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Market Trading Guide: SAIL, NTPC Green among 4 top stock recommendations for up to 8% gains on Wednesday
Nifty 50 rose sharply for a second session, driven by banking, auto and metal stocks, signalling bullish momentum. Analysts highlighted breakout patterns and recommended SAIL, MCX, NTPC Green and Aeroflex Industries.

Gold rate drops 4% in March despite US–Iran war, increased inflationary risks— Could an end to war trigger a major fall?
US Gold Futures has shed more than 4% in March so far despite a US-Iran war. Domestic spot gold prices, as per the MCX data, have declined by more than ₹3,000, or 2%, per 10 grams this month.
Commodity Radar: Crude oil futures jump over 4% on MCX. Religare analyst sees 13% upside, suggests initiating long positions
Crude oil prices surged over 4% on MCX as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupted supply expectations. Analysts expect continued volatility but maintain a bullish outlook, citing tight supply conditions. Religare suggests initiating long positions, with potential upside driven by sustained disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.

Gold rate today in India ₹24,000 away from record high. Time to buy or sell as Nifty-gold ratio hits 1.50?
MCX gold rate today is around ₹1,56,750 per 10 gm, around ₹24,000 away from the record high of ₹1,80,779
MCX outperforms market; stock rallies 17% in 1 month, nears record high - Business Standard
MCX outperforms market; stock rallies 17% in 1 month, nears record highBusiness Standard
10+ MFs added these 8 stocks in February; 3 turned multibaggers, soar up to 140% in FY26
Over 10 mutual funds increased exposure to stocks like Multi Commodity Exchange of India, GE Vernova T&D India and National Aluminium Company in February, with three turning multibaggers and delivering up to 140% returns in FY26.

Gold Rate Today: Check the live price of 22K, 24K and 18K gold prices on 17 March 2026
MCX gold April contracts increased by more than ₹650 per 10 grams to 1,57,130. In the previous session, the MCX gold April futures contract ended at ₹1,55,736 per 10 grams, losing about 2%. Take a look at the gold prices in your city today, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai.

Gold near ₹1.57 lakh per 10 grams on MCX, silver gains 2%
Gold and silver prices in India rose on March 17, with MCX gold for April 2026 delivery up 1% and silver for May 2026 delivery up 2%, influenced by global trends.
Stocks to buy for short term: From Coal India, MCX to Astral— Experts recommend 6 technical picks for next 1-2 weeks - Mint
Stocks to buy for short term: From Coal India, MCX to Astral— Experts recommend 6 technical picks for next 1-2 weeksMint
Sebi eases settlement guarantee norms for commodity derivatives clearing corporations
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has revised Core Settlement Guarantee Fund norms for commodity clearing corporations, requiring stress scenarios of three member defaults. The regulator also allowed mutual funds to undertake intraday borrowing to manage temporary liquidity mismatches.

SEBI panel seeks exchange feedback on allowing FPIs in commodity options
Sources said exchanges have been asked to submit their views ahead of the panel’s next meeting. The feedback will help the committee assess the feasibility, risk management framework, and market readiness for permitting FPIs to trade in commodity options.

Is gold losing its safe-haven appeal to long-term government-backed bonds?
COMEX gold prices have declined about 11%, while MCX gold rate has dropped nearly 19% from their peak levels. The decline comes despite the ongoing escalation of the US–Iran war, which would typically boost demand for safe-haven assets.