Nutrition have already launched their IPOs, while the public issue of insurtech unicorn Turtlemint Fintech Solutions is currently underway. Adding to the momentum, the National
Rajesh Palviya of Axis Sec suggests K.P.R. Mill, Olectra Greentech, Nykaa shares to buy today - 19 June
The Indian stock market experienced a pullback as major indices dropped, primarily due to a slump in IT stocks triggered by Accenture's disappointing outlook. The Nifty 50 and Sensex both fell, reflecting investor caution amidst profit-taking after prior gains.