Australian shares dropped over 1% as rising oil prices, fueled by Middle East attacks, heightened inflation concerns and increased the likelihood of interest rate hikes. The S&P/ASX 200 index fell 1.3%, with financials and miners leading the decline. Energy stocks were the sole gainers, while New Zealand’s benchmark also saw a dip.Read More

Despite fears of AI-driven layoffs in India’s IT sector, CLSA analysts say hiring remains steady, and revenue per employee is rising. IT giants like TCS, Infosys and Tech Mahindra continue to expand recruitment, especially for specialised AI roles, while AI adoption boosts productivity and margins without threatening core jobs.Read More

Geopolitical tensions and trade route disruptions are making investors cautious, despite attractive stock valuations. Market participants are closely monitoring the Strait of Hormuz, as any disruption there impacts oil prices and supply chains. While uncertainty typically lowers valuations, it can create opportunities once clarity emerges, with the continuity of trade being the key factor for...Read More

Indian stock markets face volatility due to geopolitical tensions and rising energy prices, disrupting recent stability. Despite caution, market expert Neeraj Dewan identifies selective long-term opportunities in sectors like energy, defensives, food delivery platforms, auto, and select PSU stocks, advising gradual accumulation on dips.Read More

Bitcoin consolidated near $70,000 despite positive institutional demand, as macro uncertainty persisted. While Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw significant inflows and whale holdings rose, the broader crypto market capitalization edged down. Analysts suggest cautious sentiment with limited near-term breakout probability above $75,000.Read More

Indian government bonds declined early Thursday, reversing prior gains due to a surge in oil prices and a slump in U.S. Treasuries. Traders anticipate central bank intervention to mitigate losses, as rising crude prices may prompt a hawkish stance to counter rupee depreciation and imported inflation.Read More

Rising oil prices and West Asian tensions are creating market volatility, with investors watching energy flows and geopolitical strategy. Market expert Anurag Singh believes the US and Israel aim to dismantle Iran’s capabilities and secure the Strait of Hormuz. Equity markets have priced in weaker earnings, but emergency oil releases offer a temporary reprieve.Read More

Goldman Sachs has pushed back its forecast for U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts, now anticipating quarter-point reductions in September and December. This shift is attributed to rising inflation risks stemming from the Middle East conflict, making a June start appear too early. However, earlier cuts remain possible if the labor market weakens more significantly than...Read More

Jefferies has initiated coverage on Sai Life Sciences with a ‘Buy’ rating and a Rs 1,300 target price, citing its integrated ‘follow-the-molecule’ model and strong growth outlook. The brokerage highlighted the company’s healthy pipeline, global presence, and clean balance sheet as key investment drivers, projecting significant upside potential.Read More

Nomura has initiated coverage on Tata Capital, L&T Finance and Piramal Finance with Buy ratings, citing their expanding product portfolios and rapid adoption of AI-driven lending engines. The brokerage expects NBFCs to outpace banks over the next 15 years, driven by MSME credit gaps, digital data analytics and rising retail penetration.Read More