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Infosys, TCS and other IT stocks rise up to 2% despite weak market mood. What’s driving the resilience?
Indian IT shares surged on Wednesday, defying a market downturn. Infosys, TCS, and Wipro saw gains of 2.25%. This rebound follows a sharp correction last month. A weaker Rupee and oversold conditions are boosting IT stocks. Meanwhile, global tensions and rising crude oil prices impacted the broader market.
Oil shock from Iran war raises risks for India’s stock market; here’s how
Escalating Middle East tensions are pushing oil prices higher, significantly impacting India's beaten-up equities and widening their underperformance against global peers. Analysts warn of further downside for Indian assets due to the country's heavy reliance on imported energy, potentially driving inflation and weakening the economy and currency.
Stock Market Crash: Rs 10 lakh crore wiped out as Sensex plunges 1,122 pts, Nifty closes below 24,500; 4 factors behind today’s bloodbath
Stock Market Crash: Indian equity markets experienced a sharp downturn, with the Sensex and Nifty plummeting around 2% due to escalating Middle East conflict involving the US and Iran. Surging crude oil prices, heavy FII selling, and global headwinds contributed to the significant erosion of investor wealth.
War reaches India Inc as fire reported at JSW Infra oil storage terminal in Fujairah
A fire broke out at JSW Infrastructure’s Fujairah oil storage terminal after an Iranian drone was intercepted, marking the first direct impact of the US-Israel-Iran conflict on an Indian company.
India unlikely to see petrol, diesel price hike despite global oil prices spiking to $80
Global oil prices have jumped significantly following attacks and retaliatory strikes in the Middle East. However, Indian consumers are unlikely to see a hike in petrol and diesel prices. Fuel companies have built up profits and can absorb the current price rise. The government is committed to shielding citizens from sharp increases, especially with upcoming elections.
Indian govt assures fuel availability, affordability amid Iran-Israel tensions
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas reviewed crude and LPG supplies as Iran-Israel tensions pushed up global oil prices and raised concerns over energy security.
Top Gainers & Losers on March 02: IndiGo, RVNL, Syrma SGS, LT Foods, Swiggy, OLA among top losers today
On March 2, the Indian stock market fell over 1% amid rising Middle East tensions after US and Israeli attacks on Iran. Iran retaliated, raising fears of war and causing crude oil prices to spike, with Saudi Aramco halting operations at a refinery following a drone strike.
Best places to hide in war: 20 stocks analysts say to bet on amid US-Iran conflict
Global markets are experiencing volatility due to Middle East tensions. Indian equities are bracing for this uncertainty. Analysts suggest certain stocks in energy, metals, IT, pharma, defence, and banking could offer relative safety. Investors are advised to watch for opportunities amidst the current market movements. Oil prices and currency fluctuations are key factors to monitor.
Iran-Israel tensions likely to trigger choppy trade on Monday. What should investors do?
Indian stock markets are poised for a gap-down opening on Monday following preemptive strikes by Israel on Iran. Global cues remain negative, with experts anticipating choppy trade and advising investors to utilize corrections for long-term buying opportunities. The trajectory of crude oil prices is a key trigger for domestic markets.
Oil Above $100! Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei Warns on Hormuz | US Markets Slide | Opening Bell
Brent crude climbs above $100 as Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warns the Strait of Hormuz should remain closed to pressure enemies and calls for US military bases to shut in the Middle East. Global markets react sharply. Asian markets open lower with Nikkei 225 down 2% and Kospi sliding nearly 3%. US markets hit new 2026 lows as the Dow Jones tumbles 740 points while NASDAQ dips. Meanwhile, US Treasury yields rise and gold slips on a stronger dollar. With GIFT Nifty signaling a gap-down start for Indian equities and oil prices surging, what does this mean for inflation and investors? Tune in as Surabhi Upadhyay and market experts decode the big global cues shaping today’s market action.
US Steps In to Escort Ships in Hormuz | Oil Near $108 | Kotak Bank Steady | Opening Bell
Markets kick off the week with global tensions in focus as US President Donald Trump announces “Project Freedom” to escort stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran calls the US response to its 14-point proposal unacceptable, keeping geopolitical risks elevated and pushing Brent crude near $108. US markets ended higher on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and NASDAQ Composite gaining up to 1.6%, supported by strong earnings from Exxon Mobil, Chevron, and Estée Lauder. Economic data remains mixed, with steady manufacturing activity and a rise in consumption. Back home, Kotak Mahindra Bank reports a stable quarter, while GIFT Nifty suggests a positive start for Indian markets. Investors also keep a close watch on state election results for further cues.
LIVE | Trump Says Op Epic Fury coming to an end | Oil slides 7%, Brent at $102 | Dollar lower
Global markets remained cautiously optimistic amid mixed economic and geopolitical signals. Donald Trump warned that Iran could face intensified bombing if it failed to agree to a peace deal, raising geopolitical tensions and supporting safe-haven demand. Asian equities were largely higher, with Nikkei 225 crossing the 62,000 mark for the first time, while Wall Street benchmarks gained 1–2% on hopes of global deal progress, pushing the S&P 500 and NASDAQ Composite to record closes. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar index fell to 85 and the 10-year Treasury yield eased to 4.35%, boosting gold prices to over a one-week high near $4,678 per ounce. Crude oil prices also stayed elevated, with Brent around $101 per barrel and WTI near $95, while GIFT Nifty signaled a weak start for Indian markets.