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Manappuram, Muthoot Finance shares in focus after Gold prices sell-off in global markets
Rising fears of the economic impact of the war, a stronger US Dollar, dwindling prospects of rate cuts from the US Federal Reserve, are all contributing to the downside for bullion. All of these scenarios, are negative for the yellow metal.
Rupee hits all-time low against dollar: Key drivers explained
The Indian rupee hit an all-time low of 92.54 per US dollar due to high oil prices and Middle East conflict. Barclays suggests long on Chinese yuan, while HSBC favors the Singapore dollar.
INR settles at new lifetime low as soaring oil prices dampen sentiments
The Indian rupee declined 14 paise to settle at an all-time low of 92.42 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, pressured by rising crude oil prices and sustained outflow of foreign funds amid the West Asia crisis. A positive trend in domestic equity markets also helped the domestic currency at the lower level, even as investors remained watchful of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. Indian stock markets closed significantly higher for the second consecutive session, driven by gains in auto and metal sectors despite volatility. The Sensex jumped 568 points (0.75%) to close at 76,071, while the Nifty 50 added over 172 points (0.74%) to end at 23,581, rebounding after recent sharp losses. At the interbank foreign exchange, the local unit opened at 92.35 and hit the lowest intra-day level of 92.47 against the greenback. The unit finally ended at a new lifetime low of 92.42.
Rupee falls to all-time low of 92.41 against dollar on higher crude prices, equity sell-off
The Indian rupee fell to an all-time low of 92.41 per dollar on March 13, driven by high crude oil prices amid West Asia conflict. The Reserve Bank of India has intervened to manage sharp movements.
Banks urged to devise low-interest loans for retail, MSME clients
Banks will discuss internally how such schemes can be designed with a uniform loan application and other credit appraisal metrics. The retail loans will cover all consumer loans, including housing loans, subject to prudent lending guidelines, said an official.
India's retail inflation rises to 3.21% in February
Indias retail inflation stood at 3.21% in February, according to data released on Thursday. The Consumer Price Index (CPI)-based inflation had stood at 2.75% in January under the revised CPI series with 2024 as the base year. The latest inflation print comes at a time when tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States have raised concerns about disruptions to global oil supplies. Year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Price Index (CPI) with base year 2024 for the month of February, 2026 over February, 2025 is 3.21%(Provisional), the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation stated. Corresponding inflation rates for rural and urban are 3.37% and 3.02%, respectively. Year-on-year inflation rate based on All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) for the month of February, 2026 over February, 2025 is 3.47% (Provisional). Corresponding inflation rates for rural and urban are 3.46% and 3.48%, respectively. Year-on-year Housing inflation rate for the ..
All 29 analysts covering this stock have a 'buy' rating on it and JPMorgan joins the list
JPMorgan said India's life insurance sector is turning the corner with GST exemption driving a strong uptick in retail protection.
Dollar-Oil Link Is All That Matters Right Now in Currency Market
The US dollar has been at the mercy of a single factor as war spirals in the Middle East: the price of oil.
INR crashes to fresh record low as oil surges past $100 mark amid Middle East tensions
The Indian rupee crashed to its all-time closing low of 92.35 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, losing 53 paise during the session, as global crude oil prices saw a sharp spike, and the greenback strengthened amid worsening conflict in the Middle East. Withdrawal of foreign funds amid intense selling in domestic equity markets further pressured the rupee. Indian shares slumped on Monday as the Iran-Israel-U.S. war entered its 10th day and the Strait of Hormuz, a critical trade route, remained shut for the sixth consecutive day. The benchmark BSE Sensex ended down 1,352.74 points, or 1.71 percent, at 77,566.16 after hitting a low of 76,424.55 earlier. The broader NSE Nifty index hit an intraday low of 23,697.80 before recovering some lost ground to close down 422.40 points, or 1.73 percent, at 24,028.05. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 92.22 and rose briefly to 92.15 but kept losing ground through the session before eventually settling at its ...
Explained — How RIL, MRPL, Chennai Petro may benefit from China's latest move
All the refiners including oil marketing companies (OMCs), all gain in their refining business because of this jump in diesel, according to Dayanand Mittal of JM Financial.
Rupee recovers 58 paise against dollar after Wednesday’s all-time low close: Key drivers
The Indian rupee opened at 91.57 against the US dollar on March 5, recovering from 92.15. Brent crude rose nearly 3% amid US-Iran tensions, with analysts predicting volatility.
Rupee crosses 92 per dollar for the first time ever
The Indian rupee hit an all-time low of 92.02 per US dollar on March 4, driven by escalating US-Israeli strikes on Iran and rising crude oil prices. Brent crude rose over 1% to $82.32 per barrel.