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

Benjamin Graham teaches that real investing is grounded in discipline, fundamentals, and patience. Markets tempt us to behave like speculators chasing momentum, but lasting wealth comes from consistency—valuing businesses, not price swings. When volatility strikes, conviction—not emotion—separates successful investors from the crowd.Read More

Oil prices spiked as the conflict involving Iran disrupted regional supplies and threatened the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route. Ship movements slowed, insurers withdrew coverage, and strikes across the region escalated risks. Analysts warn crude may face sharp spikes before stabilising.Read More

U.S. software firms are boosting stock buybacks amid a significant market downturn, but experts doubt this will halt the selling. Investors are wary of AI’s disruptive potential, causing a sharp decline in software stocks. While buybacks aim to support share prices and signal confidence, many believe concrete evidence of AI’s impact on business prospects is...Read More

Global markets tumbled Tuesday as escalating Middle East tensions, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz, sent oil and gas prices soaring. This surge fueled inflation fears, prompting investors to delay expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Tech stocks and airlines bore the brunt of the sell-off, while defense and energy firms saw gains.Read More

Sri Lankan shares plummeted 5.4% on Tuesday, their worst single-day drop since the 2022 financial crisis, driven by Middle East tensions. Fears of oil shortages and supply disruptions, exacerbated by the Iran conflict, impacted the market. The nation’s reliance on fuel imports and significant trade with the Middle East make it vulnerable to external shocks.Read More

Gaurs Group is investing Rs 100 crore to establish a precast manufacturing plant in Greater Noida, partnering with Elematic India for advanced concrete technology. This backward integration aims to enhance construction capabilities, improve efficiency, and reduce project timelines by approximately 30 percent. The facility will produce key structural components and is expected to be operational...Read More

Japanese shares experienced their sharpest decline in months on Tuesday, with the Topix and Nikkei indices slumping significantly. Escalating Middle East tensions, rising crude oil futures, and a stronger dollar fueled inflation concerns, impacting investor sentiment and weighing on the equity market.Read More

European shares extended their decline on Tuesday, mirroring a global equity selloff as investors grappled with the prospect of a prolonged Middle East conflict. A sharp jump in oil prices, fueled by Iran’s threat to close the Strait of Hormuz, raised fears of increased living costs and upward pressure on inflation.Read More

Bitcoin trades near $68,000 after its fifth consecutive red monthly close, with a 3% gain in the past 24 hours. Despite geopolitical tensions, the crypto market shows signs of stabilization, with $1 billion inflows into investment products last week, signaling renewed institutional interest and a cautiously optimistic outlook for March.Read More