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GIFT Nifty rises 100 points, hints at positive start; key trading cues for today
Indian markets closed higher on Tuesday, boosted by banking and financial stocks. The Reserve Bank of India's new forex swap facility eased overseas borrowing concerns. Market sentiment improved with hopes of a Middle East truce and falling crude oil prices. Investors remain watchful due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and inflation worries.
Indian banks better placed than APAC peers: Fitch on West Asia woes
India's banking sector is resilient against the economic impact of the US-Israel conflict with Iran, according to Fitch Ratings. While other APAC nations face pressure from rising fuel costs and slower growth, India maintains a neutral outlook. However, small borrowers might experience strain if oil prices continue to surge, impacting domestic demand and consumer spending.
Namo Bharat records highest single-day ridership of 1.25 lakh commuters, says NCRCTC
A US fighter jet struck an empty tanker near Iran, suspected of involvement in the Iranian oil trade. The vessel's 24 Indian crew members were rescued. Meanwhile, the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor achieved its highest single-day ridership. This surge is attributed to reduced travel times, reliable services, and the prevailing heatwave, making it a preferred commute option.
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.
Sensex rises 395 points, Nifty closes above 23,200; broader markets outperform
Indian stock markets closed higher on Tuesday, with Sensex and Nifty posting marginal gains as broader markets surged. The decline in oil prices following a halt in Iran-Israel attacks boosted investor sentiment, though analysts caution that market sentiment remains fragile due to FII outflows and global macro concerns.
IOC, BPCL, HPCL Trade In Green As Crude Oil Price Steadies At $94 Amid Israel-Iran Tensions
On the NSE, shares of IOCL last traded 0.74% higher at Rs 136.70, BPCL traded 0.75% higher at Rs 287.30, and HPCL shares were last up 0.90% lower at Rs 376.10 apiece on the index.
INR stays pressured amid elevated oil prices and firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee is staying largely unchanged in opening trades on Tuesday amid elevated oil prices and relatively firm dollar overseas. INR opened at Rs 95.47 per dollar and hit a low of 95.62 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee lost further momentum and settled the day lower by around 40 paise at Rs 95.61 per dollar. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data on Friday, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed but has edged marginally below the level today. Meanwhile, Indian shares fell sharply on Monday, mirroring weak cues from global markets as Middle East worries persisted and robust U.S. jobs data led traders to ramp up bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike this year. The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 settled lower amid weak global cues, escalating tensions in West Asia, and rising crude oil prices. The Sensex dropped 719.08 points (0.97%) to settle at 73,524.26, while the Nifty fell 243.70 points (1.04%) to end the day at .
Sensex jumps over 350 points, Nifty above 23,200 as Iran-Israel halt attacks; what lies ahead?
Indian stock markets opened higher, with Sensex and Nifty recovering losses as Iran and Israel agreed to pause attacks, leading to a drop in oil prices. Renewed optimism was broad-based, with mid and small-cap indices outperforming. A US judge's ruling on H-1B fees offered a mild positive for Indian IT stocks.
Rupee opens 24 paise stronger against dollar as oil prices cool, risk sentiment improves
Indian rupee gains to 95.47 against US dollar, boosted by softer crude and RBI inflow measures, as markets watch oil prices and US Federal Reserve outlook.
D-Street indices caught in crossfire as oil roads lead to uncertainty
Indian stock markets tumbled nearly 1% on Monday, mirroring a broader Asian decline. Renewed Middle East hostilities fueled oil prices, while global investors shifted away from AI stocks. The Nifty closed down 243.7 points at 23,123, and the Sensex fell 719.08 points to 73,524.26, reflecting heightened market anxiety.
Gift Nifty hints at muted start for D-Street; key trading cues for today
Indian benchmark indices experienced a sharp sell-off on June 8, influenced by global market weakness, escalating geopolitical tensions, and rising crude oil prices. Analysts note the Nifty has approached immediate support at 23,000-23,200, a confluence of a bullish gap and retracement level. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, while domestic institutional investors bought shares.
Indian Stock Market Declines Amid Global Tensions and Oil Surge - India News Network
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