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Global funds flee Indian stocks at record pace on growth fears
Global funds are exiting Indian equities at a record pace, driven by an energy shock from the US-Iran war and a lack of compelling AI-linked investment narratives. This sustained selling has pressured local shares, with over $600 billion wiped off their value from last year's peak, despite strong domestic inflows.

Global Funds Flee Indian Stocks at Record Pace on Growth Fears
Global funds are dumping Indian equities at a record clip as an energy shock from the US-Iran war threatens to derail the outlook of the world’s fastest-growing major economy.
INR settles lower amid lingering geopolitical uncertainties; RBI measures help retain support near 3-week high
The Indian rupee pared initial gains and settled for the day 24 paise lower at 92.76 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, weighed down by risks from rising global tensions, especially the US-Iran conflict. Rupee witnessed high volatility as the deadline for the RBI's instructions to banks to curb their overnight positions to USD 100 million closes on Friday amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 92.58 against the US dollar, then lost ground to touch an intra-day low of 92.76 against the greenback. It also hit the day's high of 92.41 during the session. Indian shares rallied on Friday in a broad market rally even as fresh Israeli strikes on Lebanon cast doubt over the durability of the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire. The Sensex closed at 77,550.25 and the Nifty 50 ended at 24,050.60.
Oil prices to settle at $75-80 in 2 months, Nifty to touch 29K by March 2027, says Emkay. Here’s why
Emkay Global Financial Services expects crude oil to stabilise at $75–80 within two months and sees the Nifty 50 hitting 29,000 by March 2027. A potential Iran–US peace deal, easing energy pressures and steady earnings growth are seen driving a rebound in Indian equities despite near-term macro headwinds.
Delta Exchange Unveils India's Most Cost-Effective Crypto Spot Trading
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 10: Delta Exchange, India's No. 1 Crypto Futures and Options (F & O) exchange, has launched Spot Trading for Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and Ripple (XRP), making it India's most cost-effective platform for crypto investments. Buyers benefit from zero trading fees, while sellers are charged a minimal 0.1% fee. Furthermore, Delta Exchange offers superior liquidity across INR-settled trading pairs, including BTC-INR and ETH-INR, making it the leading choice for Indian traders.
'Rate action unlikely in FY27; if any, it could be a rise,' say economists
Indian markets expect a prolonged pause in policy rates. Economists foresee no immediate tightening as higher global energy prices have a limited impact. The Reserve Bank of India is likely to maintain rates through FY27. While most anticipate a pause, a rate hike is considered more probable than a cut if the Iran conflict persists and affects growth.

Top Gainers & Losers on April 09: Ola Electric, Meesho, Ather Energy, Honasa Consumer, HFCL among top gainers
Renewed Middle East tensions and increasing oil prices caused the Indian stock market to retreat, snapping a five-day winning streak. The Nifty 50 fell nearly 1% and the S&P BSE Sensex by 1.22%, while the broader market saw gains in several sectors.

India's NSE to launch Platts‑based crude futures in tie-up with S&P Global Energy
India's National Stock Exchange will launch exchangetraded derivatives based on Platts oil price benchmarks through a collaboration with S&P Global Energy, the bourse said on Monday.
India's NSE to launch Platts‑based crude futures in tie-up with S&P Global Energy
India's National Stock Exchange will launch exchange-traded derivatives based on Platts oil price benchmarks through a collaboration with S&P Global Energy, the bourse said on Monday.

Rupee breaches 93 per US dollar for the first time amid US-Iran war, FII outflows
The Indian rupee fell to 93 per US dollar for the first time on March 20, exacerbated by Middle East conflicts impacting global energy supplies. Analysts predict continued pressure on the rupee, with over $8 billion withdrawn from domestic equities in March due to rising oil prices.
Crude oil surges above $119 amid Iran conflict, Gulf energy attacks raise supply fears
Crude prices surged past $119 a barrel as attacks on Gulf energy assets, including Qatar's LNG plants and Saudi Arabia's Yanbu refinery, intensified fears of prolonged market disruptions. Indian policymakers are preparing for a sustained supply crunch and higher energy prices, with refiners worried about absorbing rising costs amid government reluctance to approve retail fuel price hikes.

NTPC signs pact with Octopus Energy to expand global energy play
As per an exchange filing, the agreement establishes a non-binding framework for cooperation aimed at identifying, assessing and pursuing opportunities in electricity distribution and retail, renewable energy and storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, digital energy platforms, innovation, research and development, and capacity building.