Aluminium prices hit four-year highs on Monday as fears of prolonged shipping disruptions in the Middle East due to the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran fuelled concerns about supplies of the metal.
The NSE is set to appoint merchant bankers in March for its long-awaited IPO, reviving plans for a potential $2.5 billion offer for sale after years of regulatory delays and governance concerns.
Crude oil futures on MCX have jumped 62% in six sessions after the Middle East war triggered supply fears and production cuts. Analysts warn prolonged conflict could push prices higher, raising inflation risks and India’s import bill.
BSE Index Services has launched the BSE SmallCap 500 and four factor-based indices: Quality 50, Momentum 50, Low Volatility 50, and Enhanced Value 50. These rules-based indices, reconstituted quarterly, provide benchmarks for small-cap equities, enabling ETFs, index funds, and portfolio benchmarking, helping investors capture differentiated factor exposures in India’s small-cap segment.
The Sensex plunged 1,352 points to close at 77,566 amid a broad market sell-off. Five major index stocks—TCS, InterGlobe Aviation, HDFC Bank, Trent and Asian Paints—hit 52-week lows, reflecting persistent weakness and rising investor caution.
Financial markets are not always rational, as investor sentiment, fear, and greed can drive sharp price swings defying traditional analysis. History shows markets can move for irrational reasons, requiring investors to be prepared for unpredictable behavior. Understanding this psychological influence is crucial for navigating market volatility.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday injected Rs 50,000 crore into the banking system through Open Market Operation (OMO) purchases of government securities, according to a release.
Markets are volatile due to West Asia tensions and rising oil prices. Hiren Ved of Alchemy Capital suggests a contrarian approach. Instead of seeking safety, he recommends buying fundamentally strong stocks that have been heavily impacted by the current selloff. He believes this is the opportune moment for investors to deploy capital, anticipating a recovery once geopolitical risks subside.
The Indian rupee fell to a record low on Monday, as fears of a prolonged war in the Middle East rattled regional currencies, and surging oil prices heightened concerns over global growth and inflation.
The India VIX nearly doubled in a month, reflecting rising fear among investors amid geopolitical tensions and global uncertainty. Surging crude prices and persistent foreign selling have triggered sharp equity declines, with the Nifty 50 down 8%, keeping markets volatile and investors cautious.
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