Indian stock markets saw a second day of gains, with Sensex and Nifty inching up as oil prices plummeted to $70 a barrel amid US-Iran peace talks. Tech stocks like Infosys led the charge, while broader markets also traded higher. Analysts point to falling crude, strong auto sales, and tapering FII selling as positive near-term drivers, though monsoon progress remains a watch point.
Fed can afford to stay patient as inflation risks ease: Steve Englander
The Federal Reserve is unlikely to alter interest rates soon, as inflation moderates and the economy remains stable, according to Steve Englander of Standard Chartered.
July 2, 2026