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India's core sector grows at 4% in Jan-26, Steel and Cement production surges
The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 4.0 per cent (provisional) in January, 2026 as compared to the Index in January, 2025. Growth has eased from a revised 4.7% in December. The production of Cement, Steel, Electricity, Fertilizer and Coal recorded positive growth in January, 2026. The Eight Core Industries comprise 40.27 percent of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). The final growth rate of Index of Eight Core Industries for December 2025 was observed at 4.7 per cent. The cumulative growth rate of ICI during April to January, 2025-26 is 2.8 per cent (provisional) as compared to the corresponding period of last year.
INR tumbles near three-week low amid surging international oil prices, firm dollar overseas
The Indian rupee plunged 31 paise to settle at 90.99 (provisional) against the US dollar on Friday, tracking a strong American currency against major currencies and higher crude oil prices amid intensifying US-Iran tensions. Positive momentum in domestic equity markets failed to support the Indian unit. Indian shares bounced back on Friday after falling sharply in the previous session on rising geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve's rate path. The benchmark BSE Sensex jumped 316.57 points, or 0.38 percent, to 82,814.71. The broader NSE Nifty index surged 116.90 points, or 0.46 percent, to 25,571.25, with metal and banking stocks leading the surge.
Rs 7.5 lakh crore selloff! US-Iran war fears among 5 key triggers behind Sensex's 1,400-point intraday crash
Indian stock markets, Nifty and Sensex, experienced a sharp selloff on Thursday, wiping out Rs 7.55 lakh crore in investor wealth. This decline was driven by geopolitical tensions involving the US and Iran, uncertainty surrounding US Federal Reserve rate cuts, rising crude oil prices, and increased bond yields, alongside profit booking by investors.
Indian stock market: 7 key things that changed for market overnight- Gift Nifty, US Fed minutes, oil prices to gold rate - Mint
Indian stock market: 7 key things that changed for market overnight- Gift Nifty, US Fed minutes, oil prices to gold rateMint
Nifty Realty falls nearly 2%, Godrej Properties, Prestige down up to 4% as crude-driven inflation worries weigh
The weakness in real estate shares comes amid broader concerns about elevated crude oil prices and their potential inflationary impact, which could delay interest-rate cuts by central banks.
Nifty at 29,000 by March 2027? Emkay's Seshadri Sen Shares Top Stock Picks
Can the Nifty hit 29,000 by March 2027? In this conversation with Surabhi Upadhyay, Emkay Global's Head of Research & Strategist Seshadri Sen explains why falling oil prices, a stronger rupee, improving earnings growth and resilient domestic flows could drive a 20% rally in Indian equities. He also shares his favourite sectors, key risks to watch and top investment themes for the next two years.
Nifty top losers today: IndiGo, SBI, Tata Motors stocks among biggest drags as oil shock rattles markets
Among the Nifty top losers today, IndiGo stock plunged about 5.4 percent, making it the biggest decliner on the index. State Bank of India fell around 5.1 percent. Auto stocks also featured prominently among the losers.
Closing Bell: Sensex crashes 1,123 pts, Nifty below 24,500 as US-Iran tensions intensify
Except IT, all other sectoral indices ended in the red, with Infra, PSU Bank, Realty, Media, Oil & gas, Auto, Metal down 2-4%. Nifty Midcap and smallcap indices down 2% each. Tata Steel, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, SBI Life Insurance, L&T, JSW Steel were among major losers on the Nifty, while gainers included Coal India, Bharti Airtel, Infosys, Tech Mahindra.
When oil prices fall and geopolitical risks recede: The sectors that truly win in India
Selective exposure to aviation, OMCs, paints, tyres, automobiles, logistics, and rate-sensitive financials offers a high-conviction way to participate in India’s ongoing structural growth story.
Bank Nifty falls over 2% as crude-driven inflation worries weigh; ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank among top Nifty losers
The weakness in banking stocks reflects macro concerns arising from surging crude oil prices amid the escalation of the Middle East conflict. Elevated crude oil prices have reignited inflationary concerns, stoking fears of tighter monetary policies and delay in interest-rate cuts by central banks.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Live: Sensex slips 470 pts, Nifty below 24,150; Max Healthcare, JSW Steel, SBI Life top losers
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty Midcap index up 0.2% and Smallcap indices up 0.7%. Among sectors, metal, media, realty, oil & gas, power up 0.5-1% each. Adani Ports, Interglobe Aviation, Wipro, NTPC and Hindalco are among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers are Tata Consumer, Max Healthcare, JSW Steel, SBI Life Insurance, Axis Bank.
Taking Stock: Nifty above 23,600, Sensex gains 1,695 pts on Middle East peace hopes
Among the Nifty constituents, Shriram Finance, L&T, InterGlobe Aviation, Bajaj Finance and Titan Company emerged as the top gainers. On the other hand, Nestle India, ONGC, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consumer and SBI Life Insurance ended as the major laggards.