Stock market holiday today for Holi 2026: Are NSE BSE open or closed on March 3 for Holi celebration? Check now
NSE Holidays for Holi 2026: Domestic stock exchanges BSE and the NSE will remain closed today on account of the Holi holiday. India’s largest agri-commodity exchange NCDEX will also be shut in both sessions while MCX is shut for trading in the first session but will resume trading in the evening session.
Gold extends gains as Middle East war boosts safe-haven demand
Gold prices surged for a fifth consecutive session, reaching a four-week high as investors sought safe-haven assets amid escalating U.S. and Israeli air strikes against Iran. Fears of a protracted regional war and deepened uncertainty are driving demand for the precious metal, with silver, platinum, and palladium also seeing gains.
Yen, euro under pressure as Middle East conflict stokes energy concerns
The yen and euro weakened Tuesday as the escalating Middle East conflict heightened concerns over energy import costs and central bank responses to inflation. The dollar strengthened due to safe-haven demand, while Japan and Europe face greater exposure to rising energy prices. Traders are now anticipating a later Federal Reserve rate cut.
Global Market Today | Asian stocks drop as inflation concerns sink bonds
Asian markets dipped Tuesday as soaring oil prices, driven by Middle East tensions, ignited inflation fears. This surge prompted investors to dial back expectations for imminent interest rate cuts. The dollar held firm, while gold saw a slight uptick. Bond yields climbed as concerns grew about energy costs impacting inflation and potentially delaying Federal Reserve […]
Rs 6.35 lakh crore wiped out as oil spike and war fears grip markets
Indian markets plunged and the rupee weakened as conflict between the US and Iran escalated, causing oil prices to surge nearly 8%. Investors are cutting back on risk amid concerns over supply disruptions in West Asia and the safety of Indian citizens. The situation raises fears of a prolonged conflict, potentially pushing oil prices to […]
Capacity expansion, new launches to support Navin Fluorine’s growth
Navin Fluorine International’s shares have seen a significant rise, fueled by newly commissioned capacities and a robust specialty chemicals pipeline. The company’s CDMO division is experiencing faster growth, with a new cGMP facility providing revenue visibility.
Oil & gas surge as Iran war disrupts West Asian output
Oil and gas prices surged Monday following Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran and retaliatory actions by Tehran. These events led to facility shutdowns across the Middle East and disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy markets and potentially fueling inflation.
West Asia tensions rattle Dalal Street; pharma and metals buck the trend
West Asian conflict’s spillover to India fueled investor uncertainty, impacting sectoral indices except pharmaceuticals and metals. Export-facing sectors and those reliant on crude oil and Gulf imports face adverse effects. Oil and gas stocks saw mixed reactions, with upstream companies benefiting from rising crude prices.