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Nifty June futures trade at a premium
HDFC Bank, Reliance Inds and L&T were top traded contracts
Nifty June futures trade at a premium
HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Reliance Industries were the top traded contracts.
Nifty June futures trade at a premium
HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were the top traded contracts.
Investors Fled From Bearish Oil Fund at a Record Pace Last Week
An exchange-traded product that profits when oil prices fall had its biggest weekly outflow on record as several buffers that had helped keep rallies in check begin to fade.
West Asia crisis, oil prices key driver for gold this week: Analysts
Gold prices will remain sensitive to developments in West Asia, movement in crude oil prices, and a series of key economic data releases in the coming week, analysts said. Investors will monitor trade and inflation data from China and the US, mid-month Washington's consumer sentiment figures and India's Consumer Price Index (CPI) readings. The European Central Bank's monetary policy decision will also be in focus as market participants assess their impact on bullion and other commodities, they added. "Momentum for precious metals such as gold and silver still looks corrective," Pranav Mer, Vice President, EBG -- Commodity & Currency Research, JM Financial Services Ltd, said. Domestic commodity markets ended the week lower, with MCX gold futures for August delivery falling Rs 5,317, or 3.3 per cent, to Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams. Silver for July delivery fell Rs 18,461, or 7 per cent, to Rs 2.48 lakh per kilogram on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). "Gold witnessed a weak ...
Smart money move: Why Groww MF's equity chief is betting on multicap strategies
Anupam Tiwari of Groww Mutual Fund warns of a potential oil shock. He believes a multicap strategy combined with bottom-up investing is suitable for current market conditions. Valuations in mid and small caps have improved, making active stock picking more viable. Tiwari highlights opportunities in financials, industrials, autos, and specialty chemicals.
Nifty June futures trade at premium
HDFC Bank (India), State Bank of India and Reliance Industries were top traded contracts.
Exchange of old gold has risen almost 60% year-on-year, say jewellery retailers
Gold prices are soaring in India, prompting a surge in old gold exchanges. Consumers are trading in existing jewellery to buy new pieces. This trend is reshaping the jewellery market. Leading retailers report significant increases in exchange-led sales. This shift helps reduce the country's reliance on gold imports. Household gold is now entering the market.
INR settles lower as global crude oil prices stay elevated amid Middle East turmoil
The Indian rupee depreciated 15 paise to close at 95.34 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, as global crude oil prices jumped and the American currency remained firm amid massive safe-haven inflows. Significant foreign fund outflows also weighed on the investor sentiments. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.16 against the US dollar, then touched an intraday high of 95.03 and a low of 95.37. Indian shares closed higher on Tuesday, staging a rebound after four days of losses as investors assessed mixed signals over the status of U.S.-Iran peace talks and awaited upcoming RBI rate decision. The Nifty 50 gained 100.95 points (0.43%) to close at 23,483.55, while the Sensex rose 382.50 points (0.52%) to settle at 74,649.84.
INR traded with a depreciating bias amidst widening of merchandise trade deficit and rise in oil prices: RBI annual report 2025-26
The Indian Rupee (INR) traded with a depreciating bias during the year amidst trade related uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, and foreign portfolio investment (FPI) outflows in the equity segment, RBI noted in its annual report 2025-26. The Indian Rupee (INR) experienced bouts of volatility amidst rise in geopolitical tensions and tariff related uncertainties. The widening of merchandise trade deficit and rise in oil prices during the last quarter added to the headwinds. The Reserve Bank intervened in the forex market through operations in the onshore/ offshore OTC and exchange traded currency derivatives segments to maintain orderly market conditions and contain excessive volatility in the exchange rate, the report noted.
Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...
India’s Gold Import Problem May Already Have A Solution At Home
India's massive gold imports are prompting a shift in consumer behaviour. Families are now exchanging old jewellery, unlocking dormant value. Organised brands are expanding gold exchange programs, making purchases more transparent. This trend helps reduce reliance on new gold imports. Indians are not giving up gold but are using their existing holdings more wisely.