Markets

Will Coinbase's USDC-INR Fix India's P2P Scam Crisis — Or Just Shift The Problem?

Coinbase's launch of the USDC-INR trading pair marks a significant step toward creating a regulated, compliant entry point for crypto users in India. By enabling KYC-verified users to directly convert rupees into USDC, the move aims to reduce reliance on risky peer-to-peer (P2P) markets that have long been exploited by scams.

Apr 28, 2026

Indian stock markets trade lower amid US-Iran tensions, surging crude

The Sensex fell around 330 points while the Nifty slipped below the 24,000 mark in early trade. Banking, pharma, and FMCG stocks led the decline, though broader markets like midcaps and smallcaps showed resilience and traded in the green.

Apr 28, 2026

Stock market cheers India-New Zealand FTA as Sensex ends 639 points higher

Indian stock markets closed strongly higher, with the Sensex rising 639 points and Nifty gaining 194 points, driven by positive sentiment after the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement was finalised. The deal removes or reduces tariffs on most bilateral trade, boosting investor confidence.

Apr 27, 2026

Rupee Slips 11 Paise To 94.27 Against Dollar On US Currency Demand & Rising Oil Prices

Rupee slips 11 paise to 94.27 against US dollar amid oil surge, FII outflows

The Indian rupee depreciated 11 paise to 94.27 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, extending its fall for the fifth straight session. Persistent dollar demand, rising crude oil prices due to global tensions, and foreign institutional outflows weighed on the currency.

Apr 27, 2026

Gold, silver prices fall sharply after recent rally; silver drops over ₹4,700 per kg

Gold, silver trade flat amid Iran-US de-escalation hopes, rising crude

On MCX, gold futures slipped slightly to around ₹1,52,410 per 10 grams, while silver declined to ₹2,43,200, though both metals saw intraday gains. Analysts said precious metals remain range-bound with a cautious bias, driven by technical levels and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.

Apr 27, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade higher in early session on global optimism

Sensex traded at 77,121.97, up 0.59 per cent or 457 points in early trade, while Nifty climbed to 24,047, rising 150 points or 0.62 per cent from the previous close, led by buying in realty, pharma, IT, auto, and banking stocks.

Apr 27, 2026

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid uncertainty around Trump tariffs

Fed meet, Q4 earnings, US-Iran tensions likely to drive stock market this week

In the coming week, markets are expected to be driven by key global and domestic triggers. The outcome of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting will be closely watched, with expectations that the US Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged.

Apr 26, 2026

RBI proposes tighter rules for digital wallets to enhance customer protection

The proposal introduces stricter norms, including a minimum net worth requirement of ₹5 crore for non-bank issuers (rising to ₹15 crore within three years), mandatory escrow accounts for customer funds, and clearer disclosure rules for users.

Apr 25, 2026

India's forex reserves rise by $3.2 billion to $696.6 billion

India forex reserves rise to $703.3 billion amid West Asia tensions

Gold reserves continued to strengthen, crossing $122 billion, while Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and India's reserve position with the IMF also saw modest gains. The RBI had been intervening in currency markets through dollar sales to stabilise the rupee amid capital outflows and volatility.

Apr 25, 2026

Gold dips 0.34 pc this week over mild profit booking

Gold prices declined 0.34% خلال the week due to mild profit booking, though they recovered slightly towards the end as buying emerged at lower levels. MCX gold and silver futures posted gains on Friday, even as overall sentiment remained cautious.

Apr 25, 2026

Nifty, Sensex trim losses amid last leg buying; defence stocks shine

Indian stock markets fall sharply amid IT rout, West Asia tensions this week

Geopolitical risks, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, drove oil prices up over 15%, adding pressure on market sentiment. Foreign institutional investors remained net sellers, while strong domestic inflows helped limit deeper losses.

Apr 25, 2026

Beyond Volume: Why Reserve Concentration Signals Trust

Binance dominates the 2026 Q1 CEX market, holding $153 billion in reserves and 73.5% of major exchange capital as a primary indicator of institutional and retail trust.

Apr 25, 2026

RBI cancels Paytm Payments Bank licence over compliance lapses

Paytm payments bank licence cancelled by RBI over serious governance issues

RBI on Friday said it has cancelled the banking licence issued to Paytm Payments Bank Limited. With this, Paytm Payments Bank has been officially barred from conducting any banking business, following years of regulatory friction and persistent non-compliance.

Apr 24, 2026

Sensex falls 983 points, Nifty slips below 24,000 as oil spike hits sentiment

The Sensex dropped 982.71 points, or 1.27 per cent, to close at 76,681.29, while the Nifty declined 275.10 points, or 1.14 per cent, to settle at 23,897.95.

Apr 24, 2026

Adani Green Energy's Q4 profit jumps 34 pc, capacity expansion fuels growth

Adani Green Energy reported a strong Q4 FY26 performance, with net profit rising 34% year-on-year to ₹514 crore, supported by steady revenue growth and robust EBITDA. The company delivered solid operational results, driven by significant expansion in renewable energy capacity and higher power generation.

Apr 24, 2026