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Exporters seek 6-month loan moratorium, higher credit as $66 billion West Asia trade faces disruption
West Asia conflict: Indian exporters are requesting a six-month loan repayment pause and increased credit from the government and Reserve Bank of India. This is to counter disruptions in shipments to West Asia, a major trade partner. Policymakers are considering a relief package to support businesses facing these challenges. The commerce secretary expects a briefing on support measures soon.
Sensex's 1,800 point intraday surge powered by fantastic four: HDFC Bank, RIL, SBI and ICICI Bank
Indian stock markets experienced a strong rebound today. The Sensex surged over 900 points, while the Nifty also saw significant gains. This recovery was largely driven by major banking and financial stocks. Experts suggest this was a short-covering rally after a sharp correction. While markets showed resilience, volatility remains a concern. Investors are watching key levels for future direction.

Nifty PSU Bank index falls for fourth day in a row; Three stocks at 52-week low
As a result of the fall in PSU Banks, three stocks, Punjab & Sind Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, and UCO Bank, have declined to a 52-week low.
IDBI Bank shares tumble 15% as govt likely to halt divestment process: Here’s why
IDBI Bank shares saw a significant drop of 15% on Monday. This decline followed a report indicating the Indian government will halt the sale process for a majority stake. The bids received were reportedly lower than the government's expected minimum price. The stock's performance marked its largest single-day fall since June 2024.

Nomura cuts Nifty target by 15% to 24,300, warns of further market correction
Indian equities have corrected 8% in the last two weeks. The Nifty and the Nifty Bank are both down 13% each from their respective record high levels. The only two previous instances of such a fall are during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 and the start of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022.

India’s $100 billion club shrinks as large caps lead market rout
Rising West Asia tensions and a weakening rupee have erased $740 billion from Indian equities, pushing TCS and ICICI Bank out of the $100-billion market-cap club.

Stocks to buy: Nandish Shah of Motilal Oswal positive on PSU banking stocks, recommends SBI, PNB, Indian Bank
Nandish Shah from Motilal Oswal highlights Punjab National Bank, SBI, and Indian Bank as strong long-term investment options. Despite recent market challenges, he emphasises their solid fundamentals and growth potential.

Rupee falls to all-time low of 92.41 against dollar on higher crude prices, equity sell-off
The Indian rupee fell to an all-time low of 92.41 per dollar on March 13, driven by high crude oil prices amid West Asia conflict. The Reserve Bank of India has intervened to manage sharp movements.
Stocks in news: Tata Steel, Kaynes Tech, GAIL, Somany Ceramics, TVS Motor
Indian markets continued their downward trend on Thursday. Several companies saw significant news. BofA Securities invested in Kaynes Technologies. GAIL assured uninterrupted gas supply to Bengaluru. South Indian Bank launched EPF payment services. DCM Shriram approved renewable energy investment. TVS Motor launched a new electric scooter. Tata Steel moved court over a GST demand.

Stocks to Watch for March 13: Max Financial Services, Indian Overseas Bank, JK Lakshmi Cement and more
Max Financial to raise ₹2,000 crore via QIP. Manorama Industries to raise ₹500 crore via securities. Balaji Amines hit by ammonia supply issues. IOB revises MCLR rates. Here are few stocks to track ahead of Friday's trading session.

Indian Overseas Bank cuts 1-month MCLR by 10 bps to 8.20%, effective March 15
Indian Overseas Bank cut the one-month MCLR by 10 basis points to 8.20%, effective March 15, 2026. Q3 net profit rose 56.2% to ₹1,365 crore. Shares rose 0.86% to ₹33.85.
Local factors insulate private credit market from global storm
India's private credit market is expected to remain stable, unlike its global counterparts, due to a robust regulatory framework and a predominantly domestic investor base. Closed-ended funds, a common structure in India, mitigate asset-liability mismatches, a key concern in the US market. Restrictions on bank investments in AIFs further insulate the Indian ecosystem from systemic risks.