Oil prices saw a dip on Tuesday. This followed a significant rise after the U.S. Navy began operations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. A U.S.-flagged vessel successfully exited the Gulf. This eased immediate supply disruption fears. However, Iran launched attacks in the Gulf. Several commercial vessels were struck. A key oil port in the...Read More

Nifty rebounded to 24,119 on Monday, driven by easing crude prices and improved risk sentiment, with geopolitical relief also contributing. Analysts anticipate a sustained upward trend, contingent on softer oil prices, strong domestic data, and political clarity post-state elections. The India VIX eased, indicating reduced market fear.Read More

Global markets remain cautious as Middle East tensions persist, impacting oil prices and investor sentiment. The yen steadied after suspected intervention, while the dollar strengthened on safe-haven demand. Investors await the Reserve Bank of Australia’s policy decision, with a rate hike widely anticipated to combat inflation. The yen’s future hinges on oil prices and conflict...Read More

Gold prices remained largely steady as escalating Middle East tensions and stalled U.S.-Iran peace talks kept investors on edge. Despite recent dips, spot gold saw a slight uptick, while U.S. futures also edged higher. The ongoing conflict in the Gulf, including naval engagements and maritime blockades, continues to influence market sentiment.Read More

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Individual investors reduced direct equity ownership for the third consecutive quarter, while mutual fund holdings reached a record high, driven by surging retail inflows. Foreign ownership hit a 14-year low amid a risk-off sentiment, contrasting with domestic institutional holdings climbing to an all-time peak.Read More

India’s banking and insurance regulators are against allowing lenders and insurers to trade in commodity markets due to valid concerns, according to Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. Sebi is also preparing an advisory on AI risks from models like Anthropic’s Mythos, which can exploit vulnerabilities at speed. The regulator is also gearing up to launch...Read More

A company law appeals court has rejected Vedanta Ltd’s challenge to Gautam Adani’s group winning bid for bankrupt firm Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL). The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal found no merit in Vedanta’s petitions, upholding the Committee of Creditors’ decision to favor Adani’s ₹14,535-crore bid. JAL entered insolvency proceedings after failing to pay over...Read More

Citibank has appointed Raj Rathi as its new head of mergers and acquisitions in India. This appointment is effective from June 2026. Rathi will lead Citi’s M&A operations in India. He will focus on advising on significant transactions. He will also work to enhance client relationships in key sectors. Rathi previously worked at Dream Sports.Read More

Ambuja Cements announced strong March quarter earnings. Net profit surged over 37 percent year-on-year. This growth was significantly boosted by a substantial tax credit. Sales volume reached an all-time high, alongside record revenue. The company noted ongoing cost pressures from fuel and packaging. These challenges are expected to persist into the first half of FY27.Read More