Gold prices tumbled over 2% on Monday. A stronger US dollar made the precious metal more expensive for global buyers. Higher energy costs fueled inflation worries, delaying anticipated interest rate cuts. Investors are now less hopeful for a June rate reduction. Silver, platinum, and palladium also saw significant declines.Read More

Indian equities are set to open sharply lower as crude oil surges nearly 20% amid the US-Israel-Iran conflict, weighing on global markets. Asian indices, led by Nikkei, plunged, while a strong dollar and rising US Treasury yields intensify pressure. Investors await the US CPI data for further cues.Read More

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Indian state-run banks are planning new green bond issuances following Bank of Baroda’s successful ₹10,000-crore seven-year bond at a 7.10% coupon. Union Bank of India and State Bank of India are expected to raise significant amounts, with other public sector lenders also considering the market.Read More

India’s top investors experienced mixed results in the December quarter. While some portfolios saw gains between 2% and 11%, others faced declines of 3% to 19% amidst volatile market movements. Benchmark indices showed varied performance, with Nifty and Nifty Midcap 150 rising, while Nifty Smallcap 250 slightly dipped.Read More

Amidst rising market volatility and geopolitical tensions, low beta stocks are gaining prominence. Over one in four BSE 500 stocks have shown positive returns in the past month, with many exhibiting lower volatility than the broader market. Several companies with India-centric operations and strong financial growth have achieved double-digit returns across multiple periods.Read More

ACME Solar Holdings has secured ₹2,300 crore via a 15-year term loan from NaBFID to refinance dollar bonds maturing this year. The loan, priced between 8% and 8.50%, is backed by revenues from 12 operational solar SPVs, ensuring repayment comfort for the lender.Read More

Geopolitical tensions are expected to keep the Nifty volatile next week, with the index hovering near a key support zone. Analysts suggest a bearish outlook below 24,700, targeting 24,000, while a move above 24,800 is needed for sentiment stabilization. Trading strategies include a Bear Put Spread and selective stock picks.Read More

Data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) shows that several foreign lenders saw a decline in their active card base in 2025, even as the overall credit card market continued to grow rapidly, driven largely by private sector banks. Among major foreign issuers, American Express saw its active cards decline to 1.334 million...Read More

Saudi Aramco shares saw a significant jump as the Iran conflict intensified. This ongoing situation is causing oil supply disruptions. Global oil prices are expected to rise further. United Arab Emirates and Kuwait are reducing production. Vital shipping routes are facing near closure. Aramco is rerouting shipments to the Red Sea.Read More