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INR slumps to fresh record lows amid rising oil prices fuelled by ongoing geopolitical tensions
The Indian rupee weakened further and closed at a record low of 96.35 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, pressured by rising crude oil prices on the back of ongoing geopolitical tensions and a strong dollar. During the day, the counter hit a low of 96.39. The global market sentiments continue to dampen amid simmering tensions between the US and Iran. Moreover, emerging market economies, including India, continue to feel the pressure of rising crude oil prices, as elevated rates increase the outflows of US dollars, along with the outflows already happening due to FPIs. Meanwhile, Indian shares ended little changed on Monday, after having suffered heavy losses earlier in the session on rising Middle East tensions and economic concerns. The benchmark BSE Sensex rebounded over 1,100 points from the day's lows before closing 77.05 points, or 0.10 percent, higher at 75,315.04.The NSE Nifty index also fell up to 1.3 percent in early trading before recovering to close up 6.45 ...
Dalal Street set for negative opening as GIFT Nifty trades lower
Nifty closed at 23,690 on Thursday. IT shares faced pressure from global AI competition. Markets will watch West Asia conflict, energy prices, and foreign fund flows. A move above 23,800 could boost Nifty higher. Failure to hold this level may bring selling pressure. India VIX fell. SAIL and Kaynes are in F&O ban. Foreign investors bought shares.
Smallcaps rally! IIFL Finance, Hindustan Copper, Meesho, other stocks jump up to 7%
Smallcap stocks, including IIFL Finance, Meesho, and GRSE, surged up to 7% on Wednesday, outperforming benchmark indices. This rally occurred despite broader market caution, with the Nifty Smallcap 100 index showing robust gains. Experts remain optimistic about mid and smallcap earnings, viewing recent corrections as opportunities.
KPIT Tech to Eternal - Jay Thakkar suggests 3 stocks to buy or sell for short-term in F&O segment
The Indian stock market is set for a muted start, with GIFT Nifty trading at 23,431. The Sensex and Nifty 50 have declined for four consecutive sessions, driven by rising crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows, indicating a negative short-term trend.
Stocks to buy under ₹200: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell
BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty ended lower on May 8 but closed the week with gains. The Nifty rose 1%, while broader markets outperformed, with Midcap and Smallcap indices up 4%. Market volatility persisted amid global tensions and profit booking.
Midcap rally hits record high amid retail buying surge
Nifty midcap indices reached new peaks on Thursday. This surge is fueled by robust earnings, consistent retail investor contributions, and strategic bargain purchases. Midcap and smallcap indices have significantly outperformed larger indices since the US-Iran ceasefire announcement a month ago. Experts suggest a pause in the rally is likely soon. Foreign investors have been selling large-cap stocks.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Domestic equities surged as crude oil slipped below $100 and US-India trade optimism boosted sentiment. Nifty and Sensex gained over 1%, led by banking, auto and pharma stocks, while global markets also strengthened amid easing geopolitical concerns and positive momentum signals
Individual investors sold Rs 13,000 crore worth stocks, but Zerodha clients kept buying: Nithin Kamath
Retail investors sold equities, but Zerodha clients bought heavily, highlighting divergence. Overall, direct retail ownership declined while mutual fund holdings hit record highs, reflecting a structural shift toward professionally managed investments and rising domestic institutional dominance in Indian equity markets
INR recovers under Rs 95/$ mark as oil plunges; Nifty, Sensex stage a sharp recovery
The Indian rupee appreciated 61 paise to close at 94.57 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, as Brent crude prices retreated from elevated levels under USD 100 per barrel after US President Donald Trump hinted at a possible deal with Iran. Market sentiment was boosted after Trump paused "Project Freedom," a US operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Indias BSE Sensex rose 1.2% to close at 77,958.5 on Wednesday, an over two-week high as global market sentiment improved following a drop in crude oil prices after US President Trump claimed progress in negotiations with Iran toward an agreement to end the war. Meanwhile, DXY slipped 97.53, the lowest since February 2026. Over the past 4 weeks, Dollar Index lost 2.22%, and in the last 12 months, it decreased 1.98%.
Municipalities planning large bond issues await clarity on end-use guidelines
Three months after a ₹100 crore incentive for municipal bonds in the FY27 budget, urban bodies await guidelines on fund usage. Several municipalities, including Ahmedabad and Brihanmumbai, are planning bond issuances, but investor concerns arise from unclear fund deployment regulations.
Smallcap winners! Wockhardt, Tata Tech, CAMS, other stocks rally up to 11% despite overall market weakness
Smallcap stocks outperformed on Tuesday despite weak broader markets, with Wockhardt, Tata Tech and CAMS gaining up to 11% on strong Q4 earnings. While Nifty 50 slipped below 24,000 amid global concerns, improving momentum and technical indicators signal potential continued strength in the smallcap segment, according to Emkay.
Earnings Boom: 10 stocks with over 100% profit growth in Q4FY26
​Several Nifty 500 companies reported over 100% year-on-year net profit growth in Q4FY26, reflecting strong earnings momentum. Firms like Eternal, India Cements, Kajaria Ceramics, and Chennai Petroleum led gains, showcasing improved profitability across sectors including finance, banking, and manufacturing.​