Japans Nikkei share average fell to a one-month low on Wednesday. Investors sold risk assets due to escalating Middle East conflict. Chip-related companies led the decline. Oil refinery index was the worst performer. Some software shares and Nidec saw gains. Sony and Nintendo also advanced.Read More

When the closing price drops below the VWAP, it indicates that the stock ended the session below the average price at which it traded during the day, weighted by volume.Read More

Petronet LNG crashed 8% after it issued a force majeure notice to QatarEnergy due to supply disruptions from Middle East hostilities, preventing its LNG tankers from safely transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The company also notified its key off-takers, GAIL, IOCL, and BPCL, of the potential impact on supply agreements.Read More

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shares fell 2% despite the Ministry of Defence awarding a Rs 2,901 crore contract for six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-III for the Indian Coast Guard. This deal, under the Buy (Indian) category, aims to boost maritime security and supports the Make in India initiative.Read More

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Gujarat Gas has slashed industrial gas supplies by 50% due to disruptions linked to the US-Iran conflict impacting regasified LNG availability. The company declared a Force Majeure event, citing circumstances beyond its control, as Qatar Energy’s LNG production halted. This development significantly affects Gujarat Gas, which relies heavily on imports, particularly from Qatar.Read More

Middle East tensions are driving up crude oil prices, impacting Indian energy stocks like ONGC and Oil India. Escalating attacks and potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could significantly boost oil prices, raising India’s import bill and inflation risks. Analysts warn of substantial price hikes if the conflict widens.Read More

Gold and silver surged on MCX on Wednesday amid escalating U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, boosting safe-haven demand. MCX April gold rose above Rs 1.63 lakh per 10 grams, while May silver jumped to Rs 2.71 lakh per kg. Analysts advise caution, citing high volatility and recommending investors wait for market stability before trading.Read More

Following U.S. and Israeli strikes, Iranian crypto exchanges saw a significant surge in outflows, exceeding $2 million in one hour. Researchers noted an eightfold increase in peak hourly outflows from Nobitex, suggesting ordinary Iranians and potentially state-aligned actors moved funds amid rising geopolitical risks, possibly representing capital flight.Read More

Escalating Middle East conflict sent global markets into a tailspin Tuesday, with cash emerging as the undisputed king. Investors dumped gold, bonds, and stocks, seeking refuge in the U.S. dollar and oil. This dramatic shift, driven by geopolitical uncertainty, saw traditional safe havens falter as volatility surged across asset classes.Read More