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Sensex sheds nearly 720 points as oil surge and global worries hit investor sentiment

The Sensex plunged 719 points to close at 73,524, while the Nifty fell over 1 per cent to settle at 23,123. Investor sentiment weakened after reports of Iranian missile strikes on Israel heightened geopolitical concerns and raised fears of disruptions to global oil supplies.

Jun 8, 2026

Sensex, Nifty open 1 pc lower amid West Asia tensions, weak global cues

Sensex Crashes 800 Points, Nifty Falls 1% as Geopolitical Fears Rattle Investors

Sensex opened at 73,421.61, down over 800 points or 1.11 per cent, while Nifty began the session at 23,080.70, declining 286 points or 1.22 per cent.

Jun 8, 2026

Who Is Neelkanth Mishra? Axis Bank Economist Appointed India's Executive Director at the World Bank

Who Is Neelkanth Mishra? From Axis Bank to the World Bank, IIT Kanpur Alumnus Named India's Representative

Economist Neelkanth Mishra has been appointed India's Executive Director at the World Bank for a three-year term. Currently Chief Economist at Axis Bank and Head of Global Research at Axis Capital, he will represent India on the World Bank Board, overseeing key decisions on development financing and economic growth.

Jun 5, 2026

RBI MPC Meeting 2026: Why the central bank is likely to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%;3 things to know

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25 pc, maintains 'Neutral' stance

RBI is set to announce its monetary policy decision after the three-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting chaired by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra. Most economists expect the central bank to keep the repo rate unchanged amid rising crude oil prices and heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

Jun 5, 2026

RBI MPC Meeting 2026: Why the central bank is likely to keep repo rate unchanged at 5.25%; 3 things to know

As the Reserve Bank of India prepares to announce its latest monetary policy decision, expectations of another rate cut appear to be fading. Most experts now believe the central bank will keep the repo rate unchanged and continue with a wait-and-watch approach. Here are three reasons why.

Jun 4, 2026

SEBI Flags 1.33 Lakh Manipulative Social Media Posts On Securities Market: Govt

ICICI Bank Gets SEBI Warning Letter, FPI Rule Breach Linked To Early Fund Repatriation

ICICI Bank has received a warning letter from SEBI for allowing an FPI to repatriate funds before completing the mandatory retention period under the Voluntary Retention Route. The bank said the issue has no material impact on its financials, operations, or business activities.

Jun 4, 2026

Sensex, Nifty End Marginally Higher Ahead of RBI MPC Decision; Midcaps and Smallcaps Outperform

The Sensex gained 13.84 points to close at 74,360.01, while the Nifty rose 10.95 points to settle at 23,416.55. Market sentiment remained subdued despite gains in broader markets, with the Nifty MidCap and SmallCap indices advancing nearly 0.5% each

Jun 4, 2026

Gold and silver surge up to 1 pc amid geopolitical uncertainty

Gold, silver trade higher amid weaker dollar, geopolitical uncertainty

August gold futures rose 0.35% to ₹1,59,052 per 10 grams, while July silver futures touched an intraday high of ₹2,64,324 per kg before turning volatile.

Jun 4, 2026

Global crude oil prices rally up to 3 pc as US-Iran tensions escalate

Crude Oil Falls Over 1% as Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Boosts Hopes of Regional Calm

Global crude oil prices fell more than 1 per cent on Thursday after Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire, boosting hopes of easing tensions in West Asia. Brent crude dropped to $96.50 per barrel, while WTI crude slipped to $94.76 per barrel.

Jun 4, 2026

Sensex Drops Over 400 Points, Nifty Slips as West Asia Tensions and Weak Global Cues Weigh on Markets

The Sensex fell over 400 points, while the Nifty declined more than 100 points in early trade. Realty, IT, pharma, and healthcare stocks led losses, whereas consumer durables, oil & gas, cement, and chemical stocks showed resilience.

Jun 4, 2026

Sensex, Nifty end lower as IT stocks drag markets

IT Stocks Drag Markets Down; Sensex Falls 304 Points, Nifty Slips Below 23,500

The Sensex fell 303.67 points (0.41%) to close at 74,346.17, while the Nifty declined 77.95 points (0.33%) to settle at 23,405.60.

Jun 3, 2026

Sensex Drops 800+ Points, Nifty Below 23,300 as IT Stocks Lead Sell-Off

The Sensex fell over 800 points, while the Nifty slipped nearly 200 points in early trade. Technology stocks led the decline, with TCS dropping around 6% and other IT majors such as Infosys, HCLTech and Tech Mahindra losing up to 4%.

Jun 3, 2026

Why Australia's shrinking wheat harvest could push up food and fertiliser costs in India

Australia's wheat harvest set to fall 26% as fertiliser prices surge; implications for India

For India, the development highlights the vulnerability of agricultural supply chains to geopolitical disruptions. Rising global fertiliser prices could increase India's subsidy burden and farming costs, while higher wheat prices may add to food inflation pressures.

Jun 2, 2026

Nifty, Sensex end higher as IT shares rally; markets eye India-US trade deal talks

Sensex climbs 382 points; Nifty approaches key resistance amid an IT-led rally

The Nifty rose 100.95 points to close at 23,483.55, while the Sensex gained 382.50 points to settle at 74,649.84. TCS, Infosys and HCL Tech led the rally, helping offset weakness in stocks such as NTPC and Axis Bank.

Jun 2, 2026

Who's Robert J. Makheja? A Sacked Whistleblower Emerges Succeessful Billionaire Entrepreneur (Interview)

Indian American entrepreneur Robert J. Makheja reflects on the defining moments, hard choices, and values that helped him build a business empire in the US.

Jun 2, 2026

Sensex, Nifty Start Lower as Weak Monsoon Forecast Triggers Caution

Sensex fell 322 points to 73,945.20, while the Nifty declined 153.45 points to 23,229.15 at opening. Auto, realty, chemicals, banking, cement, and media stocks were under pressure, whereas IT shares outperformed with the Nifty IT index gaining nearly 2 per cent.

Jun 2, 2026

Sensex sheds 508 pts as FMCG, PSU bank stocks drag markets lower

Markets end in red; Sensex drops 508 points, Nifty slips below 23,400

The Sensex declined 508.40 points, or 0.68 per cent, to close at 74,267.34, while the Nifty fell 165.15 points, or 0.7 per cent, to settle at 23,382.60.

Jun 1, 2026

Financial changes kick in from June 1 as UPI transactions hit record highs in May

India's digital payments ecosystem continued its rapid growth. According to NPCI data, UPI transaction volumes rose 24 per cent year-on-year to 23.20 billion in May, while transaction value increased 19 per cent to ₹29.90 lakh crore.

Jun 1, 2026

Commercial LPG Gets Costlier From June 1, Businesses Face Higher Fuel Costs

Commercial LPG cylinder prices have increased across major cities from June 1, raising fuel costs for hotels, restaurants and businesses. However, domestic LPG cylinder rates remain unchanged, providing relief to households. The revised prices for commercial and Free Trade LPG cylinders came into effect immediately.

Jun 1, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade higher as investors track US-Iran ceasefire developments

Indian Equities Open Higher Despite Rising Oil Prices, Global Uncertainty

Sensex rose nearly 600 points, or 0.8 per cent, to touch an intraday high of 75,367, while the NSE Nifty advanced 185 points, or 0.78 per cent, to trade at 23,733 in early deals.

Jun 1, 2026

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Articles by IBT Business Desk

Sensex sheds nearly 720 points as oil surge and global worries hit investor sentiment

Sensex Crashes 800 Points, Nifty Falls 1% as Geopolitical Fears Rattle Investors

Who Is Neelkanth Mishra? From Axis Bank to the World Bank, IIT Kanpur Alumnus Named India's Representative

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25 pc, maintains 'Neutral' stance

RBI MPC Meeting 2026: Why the central bank is likely to keep repo rate unchanged at 5.25%; 3 things to know

ICICI Bank Gets SEBI Warning Letter, FPI Rule Breach Linked To Early Fund Repatriation

Sensex, Nifty End Marginally Higher Ahead of RBI MPC Decision; Midcaps and Smallcaps Outperform

Gold, silver trade higher amid weaker dollar, geopolitical uncertainty

Crude Oil Falls Over 1% as Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Boosts Hopes of Regional Calm

Sensex Drops Over 400 Points, Nifty Slips as West Asia Tensions and Weak Global Cues Weigh on Markets

IT Stocks Drag Markets Down; Sensex Falls 304 Points, Nifty Slips Below 23,500

Sensex Drops 800+ Points, Nifty Below 23,300 as IT Stocks Lead Sell-Off

Australia's wheat harvest set to fall 26% as fertiliser prices surge; implications for India

Sensex climbs 382 points; Nifty approaches key resistance amid an IT-led rally

Who's Robert J. Makheja? A Sacked Whistleblower Emerges Succeessful Billionaire Entrepreneur (Interview)

Sensex, Nifty Start Lower as Weak Monsoon Forecast Triggers Caution

Markets end in red; Sensex drops 508 points, Nifty slips below 23,400

Financial changes kick in from June 1 as UPI transactions hit record highs in May

Commercial LPG Gets Costlier From June 1, Businesses Face Higher Fuel Costs

Indian Equities Open Higher Despite Rising Oil Prices, Global Uncertainty

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