Central bank moves fail to calm forex market as dollar demand and oil prices rise Forex traders say recent central bank steps — offering USD/INR swaps and conducting Open Market Operations (OMOs) — did little to lift market sentiment. Despite these interventions, the rupee remained under pressure as strong dollar demand and rising crude oil … Read more
The rupee opened stronger after the central bank announced a liquidity infusion of about ₹3 lakh crore into the markets. Forex traders said the move helped ease immediate pressure on the currency and calmed short-term volatility. Immediate market reaction On the opening of trade, the rupee firmed up as participants responded to the central bank’s … Read more
Early trade sees a steady start for Indian benchmarks Indian equity markets opened on a positive note, with the BSE Sensex rising 115.8 points and the NSE Nifty gaining 40.7 points in early trade. The move came as investors responded to broadly favourable global cues and a calmer risk tone in overseas markets. What’s behind … Read more
Snapping a two-day winning run, the 30-share BSE Sensex slipped 42.64 points, or 0.05%, to finish at 85,524.84 on the day. The benchmark oscillated through the session, hitting a high of 85,704.93 and a low of 85,342.99 before settling modestly lower. Market snapshot Close: 85,524.84 Change: down 42.64 points (–0.05%) Intraday high: 85,704.93 Intraday low: … Read more
The Indian rupee made a modest gain against the US dollar in early trade at the interbank foreign exchange on the session. It opened at 89.67, moved between 89.59 and 89.85, and finally settled at 89.65 (provisional), up 3 paise from the previous close. Intraday movement and trading range Volatility was limited during the session, … Read more
Precious metals climb as investors seek safe havens Gold and silver have recently climbed to record highs as investors poured into safe assets amid rising geopolitical tensions and growing expectations that central banks will cut interest rates. The move reflects a mix of economic signals and risk-off sentiment that is pushing demand for hard assets. … Read more
Trading volumes likely to stay muted during holiday-shortened week Market experts expect trading volumes to remain subdued this week as markets operate on a shorter schedule due to holidays. Reduced participation from institutional and retail investors can lead to thinner order books, wider spreads and occasional sharp moves in individual stocks or sectors. Why volumes … Read more
Early trade on the domestic equity market opened on a cautious note as benchmark indices slipped. The Sensex fell 116.57 points to 85,450.91, while the Nifty was down 27.15 points at 26,145.25. Early weakness, measured reaction The modest declines suggest investor caution rather than a sharp sell-off. After recent rallies, the market appears to be … Read more
Markets signal a turning point: earnings growth may have bottomed out in calendar year 2025 Indian market experts are increasingly confident that corporate earnings growth hit its low point in calendar year 2025. After a period of compression driven by slowing global demand, higher input costs and tighter financial conditions, analysts now see early signs … Read more
Stalled U.S.–India Trade Talks Weigh on Market Mood Forex traders say the lack of progress in U.S.–India trade negotiations has dented market sentiment. Uncertainty around the pace and outcome of talks has made traders more cautious, and that risk-off tilt is visible across currency markets. How stalled negotiations affect currencies Trade negotiations shape expectations about … Read more