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Mcap of 6 of top-10 most valued firms climbs Rs 88,678 cr; ICICI Bank biggest winner
Indian stock markets saw a modest gain last week, with the top 10 companies adding Rs 88,678.1 crore in market valuation. ICICI Bank led the surge, followed by HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries. However, Bharti Airtel, TCS, and LIC experienced significant valuation drops. This positive market sentiment was attributed to easing crude oil prices and improved geopolitical developments.
Will Sensex, Nifty extend gains or turn volatile? Q1 updates, F&O expiry among 8 factors set to steer stock market this week
Indian markets head into a crucial week with investors tracking Q1 business updates, June F&O expiry, auto sales data, FII flows, crude oil prices, monsoon progress, US bond yields and key macroeconomic releases. While benchmark indices have remained resilient, profit booking in broader markets signals caution as traders assess domestic and global cues for the next leg of market direction.
Stocks to buy below ₹100: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell
Next week, Bank Nifty's trading range is set between 57,000 and 59,000, with breakouts suggesting future trends. Analyst Mehul Kothari advises buying Trident, UCO Bank, and MMTC under ₹100, as the Indian market remains strong amid mixed signals and easing crude oil prices.
Middlemen offer Iranian oil to Indian refiners after US waiver, traders say
Middlemen and Iran's state oil company are offering discounted Iranian crude to Indian refiners after the US granted a 60-day sanctions waiver. However, refiners have limited room for fresh purchases due to existing supply commitments, while payment and banking uncertainties continue to delay commercial negotiations despite renewed interest.
Indian refiners unlikely to rush for Iranian oil despite temporary US sanctions waiver, says analyst
Indian refiners are unlikely to sharply raise purchases of Iranian crude despite a 60-day US sanctions waiver, as uncertainty over its duration, payment hurdles and existing supply commitments limit fresh buying, market analyst Sumit Ritolia said. Refiners have already secured most crude requirements for the coming months through advance procurement plans.
Rajesh Palviya of Axis Sec suggests JSW Infrastructure, Ind-Swift Laboratories, Welspun Living shares to buy next week
The Indian stock market will remain closed on June 26 for the Muharram holiday. Benchmark indices extended their winning streak ahead of the holiday, with Nifty 50 closing at 24,056 and Sensex at 77,100.47, boosted by easing crude oil prices and supportive measures for the rupee.
Cooling crude prices drive weekly gains; Street expects Q2 earnings recovery
Indian stock markets closed slightly higher on Thursday, marking a third consecutive week of gains, buoyed by falling crude oil prices. The Nifty 50 and Sensex both edged up, with easing oil prices boosting investor confidence. Analysts suggest dips may attract buying, anticipating improved corporate margins from the second quarter, even with potential monsoon deficits. Volatility expectations also decreased.
Oil slide powers India's stock benchmarks to longest weekly winning run 7 months
Indian stock markets achieved their longest winning streak in seven months, with the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closing higher. Falling crude oil prices and measures to boost the rupee and attract foreign investment bolstered investor confidence. The Reserve Bank of India's stance against near-term rate hikes also supported sentiment, with the pharma and financial sectors showing notable gains.
INR settles higher as global crude oil prices continue to slide
The Indian rupee appreciated 16 paise to settle at 94.39 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday as global crude oil prices continued to slide. Positive sentiments in the domestic equity markets and a marginally weaker greenback further supported the local unit while FII outflows prevented sharper gains. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 94.30 against the dollar and traded in the range of 94.13-94.56. It settled at 94.39 (provisional), up 16 paise from the previous close. Indian shares gave up some early gains to end modestly higher on Thursday. Underlying sentiment remained underpinned somewhat as oil prices extended declines to levels seen before the Middle East conflict on signs of improving flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route that handles around one-fifth of global oil supplies.
FPIs sell ₹63,450 crore of Indian equities in June first half; financials, oil & gas stocks see highest outflows - Mint
FPIs sell ₹63,450 crore of Indian equities in June first half; financials, oil & gas stocks see highest outflowsMint
Why is market rising today? Sensex soars 800 pts, Nifty above 24,250. 3 key factors powering D-St bulls
Indian stock markets experienced a significant surge on Thursday, with both the Sensex and Nifty climbing over 1%. This bullish trend was fueled by declining crude oil prices and positive global market signals. The Sensex saw a jump of nearly 800 points, while the Nifty 50 rose by over 200 points, injecting substantial value into the overall market capitalization.
AI to remain both the biggest market driver and risk over the coming quarters, says Invesco
David Chao, Global Market Strategist–Asia Pacific at Invesco, believes India's investment case is improving, supported by lower crude oil prices, strengthening earnings expectations and expanding corporate margins. While valuations remain relatively expensive, he expects Indian equities to deliver strong performance in the second half of the year, with financial and banking stocks emerging as key beneficiaries of rising demand for capital.