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Emerging market stocks rebound past pre-war levels on AI optimism; currencies remain weak
Emerging market stocks rebound on AI optimism and easing Iran tensions, led by Asia tech, while EM currencies fall as dollar strengthens and oil prices rise.
A panicked race for barrels grips the global oil market
A desperate scramble for immediately available oil supplies is occurring globally, with traders paying unprecedented prices for prompt cargoes. This physical market frenzy contrasts with futures, highlighting a significant crude shortfall as Middle East supplies are disrupted. Refiners may cut production, deepening shortages of vital products like diesel and jet fuel.
A great earnings season is likely around the corner. Will it matter to the market?
Wall Street expects strong Q1 earnings led by tech despite US Iran war, oil price surge and valuations pose risks, energy profits may rise, investors hope conflict eases soon
Japan stocks surge as tech shares lead recovery
The rebound was mainly driven by technology stocks, as investors shifted toward sectors seen as less exposed to tensions in the Middle East. Lower oil prices also supported sentiment after Iraq agreed to restart exports through Turkeys Ceyhan port, easing concerns for energy-importing countries like Japan.
China stocks rebound as tech shares gain
Investor sentiment was also helped by a drop in oil prices after Iraq agreed to restart exports through Turkeys Ceyhan port, easing worries about supply disruptions linked to tensions involving Iran. Additionally, China plans to use its large oil reserves to offset potential supply shocks, with refiners expected to ramp up processing in the coming weeks.
Infosys share price drops 3% to lowest level since April 2023; m-cap slips below ₹5 lakh crore
Infosys shares dropped nearly 3% to ₹1,215, reaching their lowest since April 2023, amid ongoing tech stock sell-offs. The company's market cap fell below ₹5 lakh crore, losing ₹1,72,530 crore in two months, with concerns over rising oil prices and interest rates affecting demand.
US stock futures tick down after Wall St rebounds on tech gains, lower oil prices - Investing.com India
US stock futures tick down after Wall St rebounds on tech gains, lower oil pricesInvesting.com India
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 ..
DSP Mutual Fund flags global shifts, expensive midcaps, IT lag: How investors may position portfolios
DSP Mutual Fund advises caution and diversification amid market risks like rising oil prices and high US equity valuations. AI spending by tech giants drives global markets.
Watch | Sanjay Parekh on where he sees value in banks, IT, cement and telecom stocks
Sohum Asset Managers’ Founder & CIO, Sanjay Parekh, says markets look sluggish despite improving macro conditions, with Q3 Nifty earnings near 8–9%. He sees recovery in CVs (Ashok Leyland), credit growth at ICICI Bank and gradual picka a up in cement and steel. Portfolio stays domestic-focused: overweight telecom, NBFCs, industrials, cement, utilities, ports and logistics; underweight oil & gas and banks, zero FMCG. Watching IT names like Infosys and TCS, mid-cap tech (Persistent, Coforge, Mastek), defence HAL, quick commerce Zomato and Swiggy, and capital goods L&T, JSW Energy.
Dow Jones climbs, S&P 500 and Nasdaq slip; Investors weigh tech earnings
Nvidia rose after strong earnings, Salesforce slipped on weak guidance, and Dow Jones outperformed. Gold prices climbed amid tariff uncertainty, while oil fell as US crude inventories surged.
Vedanta’s race against time to stabilize oil and gas output ahead of its mega demerger
Vedanta is focused on boosting its oil and gas output ahead of its upcoming demerger into five independent companies. The business has faced declining production levels, prompting investments and strategies to stabilize output before it operates independently as Vedanta Oil & Gas Ltd.