India VIX, which measures volatility in markets, eased nearly 21% on Wednesday after Iran and US announced a temporary ceasefire to their raging war in the Middle East, cooling off the skyrocketing rally in oil prices and bringing back risk-on sentiment on Dalal Street, although analysts still advise caution.Read More

The Reserve Bank of India’s latest policy stance balances optimism on growth with caution on inflation and foreign exchange volatility. Analysts noted the central bank’s FY27 growth projection of 6.9% appears optimistic compared to market expectations, but the measured communication aims to stabilize market sentiment amidst global uncertainties.Read More

U.S. stock index futures climbed ​on Wednesday as investors breathed a sigh of relief after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, sending crude prices lower on expectations that energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz could resume.Read More

European markets surged at the open as a US-Iran ceasefire boosted investor confidence, with Germany’s index jumping sharply.Read More

Ola Electric shares surged after announcing its in-house developed LFP cell is ready. This development is expected to make electric vehicles cheaper and accelerate their adoption. The new cell will be integrated into Ola products starting next quarter. The company’s Gigafactory is also scaling up, with thousands of vehicles already on Indian roads.Read More

India’s market regulator has extended IPO approval deadlines by six months, safeguarding over 500 billion rupees in potential listings. This move addresses market volatility and investor concerns, impacting around 40 companies.Read More

Realty firm Arvind SmartSpaces Ltd has partnered with Sigma Oxford Realtors to develop a housing project in Mumbai with an expected revenue of Rs 2,400 crore.Read More

Amid market jitters, experts advise focusing on robust largecap stocks in infrastructure and banking for better risk-reward. Defence and metals also present tactical chances. While Q1 earnings might show disruptions, the market is looking ahead, with valuations already factoring in negativity. Investors should buy quality stocks gradually for long-term gains.Read More

Brokerage Bernstein set a year-end target of 26,000 for the Nifty 50, with strategist Venugopal Garre saying the United States–Iran ceasefire marks an “off-ramp” from recent hostilities. Falling crude risks support rebounds in financials, oil marketing companies, travel, chemicals, paints and construction.Read More

Svatantra Microfin, backed by Advent International, is preparing for an initial public offering that could raise up to $250 million. The microfinance firm, founded by Ananya Birla, has appointed Kotak Mahindra Capital and Axis Capital as advisers and plans to file draft paperwork in the coming months. The offering will likely include both new and...Read More