US Stock Market | Dollar reasserts dominance as investors seek shelter from oil surge
The U.S. dollar rebounded sharply after strikes on Iran triggered a surge in oil prices and a global risk-off shift. A Reuters report showed the dollar index posted its strongest single-day gain in seven months, reviving confidence in the greenback’s traditional safe-haven role during externally driven geopolitical crises.
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JGB yields jump as Iran war raises inflation fears
Japanese government bond yields surged Tuesday. Fears of a prolonged war involving Iran, the US, and Israel are driving up energy prices. This is expected to accelerate global inflation. Japan, heavily reliant on energy imports, faces significant impact. Market players anticipate the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates sooner than expected to combat rising […]
The Golden Thumb Rule | A 2026-ready portfolio needs growth, defence and discipline, says Kalpen Parekh
True diversification isn’t about chasing trends but building a structured portfolio balancing growth with defence, according to DSP Mutual Fund’s MD & CEO Kalpen Parekh. He emphasizes low correlation, fair valuations, and long-term behaviour over simply owning more assets. Parekh advises against late investments in popular themes, stressing survival and steady compounding in uncertain times.
Berkshire Hathaway shares slide after earnings, CEO letter
Berkshire Hathaway shares experienced their largest drop since Warren Buffett’s CEO succession announcement, as financial results missed analyst expectations. The conglomerate’s fourth-quarter operating profit fell 30%, with significant declines in insurance businesses like Geico. New leader Greg Abel expressed caution regarding investing the company’s substantial cash stake, offering no immediate plans for buybacks or dividends.
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 […]