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INR recovers from record lows but settles beyond 92/$ mark
The Indian rupee recovered from record low levels and settled with a loss of 16 paise at 92.17 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday as global crude oil prices stayed on an upward trajectory amid the raging war in West Asia. A stronger greenback and volatility in the domestic equity markets further weighed on the rupee, which was already on a weak footing in early trade due to heavy foreign fund outflows. Indian shares fell sharply on Thursday to extend losses from the previous session as the prospect of a quick end to the war in West Asia thinned and trade tensions resurfaced. At close, the Sensex declined 829.29 points, or 1.08 per cent, to settle at 76,034.42, taking its two-day decline to 2,171.56 points. While the Nifty slipped 227.70 points, or 0.95 per cent, to close at 23,639.15, it slipped 2.56% in two sessions. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.25 but kept slipping to touch its record intra-day low against the greenback at 92.36. ...
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday. Both indices closed nearly 2% lower. This decline followed a surge in crude oil prices and heightened tensions in West Asia. Foreign fund outflows and selling in major bank stocks also contributed to the market's fall. Investors are now awaiting key inflation data from the US and India.
DSP Mutual Fund flags global shifts, expensive midcaps, IT lag: How investors may position portfolios
DSP Mutual Fund advises caution and diversification amid market risks like rising oil prices and high US equity valuations. AI spending by tech giants drives global markets.
Market Trading Guide: Apollo Pipes among 3 stock recommendations for Tuesday
Sensex and Nifty plunged nearly 2% as rising crude oil prices, weak global cues and escalating West Asia tensions triggered heavy selling. Foreign fund outflows and a weaker rupee added pressure. Analysts recommend Apollo Pipes, Aurobindo Pharma and Tata Steel for potential short-term gains.
Shares to buy or sell: Ruchit Jain of Motilal Oswal recommends BEL, and ONGC amid US-Iran war jitters
Indian stock markets fell sharply as Nifty 50 dropped 1.92% and Sensex 2.13% amid rising geopolitical tensions and high oil prices. The Indian rupee hit a record low against the dollar, prompting warnings for traders to remain cautious until a trend reversal occurs.
Vinay Rajani of HDFC Sec suggests HDFC Gold ETF, Oil India shares to buy in the near-term
The Indian stock market fell significantly on March 2, with the Sensex down 2,743 points and the Nifty 50 plummeting over 500 points due to geopolitical tensions and foreign capital withdrawals, resulting in a loss of ₹8 lakh crore in market capitalization.
Stocks to buy or sell: Chandan Taparia of Motilal Oswal recommends three shares to buy and sell today - 20 February 2026
Shares to buy or sell: Chandan Taparia has recommended two stocks to buy today, 20 February 2026 - Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and RBL Bank shares - and has suggested selling Info Edge (India) stock futures.
Neutral ONGC; target of Rs 245: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal recommended Neutral rating on ONGC with a target price of Rs 245 in its research report dated February 14, 2026.
Buy Petronet LNG; target of Rs 360: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Petronet LNG has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 360 in its research report dated May 05, 2026.
Neutral ONGC; target of Rs 265: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal recommended Neutral rating on ONGC with a target price of Rs 265 in its research report dated May 28, 2026.
Buy Castrol India; target of Rs 220: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Castrol India has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 220 in its research report dated April 29, 2026.
Neutral Aegis Logistics; target of Rs 706: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal recommended Neutral rating on Aegis Logistics with a target price of Rs 706 in its research report dated Jun 09, 2026.