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Oil may surge to $120/bbl if West Asia conflict drags on: Citi’s Drew Pettit
Oil can still rise to $120 a barrel, warns Drew Pettit, Director-US Equity Strategy/ETF Analysis & Strategy Research at Citi, who believes markets are underestimating the risk of a prolonged West Asia crisis. He says oil, not Fed policy, remains the key driver for global equities, inflation and risk assets. Pettit remains bullish on the AI boom, citing strong momentum in Nvidia, semiconductor and infrastructure plays, while favouring Korea and Taiwan over India in emerging markets.

US stock market today: S&P 500, Nasdaq futures slide up to 0.7% as tech rally loses momentum
US stock futures showed mild losses on May 19 amid Middle East tensions. Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.7% and S&P 500 futures dropped 0.4%, marking a potential longest losing streak since March. Rising bond yields and oil prices contributed to cooling momentum in tech stocks.
IOC shares jump 3% after Q4 net profit rises 78% YoY. Here's what Motilal Oswal says
IOC shares saw an uptick on Tuesday after the company reported a 78% YoY jump in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 14,458 crore. Revenue grew 7% to Rs 2.37 lakh crore. Motilal Oswal maintained a ‘Neutral’ stance, noting strong EBITDA beat, improved margins, debt reduction, and resilience despite Middle East oil volatility.
IOC shares jump 3% after Q4 net profit rises 78% YoY. Here's what Motilal Oswal says - The Economic Times
IOC shares jump 3% after Q4 net profit rises 78% YoY. Here's what Motilal Oswal saysThe Economic Times
Retail SIP boom boosts AMC outlook; Nippon, ICICI Pru lead pack: Siddhartha Khemka
India's asset management sector is transforming with systematic investing driving growth and stability, reducing reliance on volatile discretionary capital. SIP inflows have surged, now forming a significant portion of mutual fund assets, indicating a shift towards predictable, annuity-like revenue streams. This structural change positions the industry for sustained, retail-led expansion.
Market Trading Guide: 2 stock ideas for Monday with up to 8% near-term gains
Nifty ended lower on Friday, breaking a two-session winning streak as banking, metal and realty stocks dragged the index below the 23,800 zone. Analysts see a bearish setup with resistance at key EMAs and support near 23,500. Amid volatility, two technical stock picks, Kirloskar Oil and Wheels India, signal short-term upside potential of up to 8% with defined stop losses.
Sensex rises over 400 points to cross 75,000; Nifty above 23,500 despite weak rupee
Indian stock markets are on the rise for a second day. Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Thursday. This is happening even as oil prices remain high and the rupee nears a record low. Bharti Airtel shares are leading the gains. Other sectors like Pharma and Metal are also performing well.

ONGC Shares in Focus as Royalty Rejig Improves Profit Outlook, Says Motilal Oswal — Check Target Price, Potential Upside And More
In the past few quarters, ONGC has struggled to raise production,sales, with no meaningful production, sales growth YoY for 9M FY26, adds Motilal Oswal.

KPIT Tech to Eternal - Jay Thakkar suggests 3 stocks to buy or sell for short-term in F&O segment
The Indian stock market is set for a muted start, with GIFT Nifty trading at 23,431. The Sensex and Nifty 50 have declined for four consecutive sessions, driven by rising crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows, indicating a negative short-term trend.
Stock Market Highlights:: Sensex ends over 1,400 points down, goes below 74,500, Nifty50 closes at 23,380 as oil prices soar, rupee weakens to record low - The Times of India
Stock Market Highlights:: Sensex ends over 1,400 points down, goes below 74,500, Nifty50 closes at 23,380 as oil prices soar, rupee weakens to record lowThe Times of IndiaSensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex tanks 1,456 pts, Nifty drops below 23,400; rupee ends at record closing lowThe Economic TimesStock Market Highlights, Sensex Today: Investors Lose Rs 11 Lakh Crore As Trump Says 'Ceasefire On Life Support'NDTVSensex crashes 1,500 pts, Nifty ends below 23,400; investors lose ₹11L crore: Key factors behind market fall explainedMintSensex Today Trades Lower | Nifty Below 23,700 | TCS & Infosys Top LosersEquitymasterStock Market Live, May 12: Sensex plunges 1,456 pts, Nifty closes at 23,379, Rupee falls to 95.63/$ on Iran-US deadlockBusinessLineWhy the Indian Stock Market May Be Entering a Long Phase of Low ReturnsThe QuintSensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex crashes 1,456 points, Nifty ends below 23,400; heavy selloff in midcaps, smallcapsMoneycontrol.comIndia shares lower at close of trade; Nifty 50 down 1.83%Investing.com India
Nifty trades below 23,600 level as intense selling continues on domestic bourses
The domestic equity barometers extended losses in early afternoon trade as rupee weakness, sustained foreign fund outflows, elevated crude oil prices, and renewed concerns over the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire weighed on investor sentiment. The Nifty continued to trade below the 23,600 level. Oil & gas shares witnessed some bit of value buying at lower levels.
Equity MFs inflow dips 5% in April; SIP contributions fall to ₹31,115 cr
Equity-oriented mutual fund schemes garnered a net inflow of Rs 38,440 crore in April, marking a 5 per cent decline from the preceding month, amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, fluctuating crude oil prices, and concerns about global growth. Moreover, monthly contributions through SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) declined to Rs 31,115 crore last month from Rs 32,087 crore in March,according to data released by industry body Amfi on Monday. Overall, the industry recorded a net infusion of Rs 3.22 lakh crore in April after witnessing an outflow of Rs 2.4 lakh crore in March. This was contributed by a huge inflow of Rs 2.5 lakh crore in the debt funds. The inflow has lifted the industry's assets under management by 11 per cent to Rs 81.92 lakh crore at the end of April, up from Rs 73.73 lakh crore at the end of March. This was driven by strong positive flows across segments and market to market gains witnessed during the month, said Venkat Chalasani, Chief Executive at ...