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Markets rebound sharply as GST collections stay strong and crude oil eases
On the macro front, Indias gross GST collections rose 13.9% year-on-year to Rs 1.95 lakh crore in June, signalling sustained strength in domestic demand and healthy external trade. However, the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI eased to 54.2 in June from 55.0 in May, indicating a moderation in factory activity, though it remained comfortably in expansion territory. Meanwhile, the rupee weakened against the U.S. dollar during the session.
Rupee weakness eases against dollar amid improving macro signals
Indian rupee opens slightly weaker at 94.68 against US dollar as lower oil prices, RBI measures and returning foreign investors lift optimism for Indian markets.
INR loses momentum in opening trades as geopolitical uncertainty continues to weigh
The Indian rupee lost momentum against the American currency in early trade on Tuesday, as month-end demand for dollars from importers and corporates added pressure on the domestic unit. INR opened at Rs 94.60 per dollar and slipped to a low of 95.55 before recovering back to 94.63 so far during the day. Losses for the rupee were partly cushioned by relatively stable crude oil prices globally. However, concerns about potential supply disruptions in the Gulf and continued uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiments. Meanwhile, the Indian stock market opened higher this morning, with the BSE Sensex rising around 100 points to hover near the 76,825 mark and the Nifty 50 crossing the 24,030 level, which could lend some support to the local currency.
Asian stocks set for record-breaking quarter; dollar sinks gold and yen
Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's KOSPI remained on track for outsized quarterly gains as easing oil-price concerns improved the global growth outlook, while a stronger dollar pressured gold and yen
Government lifts curbs on petrol, diesel sales at pumps as global oil prices fall
Fuel stations can now freely sell petrol and diesel to all customers. The government has removed restrictions on bulk buyers purchasing fuel at retail pumps, a move effective July 1. This decision follows a significant drop in global oil prices, which has drastically reduced the price difference between bulk and retail fuel rates. Previously, soaring oil prices had led to supply issues at petrol stations.
INR settles lower as renewed geopolitical tensions hit investors' risk appetite
The Indian rupee pared initial gains and settled lower by 9 paise at 94.54 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, as renewed geopolitical tensions hit investors' risk appetite. The rupee opened on a positive note with crude oil prices remaining supportive and foreign inflows improving, but a renewed flare-up in geopolitical tensions after fresh military exchanges between the US and Iran dented investor sentiment. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.36, then gained momentum and touched an intraday high of 94.25 and a low of 94.56 against the American currency. On June 29, 2026, the Indian stock market snapped its two-day winning streak with the benchmark indices ending lower. Nifty 50 declined by 109.75 points (0.46%) to close at 23,946.25.BSE Sensex slid by 372.10 points (0.48%) to close at 76,728.37.
INR rebounds in opening trades; Gains unlikely to hold
The Indian rupee appreciated in opening trades on Monday as a temporary pause in Middle East attacks and upcoming diplomatic talks in Qatar is supporting broader Asian currency markets. However, the rally is unlikely to sustain given broad strength in dollar and rebounding international oil prices. Besides, negative cues from equities are also likely to add pressure on the counter. INR opened at Rs 94.36 per dollar and hit a high of 94.25 so far during the day. On Thursday, the pair ended at 94.45 as Friday was a market holiday on account of Muharram. As of the morning trade on June 29, 2026, the Indian benchmark indices are trading flat, with the NSE Nifty 50 hovering around 24,056.00 and the BSE Sensex trading near 77,100.47.
Rupee rises to 94.35 against dollar amid easing crude concerns
Indian rupee opens at 94.35 vs US dollar, seen staying in 94 to 95 band as softer oil supports Asian currencies despite US Iran tensions and cautious markets.
Asian markets struggle for direction amid West Asia risks, rate-hike bets
Investors weighed the impact of a pause in hostilities between the United States and Iran, while firm oil prices and expectations of higher interest rates kept the dollar near a one-year high
Rupee opens 5 paise higher at 94.35 against US dollar
The Indian rupee strengthened to 94.35 against the US dollar, supported by lower oil prices despite potential global risks. Analysts suggest the rupee may trade within the 94-95 range, with strong capital inflows providing some buffer against a firm US dollar.
Gold and silver slide: Why traders expect more volatility ahead
Gold and silver prices fall as investors weigh easing West Asia tensions, strong US dollar, rising oil and expectations of tighter US Federal Reserve policy.
Stocks to buy below ₹100: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell
Next week, Bank Nifty's trading range is set between 57,000 and 59,000, with breakouts suggesting future trends. Analyst Mehul Kothari advises buying Trident, UCO Bank, and MMTC under ₹100, as the Indian market remains strong amid mixed signals and easing crude oil prices.