Markets

Sensex, Nifty end lower amid rising crude oil prices

The Nifty fell 0.74% to close at 23,997.55, while the Sensex declined 0.75% to 76,913.50. Weak global sentiment due to concerns over supply disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz weighed on markets.

Apr 30, 2026

Sensex, Nifty fall nearly 1 pc as oil surge weighs on sentiment

Sensex dropped about 700 points to 76,759.37, while Nifty slipped over 200 points to 23,943.45. The decline was broad-based, led by auto, banking, metal, FMCG, and realty stocks. Heavyweights like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Tata Motors PV, Axis Bank, and M&M were among the top losers.

Apr 30, 2026

Gold, silver trade on firm note ahead of US Fed decision

Gold and silver traded on a firm but cautious note ahead of the US Federal Reserve policy decision, with both metals moving within a narrow range amid global uncertainty. Silver showed relatively stronger momentum but remained volatile.

Apr 29, 2026

Sensex, Nifty end higher amid global uncertainty

The Nifty closed at 24,177.65, up 0.76 per cent or 181.95 points, while the Sensex settled at 77,496.36, gaining 0.79 per cent or 609.45 points.

Apr 29, 2026

Sensex, Nifty gain in early trade despite geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices

Indian benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 opened higher on Wednesday, rising over 0.5% in early trade despite escalating geopolitical tensions and a surge in crude oil prices. Gains were driven by strong buying in auto, chemicals, realty, energy, and IT stocks

Apr 29, 2026

Gold and silver prices hit record high this week amid global uncertainty

Gold, silver prices decline up to 2 pc as West Asia conflict push crude above $110

Gold and silver prices declined by up to 2% on Tuesday amid heightened US-Iran tensions and a surge in crude oil prices above $110 per barrel. On MCX, both metals faced selling pressure, with gold slipping below key resistance levels and silver showing weak buying interest.

Apr 28, 2026

Markets end lower as crude oil surge weighs; mid, small caps outperform

Indian benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended lower on Tuesday as a surge in crude oil prices amid US-Iran tensions dampened investor sentiment. Banking and IT stocks led the decline, while oil & gas and metal stocks gained.

Apr 28, 2026

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