Crude oil above $100 has wiped out Rs 20 lakh crore in equity wealth, hammering markets in India as the Iran conflict escalates. The rupee hit a record low, and FIIs continue to sell, yet experts and Axis Mutual Fund argue the panic may be creating a rare long-term buying window.Read More

Indian equity markets are experiencing significant volatility due to geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainties, with FII selling exacerbating the downturn. Experts advise a ‘sell on rise’ approach, emphasizing selective investing in resilient sectors like pharma and metals, while cautioning against banks, IT, autos, and real estate.Read More

Jefferies has updated its analyst top ideas, adding seven new stock recommendations across various sectors. These picks include State Bank of India, Groww, Star Health & Allied Insurance, Bharat Forge, JSW Steel, Eternal, and Max Healthcare, with significant upside potential highlighted for each.Read More

Japanese government bond yields are rising across the board. Higher crude oil prices and a weaker yen are fueling inflation worries. The benchmark 10-year JGB yield has increased. The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting. Market participants are watching the BOJ’s stance on inflation pressures.Read More

Honda Motor’s stock plummeted nearly 6% in Tokyo after the automaker announced its first annual loss in nearly 70 years. The company is facing up to $15.7 billion in restructuring costs, primarily due to cancelling three planned electric vehicle models in the US and writing down its China business.Read More

IFCI shares surged over 11% after the National Stock Exchange (NSE) appointed 20 merchant bankers and eight law firms for its upcoming IPO. IFCI holds an indirect stake in NSE through its subsidiary, Stock Holding Corporation of India, which could be a selling shareholder in the offer-for-sale.Read More

The Indian rupee has reached a historic low. Worries about rising oil prices due to the Iran conflict are impacting the economy. Analysts predict further weakening if oil prices remain high. Foreign investors are selling Indian stocks. The central bank is intervening to support the currency. The situation is expected to continue under pressure.Read More

Indian government bonds are falling. Oil prices remain high, fueling inflation worries. This impacts India’s economic growth and interest rate expectations. The rupee has hit a new low against the dollar. The Reserve Bank of India is intervening to support bond yields. Traders are cautious due to ongoing Middle East conflict. Analysts predict higher inflation...Read More

The Hormuz Strait crisis poses a significant risk to India’s energy and fertilizer supplies. DAM Capital’s Nandan Chakraborty advises investors to focus on the duration of the disruption, not just oil prices. His strategy involves maintaining liquidity, identifying undervalued growth stocks, and avoiding value traps. Sectors like NBFCs, consumer discretionary, defense, and renewables are highlighted...Read More

Indian equity markets are experiencing significant volatility due to global uncertainties, rising crude oil prices, and consistent FII selling. Market expert Amnish Aggarwal advises caution, noting that supply chain disruptions and potential impacts on corporate earnings will take time to normalize. He suggests investors remain on the sidelines until the situation stabilizes.Read More