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Sensex drops 516 points, Nifty slips below 24,200 as US-Iran tensions rattle markets
The key equity benchmarks slipped on Friday, extending losses for a second straight session, as intensifying geopolitical tensions surrounding the US-Iran conflict rattled investor sentiment. Escalating hostilities drove Brent crude prices above the $100-per-barrel mark, stoking fears of rising inflation and a spike in Indias import bill. The rupee also slid against the dollar, hovering near the 94-per-dollar level versus the previous close, further denting market confidence.
BSE wants more participation and products, not just a bigger market share, says CEO
Sundararaman Ramamurthy believes India’s mutual fund penetration remains low relative to the country’s population, leaving significant room for growth as financial awareness and retail participation continue to rise.
INR settles higher as oil prices and DXY retreat from elevated levels
The Indian rupee pared initial losses and settled for the day on a positive note, higher by 23 paise at 94.26 (provisional) against the greenback on Thursday, as Brent crude and the US dollar index retreated from their elevated levels. The dollar index continues to linger under 98 mark for the second consecutive day as safe haven demand wanes amid improving prospects of a near term peace deal between US and Iran. Meanwhile, brent oil prices have fallen below USD 100 per barrel on a rise in investor risk appetite in global markets on hopes of peace between the US and Iran. However, factors such as unabated foreign capital outflows and safe-haven dollar demand from importers capped sharp gains for the rupee. Indian benchmark indices ended flat, with the Sensex falling 114 points to settle at 77,844.52 and the Nifty50 dipping 4.30 points to close at 24,326.65.
Individual investors sold Rs 13,000 crore worth stocks, but Zerodha clients kept buying: Nithin Kamath
Retail investors sold equities, but Zerodha clients bought heavily, highlighting divergence. Overall, direct retail ownership declined while mutual fund holdings hit record highs, reflecting a structural shift toward professionally managed investments and rising domestic institutional dominance in Indian equity markets
Sensex slips 252 pts, Nifty below 24,050 amid currency weakness and expiry volatility
The key equity benchmarks closed with measured losses on Tuesday, as a sharp slide in the rupee to a record low against the US dollar rattled sentiment, while the weekly expiry of Nifty derivatives injected fresh volatility into the market. Escalating US-Iran tensions further bruised investor confidence, wiping out recent optimism sparked by state election results and echoing weakness across global markets. Ongoing quarterly earnings announcements kept traders on edge, prompting a cautious stance. The Nifty slipped below the 24,050 mark, weighed down by private banks and consumer durables stocks, while FMCG, auto and pharma shares defied the broader weakness and ended in the green.
Earnings likely to improve, but rising oil could hurt in short term: SBI Securities
Sunny Agarwal, Head of Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, expects double-digit earnings recovery over FY27–28, despite near-term risks from crude-led margin pressure in Q1. He sees mid- and small-cap opportunities in hospitality, capital markets, and select banks, with improving return ratios. He also flags recovery in building materials and consumer staples, while infra push and regional growth could support sectors like cement and logistics.
Retail direct equity bets fall, MF holdings rise to new high
Individual investors reduced direct equity ownership for the third consecutive quarter, while mutual fund holdings reached a record high, driven by surging retail inflows. Foreign ownership hit a 14-year low amid a risk-off sentiment, contrasting with domestic institutional holdings climbing to an all-time peak.
Rupee opens weaker at 94.95 per dollar; oil moves, capital outflows weigh
Indian rupee opens at 94.95 against US dollar, slips on elevated crude prices and foreign fund outflows, outlook stays pressured amid volatile oil markets.
Raja Venkatraman, MarketSmith recommend five stocks for 4 May
After a dip in late April, Indian markets may start positively on May 4, driven by a favourable Gift Nifty. Analysts recommend buying stocks such as Syngene International and DCM Shriram, highlighting their growth potential despite recent market volatility.
India’s newest mutual fund: Bhautik Ambani wants to bring global quant power to retail investors - The Economic Times
India’s newest mutual fund: Bhautik Ambani wants to bring global quant power to retail investorsThe Economic Times
INR falls near record low levels hurt by elevated oil prices
The Indian rupee depreciated 14 paise to close near its all-time low at 94.82 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices, hovering well above $100 per barrel, and continued foreign capital outflows. Brent crude prices climbed toward $115 a barrel today, hitting a four-year high on mounting uncertainty around global supply amid the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Elevated crude oil price is likely to sharply impact India's import costs, while the ongoing West Asia crisis and concerns over potential wider conflict are fuelling investor anxiety. Meanwhile, Indian shares rose notably on Wednesday despite mixed cues from global markets and growing anxiety over surging energy prices, capping downside in the counter. Sensex settled 609.45 points (0.79%) higher at 77,496.36 while Nifty 50 advanced 181.95 points (0.76%) to close at 24,177.65. Investors are also awaiting cues from the upcoming US Federal Reserve policy decision as dollar ..
INR weakens near Rs 94 per dollar mark amid resurgence in oil prices
The Indian rupee weakened for the third straight session, losing 39 paise to settle at 93.83 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday as oil prices resumed surge amid uncertainty on US-Iran peace talks eroded hopes of easing West Asia conflict. Intense selling in domestic equity markets and sustained outflow of foreign capital also weighed on the Indian currency. Indian shares fell sharply on Wednesday, with stalled U.S.-Iran peace talks, somewhat hawkish comments from Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh at a Senate confirmation hearing, and a disappointing set of numbers for the fourth quarter from IT major HCL Technologies weighing on sentiment. The Sensex settled 757 points or 0.95% lower at 78,516, while the Nifty 50 ended 198 points or 0.8% lower at 24,378. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 93.69 and touched an intraday low of 93.87 against the greenback during the session, nearing the 94 level and its lowest level in three weeks.