Despite weak broader markets and rising geopolitical tensions, select smallcap stocks delivered sharp gains this week, with some surging over 40%. The rally highlights pockets of strength in sectors like chemicals, energy, and industrials, even as inflation concerns and global uncertainties continue to weigh on overall market sentiment.
Rupee flat on hopes West Asia truce will hold
The Indian rupee remained stable against the dollar as risk assets gained across Asia and Europe. Falling oil prices and expectations of a West Asian