Global markets saw a dip as Middle East tensions escalated, pushing oil prices and bond yields higher, signaling increased U.S. interest rate risk. Political uncertainty in the UK also weighed on sterling. Investors are now keenly watching upcoming U.S. inflation data and central bank commentary for further clues on monetary policy direction, with markets pricing...Read More

Oil prices surged Monday as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed amid escalating tensions. Talks between U.S. and Iranian officials began on a rocky note, with Iran citing violations of a peace deal. Despite expectations of increased supply and potential sanctions relief, the market reacted to disruptions in a key oil transit route, highlighting...Read More

Gold prices surged over 1% as easing U.S.-Iran tensions and falling crude oil prices reduced inflation and interest rate hike fears. While investors anticipate the Fed holding rates steady, Indian gold demand saw a dip amid volatility. Swiss gold exports also experienced a decline. Other precious metals like silver, platinum, and palladium also saw gains.Read More

Global markets faced jitters as U.S.-Iran tensions escalated, impacting oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz. Despite peace talks, threats from President Trump and Tehran’s actions cast a shadow. Meanwhile, the British pound weakened amid political uncertainty, and the Japanese yen neared a two-year low, with authorities watching currency movements closely. U.S. Treasury yields also...Read More

Japan’s Nikkei index soared past 72,000 for the first time, fueled by enthusiastic AI investments that overshadowed concerns about US-Iran peace talks. The government’s ambitious plan to invest heavily in strategic sectors like AI and chips by 2040 further boosted market sentiment. Nonferrous metals and electric appliances were top performers, while J.Front Retailing surged on...Read More

As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily time frame, it is generally considered to be an overall uptrend.Read More

Last week, Bajaj Auto said that its buyback committee decided on the record date for the purpose of determining the entitlement and eligibility of shareholders who can tender shares in the buyback.Read More

The sector regulator has recalled refinancing support worth nearly Rs 500 crore —a punitive action that has set off a sweeping leadership overhaul at the company. ET was the first to report on April 13 that managing director and CEO Sachinder Bhinder was being asked to step down, with Manu Singh — former home loans...Read More

Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance group is set to significantly boost its market presence, potentially holding nearly 7% of BSE’s total market capitalization post-Jio Platforms’ IPO. This move positions Reliance Industries and JioP as India’s two largest companies by market value, surpassing major banks and telecom players. The combined RIL group market cap is expected to rival...Read More

Foreign investors remain cautious about Indian stocks, despite some cash market buying. Their derivative bets show lingering doubt, influenced by a fragile US-Iran peace deal, a weakening rupee, and more appealing opportunities elsewhere in Asia. While the Nifty saw a modest gain, a high long-short ratio in futures indicates a lack of strong bullish sentiment.Read More