Oil prices edge lower as SVB collapse spooks financial markets

The sudden shutdown of SVB Financial triggered concerns about risks to other banks resulting from the U.S. Federal Reserve’s sharp interest rate hikes over the last year. It also spurred speculation about whether the central bank could slow the pace of its monetary tightening.

Asian shares extend losses as US banking worries persist

“There is escalating tensity in the global financial world; this is despite non-U.S. banks’ exposure to US regional banks being minimal, with the global systems being well capitalized and flush with liquidity,” said Stephen Innes, managing partner at SPI Asset Management.

India’s retail inflation slows to 6.4% in February

Higher inflation has been a concern for central banks across the world, including India, as the uncertain nature of the Russia-Ukraine war compounded supply-side disruptions in the post-pandemic world that was barely going through a nascent recovery from economic shocks.

VIX soars as traders rush for cover

Normally, VIX futures contracts are more expensive the further down the horizon. Now, traders are betting on more turbulence in the short term than they are three months ahead, making it more expensive to trade near-dated contracts.

Tech Mahindra soars on appointment of new CEO

JPMorgan, which has a target of ₹1,100 per share, lauded Joshi’s appointment. “Great CEO choice, but a turnaround is not easy and will take time. Tech Mahindra faces structural challenges in matching leading peers in organic growth and margin,” said analysts at JPMorgan.