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West Asia crisis: FM Sitharaman urges focus on Fuel, Fertiliser, Forex; hits out at critics for peddling pessimism

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticised naysayers for spreading fear and called for giving confidence to people. She also highlighted the Rs 8.1 lakh crore MSME payment delay issue.

5 days ago

Sensex soars 1,073 points on hopes of US-Iran deal, rupee ends stronger

Sensex jumped 1,073.61 points to close at 76,488.96, while the Nifty surged 312.4 points to reclaim the 24,000 mark. Market optimism improved after US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were progressing positively, raising hopes of reduced tensions in West Asia. .

5 days ago

Rupee Strengthens to 95.20 Against Dollar Amid US-Iran Peace Hopes; Panagariya Says 'Don't Panic' Over Rs 100 Mark

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the rupee is likely to appreciate once tensions in West Asia ease. The rupee has weakened due to external shocks, but remains fundamentally stable in both nominal and real effective exchange rate (REER) terms.

5 days ago

Gold, silver rise up to 2 pc amid softer dollar and easing crude prices

Gold futures rose above ₹1.59 lakh per 10 grams, while silver futures climbed past ₹2.76 lakh per kg. Analysts said safe-haven demand and geopolitical uncertainty continued to support precious metals, with global gold and silver prices also trading higher in international markets.

5 days ago

Sensex, Nifty rally 1 pc in early trade as crude oil falls below $100 mark

Indian stock markets opened sharply higher on Monday, with the Sensex and Nifty rising over 1 per cent after global crude oil prices dropped below the $100-per-barrel mark amid hopes of a possible US-Iran peace agreement. Banking

5 days ago

Trump rejects Iran's response to new US proposal

Trump says Iran peace deal 'largely negotiated' as talks focus on Strait of Hormuz ceasefire

Donald Trump said a peace deal with Iran is "largely negotiated" as diplomatic efforts intensify to end the ongoing conflict. Talks are currently focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing oil export restrictions and securing a broader ceasefire framework. P

6 days ago

LIC emerges as highest profit-making financial firm in Q4

LIC of India posted India's highest Q4 FY26 profit in the financial sector at Rs 23,420 crore, beating State Bank of India and HDFC Bank in quarterly earnings. LIC shares rose nearly 5% after the results, while its AUM climbed to Rs 57.29 lakh crore.

6 days ago

Nifty eyes 24,000 breakout, Sensex may face resistance near 76,000 next week: Experts

Experts expecting NIFTY 50 to test the crucial 24,000 resistance level next week, while BSE SENSEX may face resistance near 76,000. Analysts said the market is showing gradual recovery supported by gains in banking heavyweights like ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Axis Bank.

6 days ago

Gold surges 0.19 pc this week amid persistent geopolitical tensions

Gold prices gained 0.19 per cent this week amid continued geopolitical tensions and fluctuations in crude oil prices. While MCX gold and silver futures slipped slightly on Friday, bullion prices remained supported by uncertainty surrounding US-Iran negotiations and tensions near the Strait of Hormuz

7 days ago

SBI advises customers to use digital banking channels ahead of 2-day staff strike

State Bank of India has advised customers to use digital banking services ahead of a two-day strike by the All India State Bank of India Staff Federation (AISBISF) on May 25 and 26, 2026. While SBI said essential branch services will continue, some disruptions may occur.

8 days ago

RBI Signals Focus on Inflation Over Rupee as India's Economy Stays Resilient Amid West Asia Crisis

While inflation rose to 3.5 per cent due to food prices, it remained within the RBI's tolerance band. Instead, policymakers are expected to prioritise inflation management and economic growth while using alternative tools such as dollar sales and liquidity measures to stabilise the rupee.

8 days ago

Gold, silver decline up to 2 pc amid profit-booking

India's organised gold jewellery retail sector to achieve 20-25 pc revenue growth this fiscal: Report

India's organised gold jewellery retail sector is likely to see 20-25 per cent revenue growth in FY27, driven by higher gold prices despite weaker demand and a hike in customs duty from 6 per cent to 15 per cent, according to a CRISIL report.

8 days ago

Adani Group Gets Backing From Indian-American Leaders as Bernstein Turns Bullish on Group Stocks

Indian-American business leaders have welcomed the closure of the US case involving the Adani Group, arguing that there was no concrete evidence of bribery and that the matter fell outside US jurisdiction.

8 days ago

Sensex, Nifty end higher as rupee strengthens

The Nifty rose 64.60 points, or 0.27 per cent, to close at 23,719.30, while the Sensex gained 231.99 points, or 0.31 per cent, to settle at 75,415.35.

8 days ago

Swiggy's losses nearly double in Q1 to Rs 1,197 crore

Swiggy fails to secure shareholder approval to amend AoA for Indian‑owned status

Swiggy failed to secure the required shareholder approval to amend its Articles of Association in a bid to qualify as IOCC under FEMA regulations. The proposal received 72.36 per cent of votes, falling short of the required threshold.

8 days ago

Sensex, Nifty post mild gains over hopes of US-Iran deal

The Sensex rose over 300 points while the Nifty climbed close to 90 points in early trade. Banking stocks led the gains, with PSU and private banks performing strongly.

8 days ago

Sensex, Nifty end flat amid West Asia tensions; rupee holds stronger

The Nifty settled at 23,654.7, slipping 4.3 points or 0.02 per cent, while the Sensex declined 135.03 points, or 0.18 per cent, to close at 75,183.36.

9 days ago

Adani Ports to acquire Jaypee Fertilizers for Rs 1,500 crore under JAL resolution

Adani Power will acquire a 24 per cent stake in Jaiprakash Power Ventures along with the 180 MW Churk thermal power plant in Uttar Pradesh.

9 days ago

Indian equity markets trade higher in early deals amid positive global cues

Indian equity markets traded higher with the Sensex jumping up to 627 points to hit 75,945 and Nifty rising 200 points to 23,859. Gains were driven by hopes of easing West Asia tensions after Iran said it is reviewing the latest US proposal to end the conflict

9 days ago

Govt Clarifies No Plan To Monetise Gold Held By Temples

Gold, silver prices fall over 1 pc amid rising US inflation concerns

COMEX gold and silver also traded lower as investors assessed inflation risks, geopolitical tensions, and uncertainty over future US Federal Reserve policy. Analysts said concerns intensified after US President Donald Trump warned of possible renewed strikes on Iran

10 days ago

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Articles by IBT Business Desk

West Asia crisis: FM Sitharaman urges focus on Fuel, Fertiliser, Forex; hits out at critics for peddling pessimism

Sensex soars 1,073 points on hopes of US-Iran deal, rupee ends stronger

Rupee Strengthens to 95.20 Against Dollar Amid US-Iran Peace Hopes; Panagariya Says 'Don't Panic' Over Rs 100 Mark

Gold, silver rise up to 2 pc amid softer dollar and easing crude prices

Sensex, Nifty rally 1 pc in early trade as crude oil falls below $100 mark

Trump says Iran peace deal 'largely negotiated' as talks focus on Strait of Hormuz ceasefire

LIC emerges as highest profit-making financial firm in Q4

Nifty eyes 24,000 breakout, Sensex may face resistance near 76,000 next week: Experts

Gold surges 0.19 pc this week amid persistent geopolitical tensions

SBI advises customers to use digital banking channels ahead of 2-day staff strike

RBI Signals Focus on Inflation Over Rupee as India's Economy Stays Resilient Amid West Asia Crisis

India's organised gold jewellery retail sector to achieve 20-25 pc revenue growth this fiscal: Report

Adani Group Gets Backing From Indian-American Leaders as Bernstein Turns Bullish on Group Stocks

Sensex, Nifty end higher as rupee strengthens

Swiggy fails to secure shareholder approval to amend AoA for Indian‑owned status

Sensex, Nifty post mild gains over hopes of US-Iran deal

Sensex, Nifty end flat amid West Asia tensions; rupee holds stronger

Adani Ports to acquire Jaypee Fertilizers for Rs 1,500 crore under JAL resolution

Indian equity markets trade higher in early deals amid positive global cues

Gold, silver prices fall over 1 pc amid rising US inflation concerns

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