Shares of Hindustan Petroleum, Indian Oil, and Bharat Petroleum saw significant gains on Friday. This surge followed a statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicating a de-escalation of conflict with Iran. Crude oil prices eased as a result. The rally also reflects a technical rebound after recent declines. Investors are watching geopolitical developments closely.Read More

Middle East tensions are impacting the U.S. housing market. Mortgage rates have reached a three-month peak. This rise complicates efforts to improve housing affordability. The spring selling season may see reduced buyer demand. Higher borrowing costs present challenges for buyers and sellers. This development adds to political concerns about housing affordability ahead of elections.Read More

Wall Street traders face a massive $5.7 trillion options expiry, the largest March event on record, potentially increasing market volatility. This “triple-witching” event occurs amid geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns, with volatility indicators already showing investor anxiety. The scale of the expiry, representing 8.4% of the Russell 3000’s market cap, suggests significant positioning-driven flows.Read More

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is significantly increasing construction costs in India, particularly impacting the luxury real estate market in Mumbai. Developers face higher prices for steel, aluminum, and imported materials, with potential cost increases of 5% expected to be passed on to buyers.Read More

Global central banks are holding interest rates steady, signaling a readiness to tighten policy amid rising energy prices and inflation concerns stemming from the U.S.-Israeli conflict. Policymakers are wary of derailing disinflation, leading markets to scale back rate cut expectations and price in potential hikes, particularly in Europe and the UK.Read More

Gold and silver prices rebounded sharply on 20 March 2026, with silver surging Rs 8,500 and gold rising Rs 3,300. Experts view the move as a relief rally within a broader bearish trend, driven by volatility in oil prices, the dollar and geopolitical tensions, while advising caution for short-term traders.Read More

Soaring energy prices stemming from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran have shifted global interest rate expectations, leaving the Federal Reserve as the sole major central bank not anticipated to hike rates this year. This has led to a slide in the dollar against other major currencies as policymakers elsewhere signal potential rate increases in response...Read More

Nestle India is expanding its production capacity. A new manufacturing line for its Munch chocolate brand is being set up in Sanand, Gujarat. This expansion is expected to add 8,300 tonnes to its annual output. The project involves an investment of Rs 225 crore. This move aims to meet future consumer demand for the popular...Read More

Indian IT stocks surged following Accenture’s robust results, which beat revenue expectations and saw record bookings. The global IT giant also raised its full-year revenue growth forecast. Analysts see strong AI-driven demand, particularly in financial services, though macro uncertainties persist. Valuations are now considered attractive.Read More

India’s financial markets are navigating a perfect storm. HDFC Bank’s chairman’s exit and rising oil prices create uncertainty. Expert Gurmeet Chadha advises a nuanced approach. He sees HDFC Bank’s issues as communication-related, not fundamental. For broader markets, he suggests staggered investments in low-correlation sectors and continued SIPs for retail investors.Read More