
Indian equity markets slipped as the Nifty hovered around the 23,000 mark while the Sensex dropped about 420 points amid broad weakness. Losses were led by oil & gas and realty sectors, which dragged benchmark performance despite pockets of buying in select financials and tech names. Traders cited profit-taking and mixed global cues as pressures on sentiment during the session. Volume and volatility rose as investors reassessed near-term market direction around key index levels.

Nifty futures traded flat and largely range-bound, with only modest intra-day short-covering that briefly pushed the index lower. F&O flows show concentrated put-writing around 22,800–23,200 ahead of the weekly expiry, while call writers gained activity as the index dipped into...

Australia’s share market slipped about 0.4% near the close as miners and gold stocks led declines while energy names rallied. Oil surged above $100 a barrel—up roughly 40% in a month due to Middle East tensions and a drone attack...

Indian equities opened lower on Tuesday as the Sensex slipped about 550 points and the Nifty hovered near 23,430. Persistent foreign institutional investor (FII) selling weighed on the market, while major private‑bank stocks such as HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak...

Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel as the Middle East conflict intensified, prompting global equity markets to tumble. The spike reignited inflation worries, leading central banks worldwide to raise borrowing costs. Despite the price rally, the International Energy Agency...

FactSet’s March 11 market preview highlighted heightened oil volatility and mixed equity sentiment as investors weighed IEA reserve‑release talks and escalating Middle‑East tensions. Crude climbed above $85 a barrel after the International Energy Agency signaled the largest ever strategic‑reserve release, while the...

On March 10, 2026, heightened expectations of a broader Middle East conflict jolted global markets. U.S. officials’ comments briefly lifted equity indices, but Iran’s defiant stance quickly erased those gains. Crude oil prices plunged as supply‑risk premiums evaporated, while gold...

The ET Now segment delivered a rapid F&O market snapshot, highlighting today’s Nifty surge and the expected trading corridor. Nifty rose roughly 8% in the session, trading at an 82‑rupee futures premium, while open interest grew 1.7% mainly through short positions....

Global markets tumbled Monday as a widening US–Israel–Iran conflict sent oil spiking toward and above $100 a barrel—at one point up about 25%—and knocked risk sentiment across equities and bonds. Australia’s benchmark slid as much as 4% intraday and was...

Indian benchmark indices posted their strongest day in over a month as the Nifty 50 jumped 1.17% to 24,765.90 and the Sensex rose 1.14% to 80,015.90. The rally was sparked by signs that diplomatic friction between the United States and Iran...

Perpetual analyst Sean Roger issued a clear "sell" recommendation on Transurban, arguing that while the Australian toll‑road operator has built a portfolio of concessions with built‑in inflation escalators, the outlook for replicating that success is dimming. He praised Transurban’s track...

The video examines whether the current fear of artificial intelligence derailing tech‑stock valuations, especially for SaaS firms, is justified or merely a market over‑reaction. The host and guest argue that headlines about an "AI apocalypse" have turned click‑bait into share‑price...

CCL Products, the owner of the Continental Coffee brand, posted a 76% total return over the past year, driven by robust coffee price dynamics and expanding export volumes. Management has largely finished its capital‑expenditure program and expects strong free‑cash‑flow generation....

China’s leadership announced a modest 2026 GDP growth target of 4.5%‑5%, the weakest full‑year goal since 1991. The range replaces last year’s single‑point forecast around 5% and reflects a cautious outlook as the economy navigates external headwinds and an internal...

In a recent interview, Perpetual analyst Sean Roger highlighted GPT Group (ASX: GPT) as an overlooked income stock for 2026, focusing on its recent management overhaul and strategic pivot. Roger notes that over the past 24 months the board refreshed its...

The Yara Capital Management equities team dissected Australia’s February reporting season, highlighting 21 ASX stocks worth watching. The ASX 200 posted a 4.1% gain—the strongest February in seven years—lifting its 12‑month return above 16%. Across sectors performance was uneven. Miners and banks...

The Money Talks livestream focused on the Philippines’ escalating energy‑price challenge as the Middle‑East conflict pushes Brent crude above $80 a barrel. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signaled he may request special powers to temporarily lower excise taxes on gasoline and...

Digital lending platform Kissht is preparing a ₹1,200 crore initial public offering slated for later this month. The issue will combine a fresh share issuance with an Offer for Sale by existing investors. Proceeds are earmarked to strengthen the capital base...

China will soon release its next five‑year plan, outlining development goals through 2030 and beyond. The blueprint is expected to pivot toward domestic consumption, high‑tech self‑sufficiency, and a greener economy while addressing demographic headwinds. Beijing will likely tighten regulation on...

Manulife Investment Management’s equities chief warned that escalating Middle East conflicts, coupled with an unresolved flood‑control scandal in the Philippines, are raising geopolitical risk and dampening the appeal of Philippine equities. The dual pressures highlight both external and domestic uncertainties...

The United States and Israel carried out coordinated strikes against Iran, including an Israeli bombing of the Hezbollah‑affiliated Al Manar TV building in Beirut. The live CNBC‑TV18 feed highlighted heightened geopolitical tension and the potential for regional retaliation. JPMorgan CEO Jamie...

The S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.03% to 9,200.90 points as March opened with heightened geopolitical risk from US‑Israeli strikes on Iran. Energy stocks rallied 5.3% after Brent crude surged up to 13% before easing, lifting Woodside and Santos by roughly 7%...

Indian equity markets plunged roughly 2,500 points, prompting comparisons to the 1991 crisis that spurred sweeping reforms. In a recent interview, veteran investor Ramesh Damani argued the sell‑off presents buying opportunities, especially in AI‑enabled firms, defense manufacturers, and pharma companies...

The video examines the market fallout from the latest flare‑up between Israel and Iran, focusing on the strategic Strait of Hormuz and its role in global oil logistics. Host Andrew Gageen outlines how Iranian missile strikes and Israeli air raids...

The Money Talks livestream focused on the sharp rise in global oil prices following coordinated U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran and the ripple effects on the Philippine economy. Brent crude breached the $80‑per‑barrel threshold, while the Philippine Purchasing Managers Index climbed...
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President Lee will travel to Singapore and the Philippines, signaling a diplomatic outreach that aligns with South Korea’s broader regional strategy. The government welcomed a US$6.2 billion Hyundai Motor Group investment in Saemangeum, while also approving the export of high‑detail maps...

February’s ASX earnings season revealed a stark split between heavyweight banks and miners, which delivered strong results and double‑digit share gains, and a struggling cohort of small‑ and mid‑cap companies that faltered amid AI‑related concerns. Woolworths jumped 13% and BHP...

Asian equities extended gains for a fourth day as investor fears over AI-driven disruption eased, with South Korea’s KOSPI and Japan’s benchmark hitting fresh records. Nvidia’s stellar results drew only a muted rally amid warnings that the AI sector may...

Indian equities opened higher on Monday, with the Nifty breaching the 25,500 level and the Sensex climbing about 150 points. The rally mirrored gains in Asian markets, as Japan’s Nikkei topped 59,000 for the first time, driven by a technology‑led...

India’s primary market is gearing up for a historic 2026 IPO wave, with several mega‑cap listings on the horizon. Reliance Jio is rumored to launch a ₹40,000 crore offering, while the National Stock Exchange eyes a ₹25,000 crore float. E‑commerce giant Flipkart,...
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South Korea’s KOSPI has more than doubled in the past year, posting a 138% gain and ranking as the world’s best‑performing index for two consecutive years. The surge is powered almost entirely by three mega‑caps—Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix and Hyundai...
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The Bank of Korea held its policy rate at 2.5% for a sixth consecutive meeting, citing a more optimistic economic outlook. Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 series, reinforcing its lead in the high‑end smartphone market. Geopolitical risks rose as North...

India is entering 2026 with several high‑value trade agreements and a rebound in foreign inflows, yet market sentiment remains cautious. Bloomberg convened four market strategists to advise how a retail investor could allocate a ₹10 lakh portfolio today. The experts highlighted...

AI-Media Technologies reported an 80% jump in annual recurring revenue (ARR) to $30 million in the first half of the year, prompting the company to lift its full‑year ARR growth guidance from 35% to 50%. The firm is shedding legacy services,...

McPherson’s (ASX:MCP) is accelerating a portfolio transformation, concentrating on health, wellness and beauty products sold through pharmacy and grocery channels. The company has exited legacy segments by selling the Multix brand and consolidating around names such as Manicare, Lady Jayne,...

The market closed lower, with the Nifty slipping below the 25,500 mark as gains from the morning session evaporated. While the broader Sensex lost roughly 800 points, two themes stood out: a rally in metals and a surge in auto...

Citi’s research team issued a bearish stance on Dr Reddy’s Laboratories, citing concerns that the company’s generic version of semaglutide may not capture significant market share. In contrast, CLSA upgraded Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to a preferred pick, highlighting its strongest...

India Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) launched its Offer For Sale (OFS) today, inviting investors to subscribe to newly issued shares. Chairman and MD Manoj Kumar Dubey projected that sanctions for FY26 could reach between Rs 80,000 crore and Rs 90,000 crore, well above prior...

Gautam Shah, founder of Goldilocks Global, warned that the Nifty IT index could slide further, potentially reaching the 28,400‑26,000 range. He attributes the pressure to AI‑driven disruption and a broad valuation reset across Indian IT firms. Conversely, Shah sees substantial...

Indian equities opened on a strong note as the Nifty crossed the 25,500 mark and the Sensex added roughly 500 points. The rally followed a tech‑driven surge on Wall Street that lifted Asian markets. CNBC‑TV18 highlighted Lupin and HG Infra...

The Business Times podcast covered a string of cross‑regional developments, from the United Kingdom’s new electronic travel‑authorization requirement to President Donald Trump’s 10% global tariff rollout, while also highlighting inflation pressures in Australia, record highs in Asian equity markets and...

South Korean Ambassador to the United States Kang Kyung‑wha said Seoul will work with Washington to keep trade talks in a friendly atmosphere while closely monitoring new U.S. tariff measures. She addressed the Supreme Court ruling that struck down reciprocal...

Taiwan is pressing ahead with ratifying its trade pact with the United States despite lingering uncertainty after President Trump’s “liberation day” tariffs were struck down. Economist Dachrahn Wu notes that key semiconductor shipments remain insulated, but warns that reopening negotiations...

The discussion centered on the widening performance gap between U.S. equities and their global peers, driven primarily by AI‑related displacement in the software sector and lingering tariff‑policy uncertainty. Analysts noted that these headwinds are eroding confidence in U.S. stocks, with...

The Daybreak Europe broadcast focused on the immediate implementation of President Trump’s 10% global tariff, a move that follows a Supreme Court decision overturning his earlier sweeping duties and signals a possible hike to 15% pending a formal order. The...

The episode focused on the twin shocks of artificial‑intelligence market anxiety and a wave of U.S. tariff actions following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down earlier levies. President Trump’s team announced a 10% tariff on batteries, electronics and other...

Tariff threats from Donald Trump rattled Australian markets on Wednesday, nudging the S&P/ASX 200 down 0.04% to 9,022.30 points. A renewed tech sell‑off, driven by resurfacing AI concerns, saw the sector tumble 3.6%, with Atlassian plunging 9.44% and home‑software firms...

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator will launch a comprehensive review of the Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) and the Portfolio Management Services (PMS) framework, signalling a push to modernise rules that have been static since 2020‑2022. The...

India’s Nifty closed above 25,700, marking a second consecutive session of gains led by private-sector banks even as IT and midcaps lagged. Markets were roiled by a major shock at IDFC First Bank after it disclosed a roughly ₹590 crore...

The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to strike down President Donald Trump’s authority to impose sweeping global tariffs has thrown the newly signed U.S–Taiwan trade agreement into uncertainty. The ruling follows the Court’s finding that the so‑called “Liberation Day” tariffs violated...