Trump war cry likely to keep indices, rupee edgy this week
Indian markets brace for further declines as escalating Middle East tensions, fueled by US President Trump’s rhetoric, push oil prices skyward. The rupee is also expected to weaken, hitting record lows. Investors remain cautious, with foreign funds divesting holdings, as the conflict’s duration and impact on crude remain uncertain.
Barclays may restart ECM business in India soon
Barclays is reportedly preparing to re-enter India’s equity capital market after a decade-long hiatus. The London-based bank, which previously exited ECM, broking, and research operations in India, is now seeking senior talent to revive the business. This strategic move aims to capture a larger share of corporate clients already served for debt and M&A advisory, […]
US Fed expected to hold rates steady as Iran war roils outlook
Federal Reserve officials are likely to keep interest rates steady next week. The ongoing US-Israel war on Iran is creating market uncertainty and impacting oil prices. Recent economic figures also indicate a slowdown. Policymakers face a challenge balancing inflation concerns with employment figures. Traders are adjusting expectations for rate cuts.
Valuations ease after sell-off, yet stay relatively elevated
Indian equity markets are experiencing a significant downturn. Many BSE 500 companies now trade below their historical valuations. This trend is particularly evident in non-lending firms. Banks and financial companies, however, show resilience. The market sentiment reflects a bearish outlook. Investors are observing these valuation shifts closely.
RBI’s likely to raise liquidity to keep ‘short’ rates in check
The Reserve Bank of India is expected to increase money supply soon. This move aims to prevent short-term interest rates from rising sharply. It will also counter the effects of the RBI’s efforts to support the Rupee. Open market operations and dollar-rupee swaps are key tools. This strategy helps manage liquidity and keep borrowing costs […]
Rebound, if any, may face selling pressure unless oil price steadies: Analysts
Benchmark Nifty experienced a significant drop, ending the week with substantial losses. Escalating global conflicts triggered a sharp rise in crude oil prices, intensifying investor caution. Analysts point to broken technical supports and weakening momentum indicators. The near-term outlook is firmly bearish, with any rebounds expected to face selling pressure unless global tensions ease and […]
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Indian stock markets saw a sharp decline for the third consecutive day on Friday. Metals, auto, and financial stocks led the fall. The ongoing Iran-Israel/US conflict continued to impact market sentiment. The Nifty plunged 488 points, and the Sensex dropped 1470 points. Analysts suggest a weak short-term trend with potential further falls.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Indian stock markets saw a sharp decline for the third consecutive day on Friday. Metals, auto, and financial stocks led the fall. The ongoing Iran-Israel/US conflict continued to impact market sentiment. The Nifty plunged 488 points, and the Sensex dropped 1470 points. Analysts suggest a weak short-term trend with potential further falls.
Market crash wipes Rs 34 lakh cr in March so far; can tax harvesting help investors?
Amidst market volatility, investors can leverage tax harvesting to mitigate losses and reduce tax liabilities. Tax loss harvesting involves selling losing stocks to offset future gains, while tax gain harvesting allows for partial selling to stay within tax exemption limits. These strategies offer opportunities to manage capital gains tax effectively.
Rising geopolitics and indigenisation push place India’s defence sector in a structural growth cycle
India’s defence sector is experiencing a new growth phase driven by rising global security concerns, government initiatives prioritising domestic manufacturing, and a strong procurement pipeline. Opportunities are expanding for Indian manufacturers, particularly in export markets, as the nation strengthens its self-reliance in defence production.