Global markets tumbled as escalating US-Iran tensions and prolonged Israeli conflict sent oil prices soaring. Asian shares and futures dipped, with investors bracing for weeks of fighting. This inflationary shock has extinguished hopes for rate cuts, pushing central banks towards hikes and hammering bonds. The dollar strengthened as a safe haven.
ICICI Bank closes in on HDFC Bank for Nifty’s top spot as share trends diverge
As ICICI Bank approaches HDFC Bank’s Nifty index dominance, the dynamics of the market are changing. HDFC Bank’s index weight has dropped considerably this year,