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RIL AGM 2026: Jio IPO Timeline To AI Strategy, Here's What To Expect

The virtual AGM, scheduled to begin at 2 pm IST, is expected to feature addresses by Chairman Mukesh Ambani and other senior leaders, outlining Reliance's plans across its telecom, retail, digital and energy businesses.

Market Trading Guide: Radico Khaitan among 2 stock recommendations for Friday

Domestic markets remained range-bound with a positive bias as optimism from the US-Iran peace deal faded amid hawkish Federal Reserve commentary. Rising energy-driven inflation concerns kept investors cautious. Analysts recommended VTL and Radico Khaitan, citing bullish breakouts, strong momentum and potential upside.

India poised to drive next wave of global steel demand, says Lakshmi Mittal

India is set to lead global steel demand in the coming decades. Large-scale infrastructure projects, urban growth, and energy transition investments will drive this expansion. ArcelorMittal's Executive Chairman, Lakshmi Mittal, highlighted India's emerging role, comparing it to China's past growth. The company's 20th anniversary marks a new phase for the steel industry.

RIL AGM 2026: Jio IPO and 4 other big bets Mukesh Ambani could unveil this Friday

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani is set to reveal major plans at the 49th annual general meeting. Investors anticipate updates on the Jio IPO, a significant $110 billion AI and data center blueprint, and progress on new energy giga complexes. Retail expansion and updates on the core Oil-to-Chemicals segment are also expected.

I Squared, US DFC to set up $3 billion energy infrastructure platform in Asia

I Squared Capital and the US International Development Finance Corporation are partnering. They will create a three billion dollar investment platform. This platform will focus on energy infrastructure in South and Southeast Asia. The goal is to boost energy connectivity with the Indo-Pacific region. It will support US LNG and energy exports.

Rupee appreciates for 3rd straight day on easing West Asia tensions

The rupee appreciated for the third straight session on Tuesday to close 5 paise higher at 94.53 (provisional) against the US dollar, supported by easing West Asia tensions and extended fall in crude oil prices. Forex traders said that with the reported de-escalation of the US-Iran conflict and diplomatic agreements regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the immediate threat to global energy supplies has significantly reduced. Moreover, softening of the US dollar and a decline in US treasury yields also supported the USD/INR pair, they said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 94.69 against the US dollar and traded in the range of 94.48-94.71. Eventually, it settled at 94.53 (provisional), up 5 paise from its previous close. "We expect the rupee to trade with a positive bias as global markets cheer the US-Iran deal, which has boosted global risk sentiments. Declining US dollar and falling crude oil prices may further support the rupee. "Easing inflation concerns and ..

RIL AGM 2026: Date, Time & 4 Big Things to Watch (Jio IPO, Retail, Energy)

Silver prices jump ₹6,000 to ₹2.52 lakh/kg amid easing West Asia tensions

Silver prices rallied by Rs 6,066 to Rs 2.52 lakh per kilogram in futures trade on Monday as easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a weaker US dollar improved sentiment in the bullion market. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the white metal for July delivery surged Rs 6,066, or 2.46 per cent, to Rs 2,52,252 per kilogram in a business turnover of 11,420 lots. In the past week, silver fell Rs 2,351, or nearly 1 per cent, to Rs 2.46 lakh per kg. The rebound comes after US and Iranian officials announced that they had reached an initial agreement to end the conflict, lift the US naval blockade on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy supplies. In a post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump said, "The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," adding that he had authorised the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the immediate removal of the US naval blockade. In the international markets, Comex silver futures for July contract

RIL AGM 2026 this week: Date, time, where to watch live and what to expect

Reliance Industries' 49th AGM on June 19 is expected to draw investor attention for updates on the much-awaited Jio IPO, Reliance Retail's expansion plans and progress in its new energy business. Markets will also closely watch Chairman Mukesh Ambani's commentary on growth strategy and future value creation.

Energy costs and El-Nino could slow growth and lift inflation, warns HSBC’s Pranjul Bhandari

Pranjul Bhandari, Chief India Economist at HSBC, says economic growth has remained resilient so far, supported by strong manufacturing activity and inventory build-up. However, she expects the impact of higher energy prices and a potential El Niño-driven weather shock to become more visible in growth and inflation data from the July-September quarter of 2026 (Q2FY27). Bhandari also believes RBI measures could attract significant capital inflows, improve banking system liquidity and provide support to the formal economy.

Rupee rises 39 paise against US dollar as crude oil prices ease

Indian rupee opens 39 paise stronger against US dollar as crude oil prices fall on renewed US Iran deal hopes, easing energy cost concerns.

Dollar index renews momentum; US PPI data awaited

The dollar index is edging closer to 100 on Thursday, lingering near its highest levels in two months amid fresh US attacks over Iran and as US consumer inflation accelerated in May to its fastest pace in more than three years due to soaring energy costs. May US inflation accelerated at its fastest pace in over three years due to surging energy costs, though the data matched expectations. Market focus now turns to the upcoming release of May's Producer Price Index (PPI) and Initial Jobless Claims. The yield on the US 10-year Treasury note steadied around 4.55% on Thursday awaiting fresh US economic data for further clues on the Federal Reserves policy outlook.