Markets concluded their sixth consecutive week of decline, falling by nearly half a percent amid heightened volatility. Analysts anticipate the upcoming week will remain data-intensive, with the US-Iran conflict and its impact on crude oil prices being critical market sentiment drivers. The Indian rupee surged over 2% on Thursday, marking its best single-day gain since...Read More

The Reserve Bank of India is widely expected to maintain interest rates and its policy stance unchanged due to global economic uncertainties, including the US-Israel conflict impacting energy prices and fiscal deficit concerns. Policymakers will closely monitor the rupee’s performance and potential capital outflows, with the RBI possibly considering measures to support the currency without...Read More

Indian markets brace for volatility as the West Asia conflict fuels investor nervousness. Despite oversold conditions, a bearish undertone persists, with Nifty and Sensex facing their sixth consecutive weekly decline. The RBI’s upcoming monetary policy review will be closely watched for sentiment cues. Analysts suggest cautious trading with specific strategies for Nifty and recommend select...Read More

The primary equity market in FY26 presented a challenging landscape, with most IPOs failing to deliver returns post-listing due to heightened volatility and foreign investor exodus. While only a third of the 109 mainboard IPOs posted positive returns, select companies like Ather Energy and Belrise Industries achieved significant gains.Read More

US buyout group TPG, alongside ICICI Bank and GIC of Singapore, is set to acquire Aseem Infrastructure Finance Ltd for Rs 4,000 crore. This strategic move aims to accelerate green funding and investment initiatives in India, with the existing sponsors exiting the non-bank lender.Read More

Oil prices are rising sharply. President Trump has signaled a major escalation in the Iran conflict. This raises fears of an energy shock impacting the global economy. Asian stocks saw a slight increase. Investors are closely watching military actions and the Strait of Hormuz. Inflation data is also a key focus for markets.Read More

Banks are paying significantly higher rates for certificates of deposit, reaching near two-year highs. This reflects intense competition for funds and ongoing liquidity pressures. Several banks, including CSB Bank and Ujjivan Small Finance Bank, have offered elevated rates. This trend goes beyond seasonal year-end adjustments, indicating deeper funding challenges for lenders.Read More

Bulls staged a sharp rebound on Thursday, lifting Sensex and Nifty to a second straight gain despite high volatility. IT stocks led the recovery, while India VIX edged higher. Analysts see near-term upside but caution that broader weakness and elevated volatility persist. Market sentiment remains positive, supported by strong breadth and selective buying interest.Read More

The domestic stock market is expected to remain volatile this week as investors track the Reserve Bank’s monetary policy decision, key global macroeconomic data and the impact of the West Asia conflict, analysts said.Read More

Rs 2,378 crore in IPO anchor shares unlocking across 11 firms during April–May may create supply pressure, with clustered expiries potentially impacting stock prices and short-term market sentiment significantly.Read More