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Indian stock markets slump 2 pc amid fresh jitters as US-Iran talks fail

Indian equity benchmarks tumbled nearly 2 percent amid escalating geopolitical tensions after US-Iran ceasefire talks failed. The Sensex dropped 1,675 points to 75,874 while Nifty fell 500 points to 23,555. Brent crude surged more than 8 percent above 102 dollars per barrel

Apr 13, 2026

Indian stock markets gain in early trade over positive Asian cues

Indian stock market in positive territory, overall sentiment remains balanced

According to analysts, global developments remained a key influence, with the temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran improving risk appetite, though uncertainty around its sustainability persisted.

Apr 12, 2026

Sensex jumps 1,372 points, Nifty near day's high as geopolitical tensions ease

DIIs offset FII selling as Indian markets rebound over 5 pc on ceasefire hope

Bank Nifty overperformed the broader market, closing at 55,912, up 1.99 per cent on Friday. It posted a steep weekly surge of 8.47 per cent.

Apr 12, 2026

Gold rises 2.45% to ₹1,53,977; silver at ₹2,44,297 on safe-haven demand despite US-Iran ceasefire

Gold gains for third consecutive week amid dollar weakness

On Friday, MCX gold June futures added 0.02 per cent while MCX silver May futures inched up 0.01 per cent. Currently gold futures stand at Rs 1,52,690, with silver futures at Rs 2,43,300 per kg.

Apr 11, 2026

Nifty, Sensex extend gains by over 1 pc

Both the Nifty and the Sensex ended higher, extending their recent gaining streak. At the closing bell, Sensex was up 918.6 points, or 1.20 per cent, to finish the intra-day trading session at 77,550.25.

Apr 11, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade sharply higher despite geopolitical jitters

Sensex climbed as much as 0.82 per cent or 630 points to hit an intra-day high of 77261 in early trade, while Nifty surged 0.85 per cent or 203 points to trade at 23,978.

Apr 10, 2026

Sensex, Nifty slip after mild start on geopolitical tensions

Sensex, Nifty fall as oil rally breaks 5-day winning streak

The Nifty closed 0.93 per cent lower, falling 222.25 points to settle at 23,775.10. The Sensex also slipped sharply, ending 1.20 per cent or 931.25 points down at 76,631.65.

Apr 9, 2026

Sensex, Nifty end lower amid volatile trade

Sensex, Nifty trade lower amid fresh geopolitical tensions

Sensex traded 560 points or 0.72 per cent lower at 77,003, hitting an intra-day low in early trade, while Nifty fell as much as 182 points or 0.75 per cent to 23,815, also logging an intra-day low. Sectorally, IT, realty, banking, and auto stocks were among the top laggards, declining up to 1 per cent.

Apr 9, 2026

Market cheers ceasefire in biggest rally this year so far, Sensex jumps nearly 2,950 points

The Nifty closed 3.78 per cent higher, gaining 873.70 points to end at 23,997.35. Meanwhile, the Sensex surged 3.95 per cent, rising 2,946.32 points to settle at 77,562.90.

Apr 8, 2026

Gold rises 2.45% to ₹1,53,977; silver at ₹2,44,297 on safe-haven demand despite US-Iran ceasefire

Gold and silver prices jumped on the MCX despite the US-Iran two-week ceasefire announcement. Gold futures rose as much as 2.45 percent or Rs 3,688 to an intraday high of Rs 1,53,977, while silver climbed nearly 6 percent or Rs 13,422 to Rs 2,44,770.

Apr 8, 2026

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