Nifty tests support zone amid corrective market phase; cautious week seen ahead
Nifty closed lower after sustained selling, staying above long-term averages but showing short-term weakness below key resistance. Technical indicators suggest consolidation with corrective bias. Energy, infra and financials show relative strength, while IT, auto and midcaps lag in near term.
Vanguard’s India portfolio shines: 12 Stocks rally up to 120% in FY26, 8 fresh Q3 picks
Vanguard ranks among top FIIs in India, with holdings in 48 BSE stocks surging sharply. Several portfolio companies delivered strong FY26 gains, with fresh additions in December quarter reflecting strategic stock picking and rising conviction in Indian equities.
FIIs pour Rs 22,615 crore into Indian equities in February. Can Iran-Israel conflict flip the trend?
Foreign investors showed buying interest in Indian stocks in February. However, recent geopolitical tensions are causing concern. Experts believe FIIs may pause fresh investments. They are likely to observe the evolving situation before committing further funds to emerging markets. This cautious stance could impact market sentiment.
Iran-Israel war: Up 20% in 2026, crude oil stares at $80 a barrel
Oil prices rallied sharply after US and Israeli strikes on Iran heightened Middle East tensions. Brent and WTI hit multi-month highs, with further gains likely amid supply risks through the Strait of Hormuz, potentially pressuring equities and oil-sensitive sectors.
Q4 results may spark selective market rebound: Daljeet Kohli
Daljeet Kohli advocates strict bottom-up investing amid volatile markets, favoring earnings-driven stock selection. He sees opportunities in CV autos and ancillaries, remains cautious on IT and microfinance, and expects Q4 results to drive selective re-rating.
Bottom-up stock opportunities emerge as markets consolidate post-correction: Sudip Bandyopadhyay
Sudip Bandyopadhyay highlights selective bottom-up investment opportunities in chemicals, defense, energy, retail, and telecom sectors amid market consolidation and improving corporate fundamentals. FIIs show early inflows, supporting a positive long-term outlook.
Bitcoin hovers near $65,000 as risk-off sentiment wipes out midweek gains
Bitcoin hovers around $65,000 amid broad crypto declines, with Ethereum and major altcoins down. Market shows tactical stability but structural fragility persists, while global financial risks and AI disruptions weigh on sentiment.
F&O Talk | Long-short ratio weakens as Nifty slips below key moving averages: Sudeep Shah on Tejas, UPL and 4 top weekly movers
Indian markets fell sharply with Nifty and Sensex down on broad-based selling. IT and auto sectors led declines, while PSU banks outperformed. Volatility and AI concerns weigh on sentiment, with March outlook cautious amid technical weakness.
Iran-Israel conflict: Expect a gap-up opening in gold and silver. Here’s how to trade bullion on Monday
Following Israel’s pre-emptive strike on Iran, geopolitical tensions boost safe-haven demand. Gold and silver futures are expected to open higher, offering traders significant upside opportunities.
NFO Alert: HDFC Mutual Fund launches HDFC Income Plus Arbitrage Omni FOF
HDFC Mutual Fund launched HDFC Income Plus Arbitrage Omni FOF, an open-ended scheme investing in arbitrage and debt-oriented funds. The NFO, open until March 11, dynamically manages allocation based on market outlook. This tax-efficient fund aims to provide income potential with risk management.