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INR regains momentum as oil prices retreat
The Indian rupee regained some momentum in opening trades on Wednesday as Brent crude prices retreated from their elevated level after US President Donald Trump hinted at a possible deal with Iran. Oil prices fell to USD 108 per barrel, as signs of easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East offset the lingering supply concerns. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95, then gained some ground and touched an early high of 94.95, registering a gain of 23 paise from its previous low. Yesterday, the counter ended at 95.18. Indian benchmark indices also opened higher with the Sensex rising over 250 points and Nifty 50 comfortably above 24,100, amid signs of easing tensions in the Middle East.
Why is the market rising today? Sensex jumps 400 points, Nifty above 24,100; 6 factors behind D-Street rebound
Indian stock markets surged on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty gaining significantly in early trading. This positive sentiment was driven by growing hopes for a swift resolution to the Iran-US conflict, coupled with a decline in crude oil prices. Investor confidence was further bolstered by a drop in market volatility.
Earnings Boom: 10 stocks with over 100% profit growth in Q4FY26
Several Nifty 500 companies reported over 100% year-on-year net profit growth in Q4FY26, reflecting strong earnings momentum. Firms like Eternal, India Cements, Kajaria Ceramics, and Chennai Petroleum led gains, showcasing improved profitability across sectors including finance, banking, and manufacturing.
Election results of West Bengal and others on Monday. How should investors trade Nifty in that noise?
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) remained net sellers for the tenth straight month in April, offloading around Rs 70,100 crore worth of Indian equities. So far in calendar 2026, overseas investors have pulled nearly Rs 2.4 lakh crore from local equities, pressured by a weaker rupee, rising US yields and crude oil hovering above $110 a barrel amid the Iran conflict.
Nifty 50 slips below 24,000: What are the key levels to watch for next week?
On April 30, Indian stock indices fell nearly 1% due to rising crude oil prices and foreign fund exits. The Nifty 50 and Sensex closed at 23,997.55 and 76,913.50, respectively. Despite this, both indices showed weekly gains, breaking previous losing streaks.
Benchmarks slide as crude climbs, Sensex sheds 583 pts, Nifty below 24K
Equity benchmark indices tumbled on Thursday as surging crude oil prices, weak Asian cues and relentless foreign fund outflows battered investor sentiment. The Nifty slipped below the 24,000 mark, weighed down by banking stocks. Most sectoral indices ended in the red, with the Nifty IT index bucking the trend. Brent crude climbed to around $120 per barrel amid rising fears of supply disruptions linked to potential curbs on Irans ports, fuelling inflation concerns in India. Global markets offered little support, pressured by elevated energy prices and uncertainty over the Federal Reserves policy stance. Meanwhile, a sharp slide in the rupee to a record low added to the strain on domestic equities.
Why is stock market down today? Nifty50 goes below 23,800; BSE Sensex crashes over 1,100 points - top rea - The Times of India
Why is stock market down today? Nifty50 goes below 23,800; BSE Sensex crashes over 1,100 points - top reaThe Times of IndiaStock Market Highlights, Sensex Today: Sensex Tanks 580 Points As Brent Crude Rises Above $120, Rupee FallsNDTVWhy is market falling today? Sensex slumps 1,200 pts, Nifty below 23,850; 7 key triggers behind bloodbathThe Economic TimesClosing Bell: Nifty below 24,000, Sensex down 583 pts; realty, financials dragMoneycontrol.comSensex down 400 points: Why is the stock market falling today?India TodayIndia stocks lower at close of trade; Nifty 50 down 0.74%Investing.comSensex falls 600 points, investors lose ₹5 lakh crore: What drove the market down? ExplainedMintSensex today | Stock Market Live: Sensex falls 300 pts; Nifty 50 down 60 pts to 24,030.15BusinessLineStock Market Highlights: Sensex ends below 77,000 after recovering from intraday lows, Nifty50 below 24,000; crude oil prices hit multi-year highsThe Times of India
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 ..
Sensex Today Trades Flat | Nifty Above 24,100 | Coal India Up 4% - Equitymaster
Sensex Today Trades Flat | Nifty Above 24,100 | Coal India Up 4%Equitymaster
Today's Market: Sensex Today Trades Flat | Nifty Above 24,100 | Coal India Up 4% - Indian Stock Market News - Equitymaster
Today's Market: Sensex Today Trades Flat | Nifty Above 24,100 | Coal India Up 4% - Indian Stock Market NewsEquitymaster
Sensex jumps 639 points, Nifty reclaims 24,100 as Reliance Industries, Sun Pharma lead rebound
BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty rebounded after three losing sessions, led by Sun Pharma, Reliance Industries and midcaps, with all sectoral indices ending higher
Sensex dives 850 pts, Nifty slips below 24,200 amid oil shock and weak global cues
The equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled on Thursday, extending losses for a second straight session. Firm crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions rattled sentiment. Brent crude surged for the fourth consecutive day to around $103 per barrel amid uncertainty over US-Iran talks and fresh concerns around the Strait of Hormuz. Weak Asian cues and persistent foreign fund outflows deepened the sell-off. The Nifty slipped below the 24,200 mark, dragged by auto, PSU banks and consumer durables stocks, while pharma and healthcare shares saw selective buying. Investors stayed cautious, closely tracking the ongoing Q4 earnings season for further triggers.