Metal stocks have plunged recently due to geopolitical tensions and hawkish Fed commentary. However, experts anticipate a near-term surge in metal prices, driven by the Iran-US conflict and rising oil costs. Supply disruptions in the Middle East are particularly impacting steel and aluminum markets, with potential implications for Indian producers.Read More

Global real estate investment is shifting. Geopolitical tensions are making investors cautious about Dubai. Capital is now flowing towards India’s stable markets like Gurugram and Mumbai. Domestic demand is driving growth in India. Investors are prioritizing long-term fundamentals and quality assets. Dubai remains an option for rental income, but India is seen as a wealth...Read More

Indian markets witnessed a broad-based sell-off amid escalating Middle East tensions and rising crude oil prices. Several stocks, including IDBI Bank and SpiceJet, declined sharply during the week. Geopolitical risks, inflation concerns, and regulatory developments weighed on investor sentiment, dragging multiple sectors lower despite selective resilience in parts of the market.Read More

Global markets face continued impact from the West Asia conflict. Uncertainty is expected to drive risk aversion. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) acknowledged this in its recent meeting. While GDP growth projections were raised, inflation forecasts were revised upwards. Rate cuts are still anticipated, but higher energy prices pose a risk of delay.Read More

Amid global market volatility, NSE’s Harish K Ahuja advises retail investors against panic selling, urging patience and a long-term perspective. He highlighted that India’s market fundamentals remain strong with positive GDP growth and industrial indicators, despite short-term fluctuations. Ahuja emphasized that disciplined, patient investors are likely to be rewarded.Read More

Saurav Ghosh of Jiraaf advises investors to stay calm amid geopolitical volatility and use bonds as a strategic buffer. He highlights short-duration fixed income as a stable allocation and suggests deploying capital into equities during corrections, while closely tracking oil prices, inflation, and volatility indicators to navigate uncertain market conditions effectively.Read More

Fourteen stocks from the BSE SmallCap index declined continuously over five trading sessions ending March 20, with losses of up to 23%. Despite the Sensex remaining largely flat, sharp volatility during the period highlights continued pressure in broader markets, particularly in smallcap stocks witnessing sustained selling across consecutive sessions.Read More

Bitcoin traded in a narrow range amid cautious derivatives positioning, even as large holders continued accumulating. Institutional inflows into ETFs and stable price action indicate a consolidation phase. Analysts expect a decisive move once macro conditions improve, with $70,000 emerging as a key level for confirming any sustained upward momentum.Read More

Nikhil Advani of LGT Wealth India advises investors to prioritise resilience amid rising geopolitical risks and market volatility. He recommends global diversification, defensive sector allocation, and phased investing, while highlighting opportunities in infrastructure and AI. ETFs and multi-asset strategies can help manage risk and capture long-term growth across global markets effectively.Read More

Foreign portfolio investors pulled out Rs 52,703 crore from Indian equities in the first half of March, with financials bearing the brunt. Broad-based selling, rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions weighed on markets, while select inflows into capital goods and metals indicate continued interest in domestic capex and infrastructure themes.Read More