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Indian economy shows resilience as global economy faces uncertainty, says RBI bulletin
In India, economic activity stayed strong despite global pressures, said the RBI monthly bulletin. Industry and services maintained momentum, while agriculture benefited from good rainfall and healthy reservoir levels. Food inflation pushed CPI inflation up to 3.5% in April, though core inflation stayed steady. Trade deficit widened due to higher crude oil and gold imports. Liquidity conditions remained easy, keeping short-term rates below the policy repo rate, though government bond yields edged higher.
MCX gold slips below ₹1.58 lakh per 10 grams; silver drops over ₹5,000 per kg on weak global cues
Gold and silver prices tumble in Indian markets as global bullion weakens, rupee strengthens and oil rises, investors eye US data and West Asia tensions.
Global cues extend to D-Street, indices climb more than 1%
Indian equities surged over 1% on Monday, with the Nifty reclaiming the 24,000 mark, driven by optimism over a potential US-Iran agreement easing tensions and oil prices falling below $100. The rupee also climbed, and bond yields slid as volatility eased, signaling improving risk expectations.
Government assures 78 days of oil amid MPs' concerns
Concerns over fuel, shipping, and fertilizer supplies dominated a Parliamentary panel meeting. Officials assured adequate fuel reserves and fertilizer availability for the Kharif season. However, 37 Indian ships are stranded in West Asia due to the Strait of Hormuz closure. Cargo insurance premiums have risen sharply. The government is addressing these issues amid ongoing global challenges.
Oil slips below $100 per barrel as hopes of US-Iran peace lift markets
Brent crude fell below $100 per barrel as hopes of a US-Iran peace deal lifted Indian equities and the rupee amid improving global risk sentiment
Mid & small-cap stocks firm despite oil shocks and global uncertainty: But will the trend continue?
Amidst the uncertainties, Indian mid- and small-cap indices have delivered a standout performance in the last two months. The Nifty Smallcap 100 has surged over 20% from its March 2026 lows. The Nifty Midcap 100 has climbed nearly 15%, touching fresh highs in May 2026.
Indian markets see sharp rally at opening on global boost, falling oil prices - ChiniMandi
Indian markets see sharp rally at opening on global boost, falling oil pricesChiniMandi
Indian market ends higher on global cues, Nifty holds range as oil, geopolitics dictate next move - ChiniMandi
Indian market ends higher on global cues, Nifty holds range as oil, geopolitics dictate next moveChiniMandi
Raja Venkatraman, MarketSmith recommend five stocks for 25 May
The Indian stock market closed higher on 24 May, driven by gains in banking stocks despite inflation and crude oil concerns. Recommended stocks for purchase include Sheela Foam, Max Financial, Poly Medicure, Meesho, and Dynamatic Technologies as they show potential for recovery and growth.
FIIs sell over Rs 30K crore worth of Indian equities in May as outflows swell to Rs 2.22 lakh crore. What lies ahead?
FIIs have consistently sold Indian equities in 2026, totaling Rs 2.22 lakh crore due to global uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, elevated crude oil prices, and a weaker Rupee. While DIIs are currently supporting the market, future institutional flows will remain sensitive to US–Iran negotiations and oil price volatility.
S&P flags pressure on Indian Oil as high crude prices squeeze margins
S&P Global Ratings warns Indian Oil Corporation faces mounting pressure to balance affordable fuel with profitability. Prolonged Middle East tensions are escalating crude oil prices, squeezing margins and potentially impacting IOC's earnings and liquidity over the next year. The agency highlights the challenge of absorbing losses from high crude costs while meeting India's energy needs.
INR recovers from historic lows as oil pulls back; RBI announces $5 billion US Dollar/INR swap auction to defend rupee
The Indian rupee recovered well in opening trades on Thursday as global investors noted a slight pullback in crude oil prices over the recent comments on a potential final stage of the US-Iran conflict. INR opened at Rs 96.25 per dollar and hit a high of 96.05 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter ended near the next critical level of 96.86, a new historic low. Meanwhile, in a major structural intervention to stabilise domestic financial markets, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a $5 billion USD/INR buy-sell swap auction. Scheduled to take place next week on Tuesday, May 26, the central banks move is specifically engineered to inject durable, long-term Rupee liquidity into the commercial banking system. The Indian Rupee has faced persistent downward pressure, depreciating significantly against the American greenback in recent weeks due to ongoing global macroeconomic uncertainties and shifting foreign capital flows. By deploying this specialised monetary tool, ...