Investors are selling stocks, bonds, and gold, increasing cash holdings due to the Iran war’s geopolitical and macro uncertainty. This mirrors strategies from the Ukraine invasion, with concerns of an energy price shock fueling inflation and prompting central banks to consider rate hikes instead of cuts.Read More

Goldman Sachs has downgraded Indian equities to ‘market weight’ from ‘overweight’, citing slower earnings growth and crude price concerns. The brokerage cut its Nifty 12-month target to 25,900, anticipating downside risks in the next 3-6 months due to unpriced earnings cuts. Despite recent gains, Goldman remains overweight on select sectors but downgraded cyclicals and downstream...Read More

Indian stock markets extended their rally for a second straight session, with banking, auto, and consumer stocks driving gains. Several companies, including Chennai Petroleum, LIC, and Brigade Enterprises, are in focus today due to significant corporate developments and announcements.Read More

Businesses are adjusting supply chains due to the ongoing conflict. Indian companies possess stronger financial health than before the pandemic. Equity markets have seen a correction, making valuations more reasonable. HSBC aims to become a top private bank in India. The bank is also focusing on transaction banking and global investing options for affluent clients.Read More

Indian government bond yields are expected to face pressure due to a record weekly supply of state debt, with auctions likely to exceed notified amounts. This significant issuance could lead to a crowding-out effect, pushing the 10-year benchmark yield towards 6.90%-6.95%.Read More

Saudi Arabia’s wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund, is committed to global investments. Governor Yasir Al Rumayyan stated the fund’s strong financial position. Despite regional conflicts, Gulf investors are proceeding with international deals. The PIF plans to increase its annual deployment and boost domestic and international private sector involvement. Saudi Arabia aims to attract global...Read More

Indian stock markets saw a strong rally on Wednesday, with the Nifty and Sensex closing higher for the second consecutive session. Gains in banking, auto, and consumer stocks boosted market sentiment. The market experienced a pullback after a recent decline. Volatility is expected to continue due to global factors. The Indian Rupee saw a slight...Read More

The S&P 500 Index faces its worst month in a year. Technical analysis points to a potential 9% drop before finding support. This level, known as the 50% Fibonacci retracement, is a key indicator for traders. Geopolitical events and oil prices add to market uncertainty. Investors watch for resolutions to global conflicts and inflation pressures.Read More

BlackRock president Rob Kapito warned that investors are underestimating the economic risks of the Iran war, predicting it could reduce growth by two percentage points and increase inflation by a similar margin. Even if the conflict ends soon, oil prices may spike to $150 a barrel due to supply chain disruptions.Read More