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Sensex jumps over 500 points ahead of RBI MPC decision

Indian equity markets extended gains for the fourth consecutive session, with the Sensex rising over 500 points and the Nifty closing nearly 0.7% higher, supported by late-session buying. Gains were led by IT and metal stocks, while PSU banking stocks lagged.

Apr 7, 2026

Gold, silver surge up to 6 pc amid fresh West Asia developments

Gold, silver trade choppy as crude rallies over West Asia tensions

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures (June 5) were trading at Rs 1,50,228, up Rs 247 or 0.16 per cent at 11:35 am. On the intraday front, the yellow metal rose as much as 0.32 per cent or Rs 493 to Rs 1,50,474.

Apr 7, 2026

Sensex, Nifty slip after mild start on geopolitical tensions

Indian equity markets saw a volatile start on Monday, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 slipping into the red after opening slightly higher. Early gains were erased due to rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, the US, and Israel, particularly concerns over the Strait of Hormuz.

Apr 6, 2026

The Nifty dropped 775.65 points, or 3.26 per cent, to close at 23,002.15, while the Sensex fell 2,496.89 points, or 3.26 per cent, to settle at 74,207.24.

Sensex, Nifty extend rally for 3rd day on hopes of US-Iran de-escalation

The benchmark Nifty rose 1.12 per cent or 255 points to close at 22,968.25, while the Sensex gained 787 points, or 1.07 per cent, to settle at 74,106.85.

Apr 6, 2026

RBI policy, US-Iran tensions and oil spike likely to drive stock market next week

Market sentiment has been impacted by rising United States–Iran tensions, a surge in crude oil prices, foreign investor outflows, and a weakening rupee. While markets saw a brief midweek recovery as fears eased slightly, volatility remained high.

Apr 5, 2026

Gold and silver prices tumble over 4 pc as West Asia tensions ease

gold slips 17% from record high despite west asia conflict

The COMEX gold price settled at $4,679.70 per ounce, while on the domestic front, MCX gold closed at Rs 1,49,650 per 10 grams.

Apr 4, 2026

Gold falls ₹3,500, silver slumps ₹9,000 amid weak global trends, strong dollar and rising geopolitical tensions

Gold prices fell ₹3,500 while silver slumped ₹9,000 in India on April 2 amid weak global trends, a stronger US dollar, and geopolitical tensions. Analysts cite rising oil prices and uncertainty over West Asia as key factors driving the sharp decline in precious metals.

Apr 3, 2026

Stock markets end lower for 6th straight week over West Asia conflict

Sensex ended at 73,319.55 on Thursday, down 263.67 points or 0.35 per cent, compared to the previous Friday's close. Nifty 50 settled at 22,713.10, a decline of 106.50 points or 0.46 per cent on a week-on-week basis.

Apr 3, 2026

Sensex, Nifty extend gains for 2nd day as IT stocks rise

The Nifty closed 0.15 per cent higher, gaining 33.70 points to settle at 22,713.10. The Sensex also ended in the green, rising 185.23 points or 0.25 per cent to finish at 73,319.55.

Apr 2, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade higher over sustained foreign inflows

Sensex, Nifty extend gains for 2nd day as IT stocks rise

The Nifty closed 0.15 per cent higher, gaining 33.70 points to settle at 22,713.10. The Sensex also ended in the green, rising 185.23 points or 0.25 per cent to finish at 73,319.55.

Apr 2, 2026

Indian equities open sharply lower as Trump's West Asia remarks dent sentiment

Sensex opened at 72,262, down 872 points or 1.19 per cent, while the Nifty fell 1.31 per cent or around 300 points to open at 22,383.40. Both the indices fell further as trading progressed in early hours.

Apr 2, 2026

Sensex, Nifty start FY27 on positive note, snap 2-day losing streak

The Nifty settled at 22,679.40, up 348 points or 1.56 per cent, while the Sensex rose 1,186.77 points or 1.65 per cent to end at 73,134.34.

Apr 1, 2026

Sensex, Nifty end higher led by IT, realty stocks

Stock markets surge over 2 pc in early trade amid Iran war de-escalation hopes

The 50-scrip Nifty opened at 22,899, rising 567 points or 2.54 per cent, while Sensex began the session up 1,814 points, or 2.52 per cent, at 73,762.43.

Apr 1, 2026

Gold loans top retail credit market in India, account for 36 pc volume: Report

Gold loans have become the largest segment in India's retail credit market, representing 36% of loan volumes and around 40% by value, driven by rising gold prices and consumer preference for secured borrowing, according to a TransUnion CIBIL report

Mar 31, 2026

Rupee falls 9.88 per cent in FY26, biggest drop in 14 years amid oil surge, dollar strength and West Asia conflict pressures

The Indian rupee fell 9.88% in FY26, marking its steepest annual decline in 14 years, driven by rising crude oil prices, foreign fund outflows, and a strong US dollar. Geopolitical tensions and tariffs further pressured the currency, despite RBI intervention, with volatility expected to persist in the coming fiscal year.

Mar 31, 2026