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Why is market rising? Sensex jumps 1,000 points in 2 days, Nifty crosses 23,400. 3 key factors behind the surge
Indian stock markets surged for a second consecutive session, with Sensex and Nifty crossing significant milestones. This resilience occurred despite escalating Iran-US tensions, as cooling oil prices and a fizzling AI rally in global markets provided support. Key sectors like FMCG and Private Banks led the gains.
Sensex jumps over 300 pts, Nifty above 23,300; Reliance Industries, HUL shares gain 1%
Indian stock markets saw gains on Wednesday. The Sensex and Nifty traded higher, led by major companies. Broader markets also showed marginal increases. Sectoral performance was mixed. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and rising oil prices are being monitored. The rupee opened lower against the US dollar. Analysts expect market stabilization amid ongoing developments.
GIFT Nifty rises 100 points, hints at positive start; key trading cues for today
Indian markets closed higher on Tuesday, boosted by banking and financial stocks. The Reserve Bank of India's new forex swap facility eased overseas borrowing concerns. Market sentiment improved with hopes of a Middle East truce and falling crude oil prices. Investors remain watchful due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and inflation worries.
INR recovers momentum as local equities rebound; recent oil and dollar spike fades amid signs of easing geopolitical tensions
The Indian rupee recovered momentum to settle higher by around 28 paise at Rs 95.31 per dollar on Tuesday, supported by retreating international oil prices and small pullback in dollar overseas. Meanwhile, local equities also rebounded from two-month lows as a halt in hostilities between Israel and Iran boosted hopes that peace negotiations could move forward. Geopolitical tensions eased somewhat, the dollar weakened and Brent crude futures fell below $93 a barrel as Israel and Iran agreed to halt attacks against each other following a series of mutual attacks from Sunday night, which marked the most serious escalation since the ceasefire in April. The BSE Sensex settled 394.50 points (0.54%) higher at 73,918.76, while the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 119.10 points (0.52%) to close at 23,242.10.
Sensex rises 395 points, Nifty closes above 23,200; broader markets outperform
Indian stock markets closed higher on Tuesday, with Sensex and Nifty posting marginal gains as broader markets surged. The decline in oil prices following a halt in Iran-Israel attacks boosted investor sentiment, though analysts caution that market sentiment remains fragile due to FII outflows and global macro concerns.
Explained: How AI mania has thrown India Inc out of MSCI EM's top 10 and world's top 100 list
Indian companies are no longer in the top 10 of the MSCI Emerging Markets Index. A surge in AI stocks has shifted global capital. Taiwan and South Korea's chipmakers now dominate the index. Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank have fallen in global rankings. India's market weight has hit a six-year low. This concentration is driven by strong company growth.
INR stays pressured amid elevated oil prices and firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee is staying largely unchanged in opening trades on Tuesday amid elevated oil prices and relatively firm dollar overseas. INR opened at Rs 95.47 per dollar and hit a low of 95.62 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee lost further momentum and settled the day lower by around 40 paise at Rs 95.61 per dollar. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data on Friday, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed but has edged marginally below the level today. Meanwhile, Indian shares fell sharply on Monday, mirroring weak cues from global markets as Middle East worries persisted and robust U.S. jobs data led traders to ramp up bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike this year. The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 settled lower amid weak global cues, escalating tensions in West Asia, and rising crude oil prices. The Sensex dropped 719.08 points (0.97%) to settle at 73,524.26, while the Nifty fell 243.70 points (1.04%) to end the day at .
Sensex jumps over 350 points, Nifty above 23,200 as Iran-Israel halt attacks; what lies ahead?
Indian stock markets opened higher, with Sensex and Nifty recovering losses as Iran and Israel agreed to pause attacks, leading to a drop in oil prices. Renewed optimism was broad-based, with mid and small-cap indices outperforming. A US judge's ruling on H-1B fees offered a mild positive for Indian IT stocks.
D-Street indices caught in crossfire as oil roads lead to uncertainty
Indian stock markets tumbled nearly 1% on Monday, mirroring a broader Asian decline. Renewed Middle East hostilities fueled oil prices, while global investors shifted away from AI stocks. The Nifty closed down 243.7 points at 23,123, and the Sensex fell 719.08 points to 73,524.26, reflecting heightened market anxiety.
Stocks in news: Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea, NLC India, Motilal Oswal, HCL Tech
Indian markets saw a sharp decline on Monday amid global worries and geopolitical tensions. Nifty moved closer to a key support level. Several companies were in focus. NLC India announced an Offer for Sale. Motilal Oswal saw promoter share sales. HCL Tech launched an AI zone with Google Cloud. IRCTC resumed cooking on trains. IGL has a new MD.
INR dragged lower by negative cues from equities, surging oil and firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee lost further momentum during the course of the day and is seen settling the day lower by around 40 paise at Rs 95.57 per dollar. Elevated crude oil prices and firm dollar index around 100 mark are seen pressurizing rupee. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data on Friday, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed but has edged marginally below the level today. Meanwhile, Indian shares fell sharply on Monday, mirroring weak cues from global markets as Middle East worries persisted and robust U.S. jobs data led traders to ramp up bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike this year. The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 settled lower amid weak global cues, escalating tensions in West Asia, and rising crude oil prices. The Sensex dropped 719.08 points (0.97%) to settle at 73,524.26, while the Nifty fell 243.70 points (1.04%) to end the day at 23,123.00. Also, rupee weakened despite the Indian government introducing a ...
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Sensex slumps over 750 points, Nifty falls below 23,150 as oil surge and global selloff rattle markets - Firstpost
Sensex slumps over 750 points, Nifty falls below 23,150 as oil surge and global selloff rattle marketsFirstpost