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Demat account additions pick up on D-Street rebound
India added over 2.5 million demat accounts in June, the highest since February. This growth occurred as key market indices Nifty 50 and Sensex advanced significantly. Improved market sentiment followed the easing of geopolitical concerns and potential IPO announcements. Broader market participation and digital onboarding are attracting new retail investors. Future demat account growth will depend on Indian market performance and investor confidence.
Stock Market Mid-Day Report, July 8, 2026: Sensex, Nifty Decline Further at Midday; Iran-US Hostilities Rattle Investors - HDFC Sky
Stock Market Mid-Day Report, July 8, 2026: Sensex, Nifty Decline Further at Midday; Iran-US Hostilities Rattle InvestorsHDFC Sky
Titan vs Kalyan Jewellers: What Q1 sales indicate about demand and which stock to buy
India’s gold jewellery sector faced multiple challenges in Q1FY27, including inflation concerns, higher interest rate expectations and the Adhik Maas period impacting wedding-related demand. Despite these pressures, Titan and Kalyan Jewellers reported strong business updates, supported by resilient jewellery demand, store expansion and growth across domestic and international markets.
Indian Rupee loses momentum as international oil prices and dollar firms up
The Indian rupee lost momentum in opening trades on Wednesday as international oil prices and dollar firmed up following renewed tensions between US and Iran. Reported US air strikes on Iran drove oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and reinforcing expectations of interest rate hikes that kept dollar index upbeat. Meanwhile, investors also wait for the minutes of the Federal Reserves June meeting for additional insight into the policy outlook. INR opened at Rs 95.15 per dollar and hit a low of 95.19 so far during the day. Local equities are also seen in negative tracking global peers on concerns that the AI-fueled rally in chipmakers may be losing momentum. The Nifty 50 has fallen below 24,250 while the BSE Sensex has tumbled over 550 points, trading around the 77,60077,800 range. Yesterday, rupee appreciated 48 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar, on improved global risk sentiments as higher traffic flows through the Strait of Hormuz reduced supply uncertainties.
Cost pressure to keep Q1 profit growth muted for Nifty 50 companies
Nifty 50 companies anticipate double-digit revenue growth for the June 2026 quarter. Profit growth is projected to remain in single digits due to margin compression. Input cost inflation and elevated crude prices are impacting profitability significantly. Companies with strong pricing power are expected to better protect their profit margins. Select sectors like automobiles and banking are poised for strong growth.
Nifty Outlook for July 8: 24,500 remains supply zone ahead of results season
After encountering resistance near the 24,500 level, the Nifty could witness further consolidation or a mild pullback over the next one to two sessions before attempting another rebound, believes Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities.
INR appreciates on improved market sentiment
The Indian rupee appreciated 15 paise to 95.28 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday on improved market sentiment after reports that Saudi Arabia has slashed August crude oil prices for Asia amid easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Lower Middle East risk premium and higher traffic from the Strait of Hormuz kept the oil prices lower. At the interbank foreign exchange market the rupee opened at 95.33 and later touched 95.28 against the American currency, registering a gain of 15 paise from its previous close. Yesterday, rupee depreciated 20 paise to close at 95.43 against the US dollar, as a strengthening greenback weighed on emerging market currencies. Meanwhile, local markets are extending gains amid strong quarterly updates from banking heavyweights like HDFC Bank, favorable monsoon progress, and steady foreign institutional buying. The BSE Sensex was trading at 78,374.76, up by 89.69 points (0.11%), while the NSE Nifty 50 was up 38.90 points (0.16%) at ..
India's favourite safe haven? Why gold hype is facing a reality check in 2026
Gold's appeal as a safe haven has slowed after a strong rally this year. Profit-booking and easing geopolitical tensions have led to a market reassessment. The US Federal Reserve's interest rate stance remains a significant factor for gold prices. Investors are currently prioritizing growth assets like equities over protection trades.
Dixon Tech, Coforge, 8 other stocks among Motilal’s non-Nifty ideas ahead of Q1 results
Motilal Oswal has identified ten non-Nifty stocks for investors ahead of quarterly earnings. The brokerage anticipates healthy revenue growth across various market capitalizations. TVS Motor and Dixon Technologies are among the top picks with significant upside potential. Radico Khaitan and Indian Hotels Company also show promising revenue growth prospects. Coforge and Kirloskar Oil Engines are also highlighted for their future performance.
Gift Nifty, Samsung earnings, bond yields to gold rate: 10 key things that changed for Indian stock market overnight - livemint.com
Gift Nifty, Samsung earnings, bond yields to gold rate: 10 key things that changed for Indian stock market overnightlivemint.com
Sensex, Nifty end at highest levels in 10 weeks on HDFC Bank, oil boost
Indian equity benchmarks rose to their highest closing levels in about 10 weeks, supported by HDFC Bank, easing crude oil prices and continued foreign portfolio investor inflows
Rebound in greenback weighs on INR; Gains in local equities cap downside
The Indian rupee depreciated 20 paise to close at 95.38 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, as a strengthening greenback weighed on emerging market currencies. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.25 against the American currency and traded in a range of 95.22-95.48 during the session. The rupee finally closed at 95.38 (provisional), down 20 paise from its previous close. Local shares rose notably on Monday, with benchmark indexes Sensex and Nifty extending gains for a fourth consecutive session, as crude prices continued to fall in international markets following OPEC+'s decision to raise output. Underlying sentiment was also underpinned by eased concerns over near-term Federal Reserve rate hikes, optimism for promising corporate earnings' season, and strong provisional June quarter business growth updates reported by banks. The BSE Sensex surged 521.16 points (0.67%) to close at 78,285.07 and the NSE Nifty 50 climbed 159.50 points (0.66%) to ..