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INR recovers momentum as local equities rebound; recent oil and dollar spike fades amid signs of easing geopolitical tensions
The Indian rupee recovered momentum to settle higher by around 28 paise at Rs 95.31 per dollar on Tuesday, supported by retreating international oil prices and small pullback in dollar overseas. Meanwhile, local equities also rebounded from two-month lows as a halt in hostilities between Israel and Iran boosted hopes that peace negotiations could move forward. Geopolitical tensions eased somewhat, the dollar weakened and Brent crude futures fell below $93 a barrel as Israel and Iran agreed to halt attacks against each other following a series of mutual attacks from Sunday night, which marked the most serious escalation since the ceasefire in April. The BSE Sensex settled 394.50 points (0.54%) higher at 73,918.76, while the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 119.10 points (0.52%) to close at 23,242.10.
Cemindia Projects Ltd leads gainers in 'A' group
Ola Electric Mobility Ltd, Paras Defence and Space Technologies Ltd, Data Patterns (India) Ltd and Raymond Lifestyle Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 09 June 2026.
Marcellus launches global equities fund in GIFT City, targets AI, defence and luxury themes
Marcellus Investment Managers has launched a global equities fund through GIFT City, offering Indian investors access to overseas stocks. The fund targets defence, power, AI-led infrastructure and luxury themes, enabling dollar-denominated investing, diversification and exposure to long-term global growth opportunities.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit: A 12% return is a really good job in markets, says HSBC MF CEO Kailash Kulkarni
HSBC Mutual Fund CEO Kailash Kulkarni urged investors to keep return expectations realistic, saying a 12% annual return is a strong outcome in equity markets. Speaking at the ET Alpha Wealth Summit, he highlighted export-led manufacturing as a key long-term opportunity and said AI could empower retail investors through better access to information.
Which sectors are expensive & which are cheap? PL Capital's valuation guide
PL Capital says defence, power and capital goods stocks remain richly valued, while IT, retail, hotels and real estate trade below historical averages
INR depreciates further to one-week low as oil stays elevated amid Middle East turmoil
The Indian rupee depreciated further in opening trades on Wednesday as oil prices stay elevated, driving fears of inflationary pressures in future. INR opened at Rs 95.43 per dollar and hit a low of 95.65 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee fell 15 paise to close at 95.34 against the US dollar, 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. Local equities continue to stay strained in early trades with BSE Sensex trading at 73,866.45, down by 783.39 points and NSE Nifty 50 trading at 23,247.90, down by 235.65 points.
PB Fintech sees Rs 665 crore block deal as founders pare stake; Goldman among other top funds buy
PB Fintech founders Yashish Dahiya and Alok Bansal sold 38 lakh shares worth Rs 665 crore in a block deal. The shares were purchased by various institutional investors, including Goldman Sachs and Tata Mutual Fund, following the company's recent performance.
RBI should start rate hike cycle as inflation risks rise, says Bandhan MF’s Suyash Choudhary
Average inflation forecasts are likely to move higher, and the RBI should begin the rate hike cycle to maintain its credibility as an inflation-focused central bank, according to Suyash Choudhary, CIO-Fixed Income at Bandhan Mutual Fund. However, he believes rate hikes alone may not immediately solve the problem. He said the RBI must avoid mixed messaging to prevent market uncertainty and added that a favourable mix of global factors — including lower oil prices, better foreign inflows, and a weaker dollar — could help improve the situation.
INR regains ground as oil prices retreat
The Indian rupee regained further ground in opening trades on Monday tracking sharp pullback in international oil prices and weakness in greenback overseas. Improving risk sentiments amid expectation of US and Iran peace deal is waning demand for the safe haven asset. The dollar index is seen trading under 99 mark at 98.98. Washington and Tehran have reportedly signaled progress in talks to end the war, even as US President Donald Trump said he wont rush into an agreement. INR opened at Rs 95.36 per dollar and hit a high of 95.20 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at 95.60. The BSE Sensex is trading at 76,302.90, surging by 887.55 points (1.18%), and the NSE Nifty 50 is at 23,962.35, climbing 243.05 points (1.02%) as of mid-morning. The markets rallied sharply following eased geopolitical tensions and dropping crude oil prices. .
3P Land Holdings Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Atlantaa Ltd, Escorp Asset Management Ltd, Mahalaxmi Rubtech Ltd and Transworld Shipping Lines Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 20 May 2026.
Rs 1 lakh turned to Rs 21 crore! Do you own these 11 penny stocks that delivered over 10,000% returns?
Eleven penny stocks have delivered over 10,000% returns since May 2021, transforming Rs 1 lakh into over Rs 21 crore for some investors. These rallies were fueled by sectors like power, defence, and infrastructure, alongside a surge in retail participation. However, experts caution about the extreme risks associated with these volatile, thinly traded stocks.
Retail SIP boom boosts AMC outlook; Nippon, ICICI Pru lead pack: Siddhartha Khemka
India's asset management sector is transforming with systematic investing driving growth and stability, reducing reliance on volatile discretionary capital. SIP inflows have surged, now forming a significant portion of mutual fund assets, indicating a shift towards predictable, annuity-like revenue streams. This structural change positions the industry for sustained, retail-led expansion.