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India's retail car sales hit record in April, but Mideast crisis clouds outlook
Indian car sales reached an all-time high in April. Passenger vehicle sales saw a significant jump. This growth was driven by rate cuts, easier financing, and strong demand from rural areas. However, concerns about Middle East tensions and rising fuel prices may affect demand in the coming months. Dealers are monitoring inventory levels and urging caution from manufacturers.
Retail direct equity bets fall, MF holdings rise to new high
Individual investors reduced direct equity ownership for the third consecutive quarter, while mutual fund holdings reached a record high, driven by surging retail inflows. Foreign ownership hit a 14-year low amid a risk-off sentiment, contrasting with domestic institutional holdings climbing to an all-time peak.
Rupee falls 39 paise to end at all-time low of 95.23 against US dollar — What's plaguing the domestic currency?
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.95 against the US dollar, then lost ground and finally settled for the day at 95.23 (provisional), registering a fall of 39 paise over its previous close.
Rupee falls to all-time low of 95.23 against dollar amid oil pressure
Indian rupee hits record low beyond 95 per dollar as strong US dollar, rising crude oil, foreign outflows and geopolitical risks intensify pressure.
INR falls near record low levels hurt by elevated oil prices
The Indian rupee depreciated 14 paise to close near its all-time low at 94.82 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices, hovering well above $100 per barrel, and continued foreign capital outflows. Brent crude prices climbed toward $115 a barrel today, hitting a four-year high on mounting uncertainty around global supply amid the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Elevated crude oil price is likely to sharply impact India's import costs, while the ongoing West Asia crisis and concerns over potential wider conflict are fuelling investor anxiety. Meanwhile, Indian shares rose notably on Wednesday despite mixed cues from global markets and growing anxiety over surging energy prices, capping downside in the counter. Sensex settled 609.45 points (0.79%) higher at 77,496.36 while Nifty 50 advanced 181.95 points (0.76%) to close at 24,177.65. Investors are also awaiting cues from the upcoming US Federal Reserve policy decision as dollar ..
Rupee falls 14 paise to close near all-time low level at 94.82 against US dollar
Rupee closes at 94.82 near record low against US dollar, hit by rising Brent crude, FII outflows and West Asia crisis, as markets await US Federal Reserve decision
Phoenix Mills shares surge over 8% as retail consumption hits all-time high in FY26
Under Phoenix Mills' hotels business, the St. Regis in Mumbai delivered revenue per average room growth of 6% in the fourth quarter from the previous year and 7% in the entire fiscal. Its occupancy was sustained at 86% in FY26.
Rupee could fall to 100/dollar if oil stays above $110/barrel: Neelkanth Mishra
The Axis Bank chief economist's comments come at a time when the local unit has fallen by 4.5% against the dollar since the war in West Asia began on 28 February, and 11% in FY26, hitting an all-time low of 95.1250 per dollar on 30 March.
Rupee hits all-time low against dollar: Key drivers explained
The Indian rupee hit an all-time low of 92.54 per US dollar due to high oil prices and Middle East conflict. Barclays suggests long on Chinese yuan, while HSBC favors the Singapore dollar.
INR settles at new lifetime low as soaring oil prices dampen sentiments
The Indian rupee declined 14 paise to settle at an all-time low of 92.42 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices and sustained outflow of foreign funds amid the West Asia crisis. A positive trend in domestic equity markets also helped the domestic currency at the lower level, even as investors remained watchful of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. Indian stock markets closed significantly higher for the second consecutive session, driven by gains in auto and metal sectors despite volatility. The Sensex jumped 568 points (0.75%) to close at 76,071, while the Nifty 50 added over 172 points (0.74%) to end at 23,581, rebounding after recent sharp losses. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.35 and hit the lowest intra-day level of 92.47 against the greenback. The unit finally ended at a new lifetime low of 92.42.
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.
India's retail inflation rises to 3.21% in February
Indias retail inflation stood at 3.21% in February, according to data released on Thursday. The Consumer Price Index (CPI)-based inflation had stood at 2.75% in January under the revised CPI series with 2024 as the base year. The latest inflation print comes at a time when tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States have raised concerns about disruptions to global oil supplies. Year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) with base year 2024 for the month of February, 2026 over February, 2025 is 3.21%(Provisional), the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation stated. Corresponding inflation rates for rural and urban are 3.37% and 3.02%, respectively. Year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) for the month of February, 2026 over February, 2025 is 3.47% (Provisional). Corresponding inflation rates for rural and urban are 3.46% and 3.48%, respectively. Year-on-year Housing inflation rate for the ..