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Stocks in news: IndiGo, RIL, Torrent Power, ideaForge, NTPC Green
Indian markets experienced a sharp sell-off, extending the downtrend amid global concerns and geopolitical tensions. Nifty faces immediate support at 23,500, with resistance expected around 24,000-24,300. IndiGo flights faced airspace issues, while Reliance Retail acquired 'Pahadi Local'. Torrent Power raised Rs 2,000 crore via NCDs, and ideaForge began drone training for NATO personnel.
Watch | Rahul Sharma's make-or-break level for the Nifty is still 1,000 points away
JM Financial’s Rahul Sharma said the Nifty remains in a narrow market phase where a limited number of stocks are supporting the index, similar to the trend seen in 2017–18. He said the index has immediate support at 24,000, while 23,500 is the key “make-or-break” level for the current market structure. Sharma believes any correction could offer buying opportunities in quality stocks, highlighting public sector banks, PSUs and select large-cap names such as Larsen & Toubro, State Bank of India and Titan.
India’s MF industry could hit ₹800 lakh crore in 10 years: Raamdeo Agrawal
India’s mutual fund industry could grow ten-fold in the next decade, reaching ₹600–800 lakh crore in AUM, up from the current ₹80 lakh crore, predicts Raamdeo Agrawal.
Market Trading Guide: Buy Balrampur Chini and Abbott India on Thursday for gains up to 5%
The Nifty fell 1.6% amid broad-based selling triggered by the Iran-Israel conflict, with financials, auto and energy stocks leading losses. Analysts flag weak momentum and advise a sell-on-rise approach, while recommending Balrampur Chini Mills and Abbott India for short-term gains.
Indices slide sharply amid Iran war jitters and crude price spike
The domestic equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Wednesday as investors turned risk-averse amid escalating geopolitical tensions and a sharp surge in crude oil prices. The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran unsettled global markets, while the reported closure of the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices higher, raising concerns over inflation and energy costs. Sentiment was further dented by heavy selling from foreign institutional investors and the rupee slipping to a record low. Against this backdrop, the Nifty closed below the 24,500 mark. Barring the Nifty IT index, all other sectoral indices on the NSE ended in the red, with metal, PSU bank and oil & gas stocks leading the decline.
This mutual fund expert sees strong growth potential in midcap stocks
Sandeep Bagla of TRUST Mutual Fund sees strong growth potential in Indian midcap equities, driven by economic expansion, policy support, and sectors like technology, consumption, and energy.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Live: GIFT Nifty indicates a weak start; US, Asian fall
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: US stocks fell on Thursday, as Iranian strikes on two oil tankers sent crude prices surging toward $100 per barrel, further exacerbating inflation fears and sending investors fleeing equity markets.All three major U.S. stock indexes slid more than 1.5% in a broad selloff, with everything but energy and some defensive stocks suffering steep percentage losses. The S&P 500 notched its biggest three-day percentage drop in a month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 739.42 points, or 1.56%, to 46,677.85, the S&P 500 lost 103.22 points, or 1.52%, to 6,672.58 and the Nasdaq Composite lost 404.15 points, or 1.78%, to 22,311.98.
LIVE: Brent Oil Falls, Fed Decision Tonight | Nifty Set for Positive Start | Opening Bell
Brent crude prices are under pressure amid expectations that Iran could resume oil exports, easing concerns around global energy supplies. Investors are also closely tracking the outcome of the U.S. Federal Reserve's policy meeting, where interest rates are widely expected to remain unchanged. Wall Street ended mixed overnight, with the Dow Jones hitting a fresh record high while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 closed lower. SpaceX continued its post-IPO rally, gaining 4% and trading nearly 50% above its offer price. Back home, Indian markets ended near the day's highs on Tuesday, with the Nifty extending gains for a third consecutive session and closing above 23,950. While FIIs remained net sellers, easing oil prices, lower bond yields, and positive global cues could support a firm start for Indian equities today. Stay tuned to Opening Bell for all the key market triggers, stocks in focus, and trading strategies for the session ahead.
Trump Weighs Iran Strike; Global Markets Wobble — Can Nifty Hold 25,500? | Opening Bell
Global markets turn cautious as Donald Trump signals a possible Iran strike within 10 days, rattling Wall Street and dragging Asian indices lower. Brent crude nears $72, gold climbs above $5,000, and the dollar extends gains. US GDP and PCE data are awaited, while a Supreme Court ruling on Trump’s tariffs looms. Back home, GIFT Nifty hints at a soft start — can Nifty defend the crucial 25,500 level amid rising geopolitical tensions and weak global cues? Catch Surabhi Upadhyay with market experts on Opening Bell.
Nifty recovers 200 points from intra-day lows; IT continues outperformance | Closing Bell
Indian equities erased all the intraday losses with Nifty back above 23,500. TCS, Infosys, HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, Trent are among top gainers on the Nifty, while losers are NTPC, Power Grid Corp, Cipla, Dr Reddy's Labs and L&T. Among sectors IT index up 4%, while auto, metal, Consumer Durables, realty up 0.5% each. However, pharma, healthcare, power, media, energy down 0.5-1%. Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices down marginally. Catch Lovish Darad in conversation with Market Experts.
Live: Brent Hits $95 After US-Iran Escalation | Gold Slides | Nifty Set for Cautious Open| Opening Bell
Wall Street heads into the opening bell under pressure after a sharp selloff on Wednesday, with all three major U.S. indexes falling more than 1%. Technology and semiconductor stocks remained weak, while escalating tensions in the Middle East added another layer of uncertainty for investors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 953 points (-1.87%) to 49,918.78, the S&P 500 dropped 119.66 points (-1.62%) to 7,266.99, and the Nasdaq Composite slid 509.32 points (-1.98%) to 25,169.50. Investor sentiment remains cautious as markets assess the implications of fresh U.S. strikes on Iran and Iran's announcement of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The developments have pushed oil prices sharply higher, raising concerns that elevated energy costs could fuel inflation and keep interest rates higher for longer. The U.S. dollar traded cautiously as investors balanced geopolitical risks against the Federal Reserve's rate outlook. Meanwhile, gold extended its decline, hitting a more than six-month low as rising oil prices and inflation fears dampened expectations for near-term monetary easing. Markets are expected to remain highly sensitive to geopolitical headlines, energy price movements, and interest-rate expectations as trading gets underway.