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What Iran war means for Vedanta, Tata Steel and other metal stocks? CLSA analysts explain
Rising tensions in the Iran war could reshape the outlook for Indian metal stocks, with CLSA flagging Vedanta as a key beneficiary due to its aluminium, zinc and oil exposure. Tata Steel may also gain from stronger steel spreads, while energy costs, freight disruptions and geopolitical risk could keep commodity prices elevated.
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.
Tata Steel, Vedanta, Hindustan Copper fall up to 8% as Iran-Israel war hits metals' prospects
Tata Steel plunged 8% to Rs 194.43 amid a broader commodities selloff and sharp decline in metal stocks. Escalating Iran–Israel tensions, soaring crude prices, FII selling and slowdown fears dragged Sensex and Nifty lower despite the stock’s strong one-year outperformance.
Metal stocks led by Tata Steel fall up to 8% as war premium fades; Aluminium outperforms
The US dollar firmed on safe-haven demand, adding pressure across the metals complex. At the same time, high crude prices raised concerns about rising inflation.
Trade Setup for March 2: Nifty braces for Monday chaos after US, Israel attack Iran
Before the markets open here in India, the bigger reaction will be seen on other asset classes beyond equities. Crude oil prices, Gold prices, moves on the US Dollar, the Yen, all of which will be significant and keenly monitored by the street. In fact, Barclays has already written in a note to clients that oil prices could go up to as high as $100 per barrel.
Stocks to Watch for March 2: Oil Sensitives, Tourism Stocks, Gold Financiers, Tata Motors CV, and more
The US and Israel's attacks on Iran and the subsequent retaliation in the Middle East has thrown almost every sector in the spotlight for Monday. From Crude oil sensitives, to Metal stocks, to tourism stocks, and even stocks that have exposure to the middle east, such as L&T, Welspun Corp, Kalyan Jewellers, and others. Here's a look at this comprehensive list of stocks that will be in focus on Monday.
Watch | Sanjay Parekh on where he sees value in banks, IT, cement and telecom stocks
Sohum Asset Managers’ Founder & CIO, Sanjay Parekh, says markets look sluggish despite improving macro conditions, with Q3 Nifty earnings near 8–9%. He sees recovery in CVs (Ashok Leyland), credit growth at ICICI Bank and gradual picka a up in cement and steel. Portfolio stays domestic-focused: overweight telecom, NBFCs, industrials, cement, utilities, ports and logistics; underweight oil & gas and banks, zero FMCG. Watching IT names like Infosys and TCS, mid-cap tech (Persistent, Coforge, Mastek), defence HAL, quick commerce Zomato and Swiggy, and capital goods L&T, JSW Energy.
Tejas Networks, Redington to Netweb Technologies: These 5 stocks rise up to 19% despite stock market crash
Tejas Networks and Redington shares surged 19% and 17% respectively on February 27, despite falling benchmark indices. The Sensex and Nifty 50 declined over 1% amid geopolitical tensions and foreign fund outflows, highlighting contrasting stock performance.
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.
AI disruption may create new sector winners: Trust MF's Mihir Vora
Trust Mutual Fund CIO Mihir Vora expects IT services firms to adapt their business models over time, while data centre and power infrastructure companies may benefit from rising AI demand. Vora remains constructive on markets, favouring financials, infrastructure, and selective growth sectors.
US Market | Credit Concerns Mount: Blue Owl shake-up weighs on US financial stocks
Blue Owl Capital’s $1.4 billion asset sale and halted fund redemptions rattled US financial stocks, highlighting mounting private credit stress. Investors are cautious over software-linked loans, liquidity, and valuations, underscoring how vulnerabilities in private markets can quickly ripple into public equities, particularly in financials and technology sectors..
Crude oil surge impact: Auto, metal shares plunge up to 4.5%; Tata Motors PV, M&M, JSW Steel lead losses
Auto stocks also remained under pressure, with all 15 constituents of the Nifty Auto index trading lower.