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Tech-Led global selloff, Fed rate fears weigh on Indian equities
Indian stock markets experienced their sharpest single-day drop in nearly a month, mirroring a global tech sell-off. The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex both fell significantly, influenced by a strong US dollar and profit-taking after recent gains. While pharma and healthcare sectors showed resilience, most others, including metals and IT, declined. Market volatility increased, with analysts watching key support levels closely.
INR settles lower amid pessimistic global sentiments
The Indian rupee declined 11 paise to close at 94.74 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday weighed down by a firm greenback and weak domestic markets. However, a decline in global crude oil prices cushioned against a sharper decline in the local unit. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 94.73 against the US dollar and traded in a range of 94.63-94.92 before settling at 94.74 (provisional), down 11 paise from its previous close. Indian stock indices Sensex and the Nifty50 ended notably lower on Tuesday, weighed down by weakness in global markets, FII selling and weak Indian PMI data. Global tech stocks fell amid concerns that AI-driven valuations have become overstretched, triggering heavy selling in the Indian tech space.
India’s biggest equity fund makes contrarian bet on IT stocks
India’s largest actively managed equity fund, PPFAS Flexi Cap, is increasing exposure to beaten-down IT stocks, taking a contrarian view on AI disruption fears. CIO Rajeev Thakkar argues pessimism is overdone, betting on productivity gains and valuation comfort even as the Nifty IT index heads for its worst year since 2008.
Jio IPO, AI push to aid RIL's next growth leg: S Meena, Swastika Investmart
The AGM reinforces Reliance's transition from traditional energy to a tech-energy-retail powerhouse. The Jio IPO is the near-term catalyst for value unlocking
RIL AGM Highlights: Five drivers for future growth
Reliance is transforming into a deep-tech and advanced manufacturing leader, highlighting five verticals within the company as those with potential for exponential value creation, Chairman Mukesh Ambani said in speech at the latest annual general meeting. These five are: Jio, AI, Retail, FMCG and New Energy.
Target Corp leases 8.3 lakh sq ft office space in Bengaluru for 10 years
US retail giant Target Corporation secures a significant office space in Bengaluru. The company will occupy over 8.3 lakh square feet at Embassy Manyata Business Park. This long-term lease, valued at approximately Rs 1,250 crore, highlights the growing presence of global capability centers in India's tech hub. The deal underscores sustained demand for Grade A office spaces in Bengaluru.
Sonata Software Ltd leads gainers in 'A' group
Va Tech Wabag Ltd, Dr Lal Pathlabs Ltd, MMTC Ltd and Hindustan Construction Company Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 16 June 2026.
ABFRL's Sangeeta Tanwani steps down as Pantaloons CEO
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) said Sangeeta Tanwani has ceased to be whole-time director (WTD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of its Pantaloons business with effect from close of business hours on 31 July 2026.
Panacea Biotec Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Agri-Tech (India) Ltd, Orbit Exports Ltd, Shardul Securities Ltd and Creative Eye Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 10 June 2026.
Asian markets slump after latest escalation between US and Iran leads to oil spike
Asian stocks and tech shares fell after US strikes on Iran, oil rose, the dollar strengthened, defensive S&P 500 sectors gained, and focus turns to the US inflation report
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.
NLC India shares in focus as government's Offer For Sale opens for non-retail investors
Among the public shareholders, mutual funds of India had a 9.49% stake in NLC India, led mainly by Nippon Life India AMC (5.65%) and Kotak Mahindra MF (2.6%). The stock is up over 30% so far in 2026.