Bitcoin and other digital currencies saw a surge. This happened after US President Donald Trump announced a delay in strikes on Iran. Global markets, including stocks and bonds, also rebounded. Analysts suggest de-escalation in the Middle East could stabilize markets. This development brought relief to investors and eased concerns about regional conflict.
Indian frontline indices closed sharply lower on Monday, with the Nifty and Sensex experiencing significant drops due to a sell-off in banking, auto, and consumer stocks. Escalating geopolitical tensions, rising crude oil prices, and a weakening rupee further impacted market sentiment.
Amir Chand Jagdish Kumar (Exports) Ltd has secured Rs 60 crore from anchor investors. This precedes their Rs 440 crore initial public offering opening on March 24. The company, known for its Aeroplane basmati rice brand, plans to use the funds for working capital and general corporate needs. The IPO will see a fresh issue of shares.
Copper prices jumped on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he will order the U.S. military to postpone any military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure.
Embassy Office Parks REIT raised ₹9,800 crore debt at low rates, targeting growth and refinancing. Strong leasing, embedded redevelopment, and GCC demand support a 50% NOI upside, while disciplined acquisitions and capital recycling aim to sustain long-term returns despite concentration risks.
Somerset Indus Capital Partners closed its third fund at $288 million, exceeding targets, to invest in affordable healthcare across India. Focus areas include delivery, pharma, diagnostics and medtech, targeting underserved tier I and II cities with scalable, impact-driven platforms.
Ashish Kacholia sold his entire 1.44% stake in Brand Concepts via a bulk deal worth ₹3.9 crore. The sale follows weak microcap performance, with the stock down 36% over a year and 6% today.
Nifty 50 ended lower, dragged by banks, auto, and consumer stocks amid Iran-Israel tensions, rising crude prices, and rupee lows, with key support breached at 22,930 and bearish momentum prevailing.
Indian government bonds plunged on Monday, as elevated oil prices and rising U.S. Treasury yields triggered the sharpest selloff since October 2023, although bonds recouped half of their losses after positive commentary from U.S. President Trump on Iran war.
The main UK indexes slumped on Monday and were on track to confirm a correction, as investors priced in the Bank of England hiking interest rates sharply with the Middle East conflict driving up energy costs.
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