Financial markets are not always rational, as investor sentiment, fear, and greed can drive sharp price swings defying traditional analysis. History shows markets can move for irrational reasons, requiring investors to be prepared for unpredictable behavior. Understanding this psychological influence is crucial for navigating market volatility.Read More

The Sensex plunged 1,352 points to close at 77,566 amid a broad market sell-off. Five major index stocks—TCS, InterGlobe Aviation, HDFC Bank, Trent and Asian Paints—hit 52-week lows, reflecting persistent weakness and rising investor caution.Read More

BSE Index Services has launched the BSE SmallCap 500 and four factor-based indices: Quality 50, Momentum 50, Low Volatility 50, and Enhanced Value 50. These rules-based indices, reconstituted quarterly, provide benchmarks for small-cap equities, enabling ETFs, index funds, and portfolio benchmarking, helping investors capture differentiated factor exposures in India’s small-cap segment.Read More

Crude oil futures on MCX have jumped 62% in six sessions after the Middle East war triggered supply fears and production cuts. Analysts warn prolonged conflict could push prices higher, raising inflation risks and India’s import bill.Read More

Rajputana Stainless IPO saw a slow start to subscription on Day 1. The Rs 255 crore issue, priced Rs 116–122 per share, is a mix of fresh issue and an offer for sale (OFS). Founded in 1991, Rajputana Stainless manufactures a range of long and flat stainless steel products, including billets, forging ingots, bright bars,...Read More

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday injected Rs 50,000 crore into the banking system through Open Market Operation (OMO) purchases of government securities, according to a release.Read More

Solar panel manufacturing company Insolation Energy Limited’s equity shares have been listed on the main boards of the BSE and NSE.Read More

U.S. stock index futures tumbled more than 1% on Monday as oil prices soared, exacerbating inflation ​fears as hostilities in the Middle East entered their tenth day.Read More

Markets are volatile due to West Asia tensions and rising oil prices. Hiren Ved of Alchemy Capital suggests a contrarian approach. Instead of seeking safety, he recommends buying fundamentally strong stocks that have been heavily impacted by the current selloff. He believes this is the opportune moment for investors to deploy capital, anticipating a recovery...Read More

India’s Nifty is hovering near 24,000 after heavy selling triggered by rising Middle East tensions and crude prices. Analysts warn continued geopolitical volatility and weak technical indicators could push the index toward the 23,000–22,900 support zone.Read More