Geopolitical tensions are expected to keep equities under pressure, with sharp moves anticipated in derivative stocks. The article highlights top bullish picks like KEI Industries and Lupin, alongside bearish outlooks for LIC Housing Finance and United Spirits, as traders navigate market volatility.Read More

Gold loan companies expect a significant increase in demand. Record gold prices, fueled by geopolitical tensions, are driving this trend. MSMEs and individuals are likely to seek quick, collateral-backed loans. This will help manage inventory, operational expenses, and cash flow. Rising gold prices enhance borrowing capacity. Gold loans are a growing retail loan category.Read More

Indian equities ended sharply lower on Monday, with Nifty and Sensex pressured by broad-based selling in financials, auto, and consumer stocks. India VIX surged, reflecting elevated market uncertainty. Analysts cite key support at 24,600 on Nifty, with cautious sentiment prevailing. Tejas Networks, BEL, and HDFC Bank were among the most active counters.Read More

GIFT Nifty traded sharply lower on Tuesday as Indian equities brace for geopolitical tensions following United States–Iran conflict. Rising crude prices, a weakening rupee, and risk-off sentiment pressured markets. Analysts note key Nifty and Sensex support levels, while cautioning against aggressive leveraged trades amid volatilityRead More

Gold and silver prices fell as a stronger US dollar and fading rate-cut prospects weighed on bullion, despite escalating Iran conflict. Spot gold dipped while silver, platinum, and palladium also retreated, though analysts expect safe-haven flows and geopolitical risks to support precious metals in the near term.Read More

Sterlite Technologies and BEL show strong bullish setups, offering near-term upside as technical indicators signal trend reversals and momentum gains.Read More

Wall Street’s main indexes opened sharply lower as investors weighed the impact of a widening Middle East conflict on inflation and global trade. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all retreated at the opening bell, reflecting growing concerns over geopolitical risks and market volatility.Read More

US gasoline prices jumped 11 cents to $3.11 per gallon as oil futures surged amid escalating United States–Iran tensions. Benchmark US crude rose 8.6% to $77.36 a barrel, while Brent crude climbed 6.7% to $81.29, reflecting fears of disrupted global oil supply.Read More

Tuhin Kanta Pandey said Sebi is monitoring speculative activity in short-dated options while affirming futures remain healthy. Regulatory measures aim to curb excesses without broad action. The regulator also clarified IPO NOC, pre-listing frameworks, and new mutual fund categorisation rules, ensuring transparency and investor protection.Read More

Gold and silver on MCX fell sharply on Tuesday as investors booked profits after Monday’s surge driven by escalating tensions involving United States, Israel and Iran. With markets weighing conflict risks and key US data ahead, analysts say volatility in precious metals is likely to remain elevated.Read More