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Markets may see volatility on Monday as Hormuz tensions escalate again

Indian equities may open lower on Monday as renewed Strait of Hormuz tensions raise concerns over oil prices, global risk sentiment, and the outlook for geopolitical stability

Markets may see volatility on Monday as Hormuz tensions escalate again
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 4:30 PM IST

Investors pile into US stocks as 'TINA' revival knocks 'TIARA' trades

Over the last year, investors, particularly in the United States, had sought out cheaper markets abroad where returns were juiced up by a weaker dollar

Investors pile into US stocks as 'TINA' revival knocks 'TIARA' trades
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 2:58 PM IST

Developments in US-Iran war, oil prices likely to drive markets this week

Besides, trading activity of foreign investors would also influence trading in the markets

Developments in US-Iran war, oil prices likely to drive markets this week
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 2:43 PM IST

Mcap of 8 top valued firms surges by ₹1.87 trn, Airtel biggest winner

Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 943.29 points or 1.21 per cent, and the NSE Nifty climbed 302.95 points or 1.25 per cent

Mcap of 8 top valued firms surges by ₹1.87 trn, Airtel biggest winner
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 1:10 PM IST

Investors ditch safe havens, turn to riskier debt on US-Iran truce hopes

Investors have also been snatching up junk bonds, although with a preference for the higher-rated end of the spectrum, implying that money managers still see risk ahead

Investors ditch safe havens, turn to riskier debt on US-Iran truce hopes
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 7:00 AM IST

Rupee jumps as RBI restricts spot market dollar buying by oil companies

Domestic currency strengthens for second straight session as RBI curbs dollar demand from oil firms; forex reserves rise on higher foreign currency assets

Rupee jumps as RBI restricts spot market dollar buying by oil companies
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Shares of Om Power Transmission jump nearly 9% on market trading debut

The hearing in the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) on the appeal filed by US-based high-frequency trading firm Jane Street was adjourned on Friday

Shares of Om Power Transmission jump nearly 9% on market trading debut
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 11:07 PM IST

Near-term growth, margin triggers missing in Wipro's Q4 FY26 results

Stable margins and deal wins offer support, but weak guidance, BFSI slowdown and slow deal conversion weigh on near-term outlook

Near-term growth, margin triggers missing in Wipro's Q4 FY26 results
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 11:03 PM IST

Markets log 2nd straight week of gains amid easing West Asia tensions

Benchmark indices rise for second week as easing geopolitical tensions and lower crude oil prices lift sentiment; broader markets outperform benchmarks

Markets log 2nd straight week of gains amid easing West Asia tensions
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 10:58 PM IST

NSE eyes differentiated commodity play, plans 12 unique contracts

Exchange aims to expand its commodity segment with differentiated offerings, focusing on product innovation, retail participation, and value-chain engagement

NSE eyes differentiated commodity play, plans 12 unique contracts
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 10:46 PM IST

Angel One shares gain 8% on healthy Q4 show; PAT up 84% YoY, revenue 38%

The buying on the counter came after Angel One posted its January-March quarter (Q4FY26) results on Thursday, after market hours

Angel One shares gain 8% on healthy Q4 show; PAT up 84% YoY, revenue 38%
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 5:47 PM IST

Sebi amends 'fit and proper' rule governing market intermediaries

The regulator has also introduced an explicit provision ensuring that a person is given a reasonable opportunity of being heard before being declared 'not fit and proper'

Sebi amends 'fit and proper' rule governing market intermediaries
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

India stable destination for long-term capital: Sebi chief Pandey

Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey says India's capital markets are resilient and globally competitive, supported by reforms such as T+1 settlement and improved investor access

India stable destination for long-term capital: Sebi chief Pandey
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 4:38 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex jumps 505 points, Nifty ends above 24,300 amid rising US-Iran peace hopes

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Friday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap indices ended 1.27 per cent and 1.48 per cent higher, respectively

Stock Market Close: Sensex jumps 505 points, Nifty ends above 24,300 amid rising US-Iran peace hopes
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 3:43 PM IST

CRISIL shares jump 6% after Q1 profit rises 46%; ₹9 dividend declared

Crisil has reported a 46% jump in net profit to ₹233 crore for the first quarter of CY26. CRISL has also announced an interim dividend of Rs 9.

CRISIL shares jump 6% after Q1 profit rises 46%; ₹9 dividend declared
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 3:15 PM IST

Silver supported by weak dollar, oil pullback; upside bias intact: Analyst

On April 14, silver prices surged to $80.85 -- the highest since March 13 -- on Iran peace hopes before erasing gains as the US Dollar stabilised

Silver supported by weak dollar, oil pullback; upside bias intact: Analyst
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 3:09 PM IST

RVNL surges 6% on ₹968 crore railway contract win; up 14% in three days

Rail Vikas Nigam announced that it has emerged as the lowest bidder for a key Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract awarded by East Coast Railway

RVNL surges 6% on ₹968 crore railway contract win; up 14% in three days
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 3:08 PM IST

Gold eyes $5,000 amid US-Iran ceasefire hopes; analyst suggests buy on dips

Gold may rise to $5000 in the short term, though a sustainable extension of the ongoing rally, which has been in place from the cycle low of $4099, will call for an increase in the safe haven appeal

Gold eyes $5,000 amid US-Iran ceasefire hopes; analyst suggests buy on dips
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 2:51 PM IST

Nestle India Q4 result preview: Revenue may grow 13-18%; margins could fall

Nestle India will announce its Q4FY26 results on April 21 (Tuesday). The company could also recommend a final dividend for shareholders.

Nestle India Q4 result preview: Revenue may grow 13-18%; margins could fall
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 2:51 PM IST

Liquor stocks: Radico, Globus, ABDL, Tilaknagar, USL, UBL rally up to 7%

Pernod Ricard reported strong growth in India mainly driven by premiumisation thus giving a positive outlook for other liquor companies operating in the country.

Liquor stocks: Radico, Globus, ABDL, Tilaknagar, USL, UBL rally up to 7%
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 2:44 PM IST