Indian government bonds experienced a dip early Monday as hopes for a US-Iran diplomatic breakthrough faded. This geopolitical uncertainty, coupled with rising oil prices due to supply anxieties, is impacting import-sensitive markets like India. Investors are also closely watching global monetary policy decisions this week, while domestic swap rates remained steady.Read More

India Cements shares surged after Q4 net profit jumped 300% YoY to Rs 60 crore, driven by a sharp rise in EBITDA, even as revenue growth remained modest at 3%.Read More

Shares of Hindustan Zinc surged nearly 5% on Monday after the company posted a strong Q4 FY26 performance, with profit soaring 68% YoY and revenue rising 49%. Record metal production, industry-leading EBITDA margins, and the announcement of an interim dividend further lifted investor sentiment.Read More

Asia’s markets are split: South and Southeast Asia grapple with rising oil prices impacting trade and stocks, while North Asia’s tech giants, fueled by AI enthusiasm, hit record highs. This divergence highlights investors favoring future growth industries over immediate geopolitical energy risks. The ongoing conflict’s impact on oil prices is widening this gap.Read More

Suzlon Energy shares are soaring, driven by strong market sentiment and rising electricity demand forecasts. Analysts are bullish, citing robust March quarter expectations and the company’s leadership in India’s wind sector. Improved financials and increasing institutional investor interest further bolster the positive outlook, suggesting significant growth potential.Read More

Axis Bank shares fell after a muted Q4FY26, with net profit slipping 0.6% YoY to Rs 7,071 crore, even as both interest income and expenses rose 4.7%, weighing on investor sentiment.Read More

Reliance Industries shares fell over 1% after reporting a 13% YoY drop in Q4 profit despite strong revenue growth. Brokerages remain largely positive, citing recovery potential in O2C, steady retail and digital growth, and improving margins, although near-term pressures persist across segments including energy and petrochemicals.Read More

Global markets brace for a crucial week. Geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz are a major focus. Shifting interest rate expectations from the US Federal Reserve and European central banks add to uncertainty. Big Tech earnings, especially those related to artificial intelligence, will also shape investor sentiment. This convergence of factors promises...Read More

Japanese companies enter earnings season on a strong footing, but Middle East tensions pose risks to growth, inflation, and energy costs. While tech optimism and reforms support equities, caution is rising. Despite resilience in earnings expectations, external uncertainties may slow momentum in what has been a strong market rally.Read More

Senator Thom Tillis has cleared the path for Kevin Warsh’s confirmation as Federal Reserve chair. This follows the Department of Justice’s decision to end its probe into current Chair Jerome Powell. Warsh’s nomination now moves forward, aiming for Senate approval before Powell’s term ends. This development resolves months of uncertainty surrounding the crucial leadership role...Read More