Indian markets remain near record highs, but a sharp rupee fall and global volatility have raised red flags, says market expert Ajay Bagga. He warns that RBI’s absence during the currency slide could hurt FPI sentiment and delay rate cuts. A US–India trade deal remains the biggest potential trigger, while private-sector banks continue to look attractive
West Asia tensions rattle capital goods stocks; L&T, KEC slide
Engineering and capital goods stocks are under pressure due to the Iran-Israel conflict, with the BSE Capital Goods index falling nearly 4%. Companies like Larsen
March 5, 2026