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Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Zoom on IT Stocks Rally - Rediff
Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Zoom on IT Stocks RallyRediff
INR extend gains amid dollar weakness; Local benchmark indices surge in early trades
The Indian rupee extended gains in opening trades on Friday tracing weakness in dollar overseas on expectations that US and Iran will continue peace negotiations despite a recent escalation. However, oil prices stay supported after recent streak of gains that could limit gains in the counter. INR opened at Rs 95.27 per dollar and hit a high of 95.22 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee appreciated by 7 paise to settle at 95.41 against the US dollar. Asian stock markets are trading mostly higher on Friday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street overnight, boosted by the surge in semiconductor and AI stocks. Indian benchmark indices surged early on Friday, with the BSE Sensex climbing 701.73 points (0.91%) to 77,443.55 and the NSE Nifty 50 gaining 200.85 points (0.84%) to trade at 24,162.25.
Rs 5 lakh crore wealth boost! Top 5 factors fuelling today's 800-point Sensex rally
Indian stock markets experienced significant gains on Friday, with Sensex and Nifty rising over one percent. Strong first-quarter earnings from TCS boosted investor sentiment, leading IT stocks higher. Positive global market trends and a decline in market volatility also contributed to the rally. Despite escalating Iran-US tensions, markets largely ignored the geopolitical developments. Analysts anticipate continued economic resilience and positive sector-specific responses moving forward.
Korea's pain will be India's gain? Why Nifty bears betting on Kospi crash may get disappointed
Foreign investors pulled ₹1.92 lakh crore from India in 2026 to chase the East Asian AI chip boom. As South Korea's KOSPI experiences wild swings, Nifty bulls are hoping that a capital rotation will send those funds rushing back to Dalal Street. But experts warn the road ahead won't be that simple.
Sensex, Nifty open in green lifted by IT stocks as TCS earnings cheer markets - India Today
Sensex, Nifty open in green lifted by IT stocks as TCS earnings cheer marketsIndia Today
Stock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty rises 100 pts; TCS in focus post Q1 result; Kospi jumps 5%
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Friday: The GIFT Nifty indicated a positive open for the Nifty50 index. Most Asian markets were trading higher, tracking chip-stocks rally
Stocks in news: TCS, Groww, Shriram Finance, Dixon Tech, Anand Rathi Wealth
Indian markets saw a rebound on Thursday, recovering from Wednesday's sharp sell-off. TCS reported a 5% year-on-year profit growth, and Groww affirmed its direct mutual fund strategy. Shriram Finance is raising funds to reduce borrowing costs after a rating upgrade. Maruti Suzuki plans to add service points, and Dixon Tech will expand smartphone manufacturing. Premier Energies commissioned a solar module facility, and Anand Rathi Wealth saw profit rise.
Groww says direct mutual funds remain core offering amid confusion over MF Prime
The investment platform clarified that its new MF Prime service is an optional offering for investors seeking research-backed guidance and does not replace its zero-commission direct mutual fund platform.
Groww responds to Nithin Kamath tweet: Direct mutual funds remain free for DIY investors
Groww assures investors direct mutual funds remain free for do-it-yourself users. The platform stated its commitment to zero-commission offerings for these investors. This clarification follows recent discussions regarding mutual fund offerings in the market.
Iswarya Fertility Center raises ₹350 crore from Orbimed Asia
The capital will fund new centres, clinical infrastructure and digital capabilities as investor interest in India's fertility care sector gathers pace.
Zerodha will keep direct mutual fund plans for free, says Nithin Kamath
Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath reaffirmed the company’s commitment to offering direct mutual funds free of charge. He said Coin has helped investors save commissions, while many rival platforms have exited or reconsidered the low-cost direct mutual fund business model.
INR settles higher, supported by good recovery in local equities
The Indian rupee appreciated by 7 paise to settle at 95.41 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday even as crude oil prices firmed up and the greenback strengthened in the global markets. A recovery in the stock markets and dollar selling by state-run lenders supported the local currency amid rising volatility triggered by the fresh escalation in the West Asia crisis. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened lower by 4 paise at 95.52 against the US dollar and later traded in the range of 95.58 to 95.28 during the day. It settled at 95.41 (provisional), up 7 paise from the previous close. The rupee had declined by 52 paise to settle at 95.48 against the US dollar on Wednesday. Indian shares ended modestly higher on Thursday, after having fallen heavily in the previous session amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East. At the close of the market, the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 80.75 points (0.34%) to settle at 23,962.80, while the BSE Sensex gained 238.22 ...