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Rs 8L cr richer! Sensex zooms 1,100 pts, Nifty tops 24K. US-Iran truce among 5 drivers behind bull run
Indian equities experienced a robust start to the week, with the Sensex and Nifty surging over 1.5% each. This rally was fueled by an Iran-US peace framework and declining oil prices, mirroring positive global market trends. The significant gains boosted the total market capitalization of BSE-listed companies by nearly Rs 8 lakh crore.
Indian stocks, rupee rally as crude oil prices drop on West Asia peace deal announcement - The Indian Express
Indian stocks, rupee rally as crude oil prices drop on West Asia peace deal announcementThe Indian ExpressSensex Today | Stock Market Live: Sensex off day's high, still up over 850 points, Nifty at 23,900; auto, realty stocks lead rallyMoneycontrol.comIndian shares join global rally on Gulf peace dealReuters
Mutual Funds Bought Adani Enterprises, ICICI Bank, Eternal; Sold Vedanta, MTAR Tech, Infosys In May
Mutual funds turned more tactical in May 2026.
Shipowners seek clarity on Strait of Hormuz deal as 600 vessels eye exit
Shipowners and traders are cautiously awaiting details on a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route disrupted by conflict. While a US-Iran deal is announced, concerns about safety, mines, and Iranian actions persist, leaving hundreds of vessels stranded and global energy trade in limbo.
Oil and gas supplies could take months to return to normal after Iran deal, energy experts say
Global oil prices saw a dip following news of an Iran war ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, energy experts caution that restoring full oil and gasoline supplies will take several months. Stranded ships must depart, and new tankers will need safe passage.
Bulls Take Charge: GIFT Nifty points to gap-up opening for Dalal Street
Indian equity markets concluded a volatile week on a strong note, breaking a two-week losing streak. This surge was fueled by improving global sentiment and supportive RBI measures. The upcoming week's trading will be influenced by domestic macroeconomic data and key global policy developments, including US-Iran negotiations impacting crude oil prices.
Mcap of 8 most valued firms surges by ₹1.90 trn, ICICI Bank shines
The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 1.90 lakh crore last week, with ICICI Bank stealing the show, in tandem with a rally in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 1,284.61 points, or 1.73 per cent, and the NSE Nifty surged 256.2 points, or 1 per cent. "Indian equity markets ended a volatile week on a strong note, snapping a two-week losing streak amid improving global sentiment and supportive measures from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) aimed at attracting foreign currency inflows," Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. Investor confidence improved on optimism surrounding a potential USIran peace deal, which raised hopes of easing geopolitical tensions and stabilising energy markets, he added. From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and Hindustan Unilever were the winners, while Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Nifty, Sensex to rally more on Monday? Iran peace deal among 5 factors to dictate Dalal Street this week
Indian benchmark indices rebounded sharply on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty rising nearly 2%, driven by hopes of a US-Iran peace deal, cooling crude oil prices, and stronger global sentiment. The rally added around Rs 10 lakh crore to investors' wealth, taking the total market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms to Rs 462 lakh crore.
INR surges amid sharp pull back in oil prices; Sensex and Nifty jump by around 2%
The Indian rupee surged 67 paise to close at 95.18 (provisional) against the greenback on Friday as global oil prices fell sharply after US President Donald Trump indicated an imminent deal with Iran. A firm trend in domestic equity markets and a weaker American currency also supported the rupee during the day. Indian shares closed Friday's session on a buoyant note in a broad-based rally, with both frontline and broader market indexes posting sharp gains. The BSE Sensex settled at 75,527.95, surging 1,695.40 points (2.30%), and the NSE Nifty50 ended at 23,622.90, climbing 461.30 points (1.99%). Trump has reportedly said a deal to end the war with Iran is nearly complete, and is expected to be signed over the weekend in Europe, as he called off military strikes on the Islamic Republic hours after threatening to take control of its oil industry.
Cemindia Projects Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Nestle India Ltd, Cartrade Tech Ltd, Inox India Ltd and Oil & Natural Gas Corpn Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 12 June 2026.
Crude oil prices rally after Iran closes Strait of Hormuz following US strikes; Brent oil near $95 a barrel
Concerns over a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz — a key maritime route that facilitates nearly one-fifth of global oil and gas shipments — have kept crude oil prices elevated.
INR pares initial losses and settles largely unchanged
The Indian rupee was largely flat and settled almost unchanged at Rs 95.43 per dollar, down just 2 paise on Wednesday, amid likely intervention from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to curb excessive volatility and prevent a further slide in the domestic unit. Rupee pared its initial losses as crude oil prices and the US dollar index retreated from their elevated levels. Indian shares gave up early gains to end little changed on Wednesday as investors weighed rising U.S.-Iran tensions and awaited key U.S. inflation data later in the day for fresh insights into market expectations for future interest rates in the face of rising energy-driven inflation risks. The BSE Sensex ended the day at 73,983.18, up by 64.42 points (0.09%), while the NSE Nifty 50 settled at 23,214.95, slipping by 27.15 points (-0.12%).