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Inflation data, US Fed decision, crude oil to be key drivers for stock markets

Inflation data, US Fed decision, crude oil to be key drivers for stock markets

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Analysts predict that inflation data, the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, and crude oil price trends will be the primary factors influencing the movement of Indian stock markets. Geopolitical developments, particularly the US-Iran deal, and foreign investor activity will also play a crucial role.

NSE IPO price band fixed at Rs 1,700-1,785; subscription opens on Sep 17

NSE IPO price band fixed at Rs 1,700-1,785; subscription opens on Sep 17

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has set its initial public offering (IPO) price band at Rs 1,700-1,785 per equity share, with the subscription period running from September 17 to September 21, aiming to raise up to Rs 22,569 crore.

Sensex, Nifty extend losses as Middle East tensions fuel market uncertainty

Sensex, Nifty extend losses as Middle East tensions fuel market uncertainty

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, recorded their fourth consecutive day of declines, driven by selling in FMCG, financial, and auto sectors. The downturn is attributed to fresh tensions in the Middle East, uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran 60-day ceasefire, and elevated crude oil prices.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty slide as global cues weaken, foreign funds exit

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty slide as global cues weaken, foreign funds exit

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade, mirroring weak global market trends and persistent outflows from foreign institutional investors (FIIs), exacerbated by ongoing geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia.

Markets rally for 3rd day on US-Iran peace deal, crude oil softens

Markets rally for 3rd day on US-Iran peace deal, crude oil softens

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their winning streak for a third consecutive day, driven by positive global market trends and a significant softening of crude oil prices following a peace deal between the US and Iran.

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

August 2026 witnessed a significant surge in India's primary market, with 21 mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs) raising approximately 21,000 crore, marking the highest monthly deal count of the year, even as benchmark indices experienced declines.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty extend gains as crude oil prices drop, IT stocks surge

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty extend gains as crude oil prices drop, IT stocks surge

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their rally for the fourth consecutive day, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices and strong performance from IT firms, despite mixed global cues.

Indian Equities Extend Losing Streak as Sensex Tumbles 417 Points

Indian Equities Extend Losing Streak as Sensex Tumbles 417 Points

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices extended their losing streak for a fourth consecutive day, with the Sensex tumbling 417 points due to rising crude oil prices and a significant sell-off in IT stocks, impacting overall investor sentiment.

India's Trade Deficit with BRICS Nations Surges to $226.1 Billion

India's Trade Deficit with BRICS Nations Surges to $226.1 Billion

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's total goods trade with BRICS nations more than doubled from FY21 to FY26, reaching USD 417.5 billion, but a significant surge in imports, particularly from China and Russia, has caused India's trade deficit with the bloc to more than triple, reaching USD 226.1 billion.

Stock Markets Edge Higher, IT Sector Shines Amid Volatility

Stock Markets Edge Higher, IT Sector Shines Amid Volatility

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed marginally higher after a volatile trading session, driven by value buying in IT and select blue-chip counters, despite global crude price hikes and a weak rupee.

Global Equities Face Correction Risk as Treasury Yields Climb

Global Equities Face Correction Risk as Treasury Yields Climb

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Higher US Treasury yields, particularly the 10-year yield approaching 5 per cent, pose a significant near-term risk to global equity markets, including India, potentially triggering a 'big correction' according to market strategists.

Rupee's record low, crude prices pull Indian markets lower

Rupee's record low, crude prices pull Indian markets lower

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Indian stock markets concluded Tuesday's trading session lower, reversing intraday gains due to late-session selling in blue-chip stocks like HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries. The decline was primarily driven by the Indian rupee hitting a new record low against the US dollar and elevated global crude oil prices, compounded by geopolitical uncertainties.

Jawa, Yezdi Maker Targets 200,000 Capacity By December

Jawa, Yezdi Maker Targets 200,000 Capacity By December

Rediff.com3 days ago

The company has also started scouting for land for a new plant, as it plans manufacturing capacity beyond its immediate volume requirements.

Foreign Investors Pull Rs 7,443 Crore from Indian Equities Amid Global Headwinds

Foreign Investors Pull Rs 7,443 Crore from Indian Equities Amid Global Headwinds

Rediff.com7 days ago

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) turned net sellers in the first week of September, withdrawing Rs 7,443 crore from Indian equities, driven by rising crude oil prices, increasing US bond yields, and a strong dollar.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty rebound in early trade, supported by DII buying and Asian markets

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty rebound in early trade, supported by DII buying and Asian markets

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade, driven by buying in blue-chip stocks and a positive trend in Asian markets, with domestic institutional investors providing crucial support.

IndiGo, Air India in tight race for Mumbai-Delhi route dominance

IndiGo, Air India in tight race for Mumbai-Delhi route dominance

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Mumbai-Delhi air route, the country's largest and most lucrative, is witnessing an intense battle for supremacy between IndiGo and the Air India group, with Akasa Air emerging as a significant third player, according to recent data.

India is now world's largest market for Nestle's KitKat

India is now world's largest market for Nestle's KitKat

Rediff.com17 May 2026

India has emerged as the largest global market for Nestle's iconic KitKat chocolate-coated wafer bar, surpassing other nations due to strong consumer penetration, product innovation, and aggressive marketing investments.

Markets await clarity on Jio IPO plans, AI, data centre strategies

Markets await clarity on Jio IPO plans, AI, data centre strategies

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Investors are keenly awaiting clarity on Reliance Jio Infocomm's IPO, the company's AI and data centre strategies, and next-generation leadership structure at Reliance Industries Ltd's (RIL's) 49th annual general meeting (AGM).

Maruti Suzuki to hike prices by up to Rs 20,000 on select models, third time since May

Maruti Suzuki to hike prices by up to Rs 20,000 on select models, third time since May

Rediff.com6 days ago

Maruti Suzuki India announced a price hike of up to Rs 20,000 on select models, effective from September 2026, marking its third increase since May, citing continuous increases in input costs and inflationary pressures.

Apple's iPhone 18 Series, Foldable Duo See Significant Price Hikes in India

Apple's iPhone 18 Series, Foldable Duo See Significant Price Hikes in India

Rediff.com2 days ago

Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 lineup is set to cost 20 to 43 per cent more in India, primarily due to rising global memory component costs and a depreciating rupee, while the new foldable iPhone Duo will be priced between Rs 3 lakh and Rs 4.5 lakh, matching the cost of some hatchback cars.

NPCI Bhim Aims To Double Market Share

NPCI Bhim Aims To Double Market Share

Rediff.com20 May 2026

NPCI BHIM Services Ltd is expanding the BHIM app to feature phones to increase financial inclusion and diversify revenue through financial product distribution. The app aims to double its market share and is focusing on partnerships with banks and new features like UPI Circle.

Sensex, Nifty pare gains on mixed global cues

Sensex, Nifty pare gains on mixed global cues

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

The benchmark BSE Sensex rebounded by 362 points, ending a four-day losing streak, driven by strong buying in metal, private banking, and oil and gas shares, while the broader NSE Nifty saw modest gains despite paring some advances in the closing session.

Samsung India begins job cuts; trims workforce at senior level

Samsung India begins job cuts; trims workforce at senior level

Rediff.com5 days ago

Samsung India Electronics has initiated job cuts in its Consumer Electronics (CE) division, laying off 8-10 mid-to-senior-level employees with plans to let go of another 40-50 staff. This move is part of a cost-rationalisation exercise driven by rising input costs, muted consumer demand, and intense competition from rival Korean and Chinese players.

Equity MF Inflows Hit Four-Month High In August

Equity MF Inflows Hit Four-Month High In August

Rediff.com2 days ago

Smallcap funds topped the net inflow chart for the second consecutive month, as investors poured record Rs 7,973 crore into one of the best-performing MF categories.

Sensex tanks 719 points as global cues, surging oil prices weigh on markets

Sensex tanks 719 points as global cues, surging oil prices weigh on markets

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant slump, with the Sensex tumbling 719.08 points, driven by escalating West Asian tensions, a sharp rise in crude oil prices, and a global sell-off in technology stocks.

Flexi-Cap Funds Attract Nearly Rs 50,000 Crore Inflows, Investor Base Surges

Flexi-Cap Funds Attract Nearly Rs 50,000 Crore Inflows, Investor Base Surges

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Flexi-cap mutual fund schemes have attracted nearly Rs 50,000 crore in net inflows during January-July 2026, a 27 per cent increase year-on-year, as investors increasingly favour dynamic equity strategies.

Jaguar Land Rover announces global job cuts, aims for significant savings

Jaguar Land Rover announces global job cuts, aims for significant savings

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tata Group's British luxury carmaker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) announced plans to reduce its global workforce by approximately 4,000 roles over the next two years, aiming for 1.7 billion in savings to enhance sustainable profitable growth and invest in future technologies.

Indian Equities Rally: Banks Lead as Global Trends Boost Market Sentiment

Indian Equities Rally: Banks Lead as Global Trends Boost Market Sentiment

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Indian stock market benchmark indices closed higher, driven by strong performance in blue-chip bank shares and a positive trend in global markets, with hopes of progress in US-Iran peace negotiations also contributing to optimism.

'This Is Where Investors Will Make Money'

'This Is Where Investors Will Make Money'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

'Value is not where you make money in India. It never has been.' 'You have to buy momentum.' 'Momentum is in technology, and I don't see that slowing down because I believe the AI infrastructure boom is going to last for a while.'

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

Rediff.com5 days ago

Cricket Australia has announced that private investment will be introduced into the Big Bash League (BBL) from the 2027-28 season, beginning with the sale of the Melbourne Renegades T20 franchise, a move aimed at strengthening the league's long-term future and boosting finances.

Maha: Firefighter, guard killed in Thane vegetable market blaze

Maha: Firefighter, guard killed in Thane vegetable market blaze

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A firefighter and a security guard died, and two firefighters were injured, in a major fire at a vegetable market near Thane railway station. The blaze destroyed 155 stalls, prompting investigations and financial aid for victims' families.

Hyundai Eyes 7-8% EV Sales Next Year, Plans New Compact EV

Hyundai Eyes 7-8% EV Sales Next Year, Plans New Compact EV

Rediff.com6 days ago

In August, Hyundai recorded its highest ever domestic sales for the month with 54,396 units sold, marking a 23.6 per cent Y-o-Y increase. The Creta Electric currently anchors Hyundai's mass-market electric portfolio, while the Ioniq 5 caters to the premium end

Stock markets today: Sensex rises 300 points; Nifty over 23K

Stock markets today: Sensex rises 300 points; Nifty over 23K

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw a rebound in early trade, driven by a rally in global markets and easing Brent crude oil prices, with hopes of US-Iran peace negotiations also contributing to investor optimism. Track Sensex, Nifty on May 22

Market Meltdown: Investors' Wealth Plunges by Rs 16.77 Lakh Crore in Four Sessions

Market Meltdown: Investors' Wealth Plunges by Rs 16.77 Lakh Crore in Four Sessions

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Indian investors have seen their wealth erode by a staggering Rs 16.77 lakh crore over four trading sessions, as the markets faced deep losses driven by elevated crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, persistent foreign fund outflows, and a record-low rupee.

5 Signs that you should no longer be a spectator, but a shareholder

5 Signs that you should no longer be a spectator, but a shareholder

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Becoming a shareholder isn't about predicting markets perfectly. What matters more is recognising when you're financially and mentally prepared to participate in wealth creation. If you've been wondering when you should start investing, here are five signs that suggest you're already ready.

Sebi proposes new framework to manage options strike prices amid market volatility

Sebi proposes new framework to manage options strike prices amid market volatility

Rediff.com26 May 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed a new framework to manage strike prices for options contracts, aiming to ensure continuous availability of suitable contracts even during sharp intraday market swings. This move addresses concerns that extreme price movements can leave traders without appropriate options for hedging or positioning.

Iran would have wiped out Israel if...: Trump

Iran would have wiped out Israel if...: Trump

Rediff.com2 days ago

US President Donald Trump asserted that Iran is attempting to remove him from office, believing a Democratic administration would permit them to develop nuclear weapons. Trump vowed to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities and stated he has no regrets about his confrontational approach, claiming he would act the same way again. He also linked the ongoing conflict to rising stock markets and oil prices, and controversially suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz.

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

British parentage, Indian ownership: The Royal Enfield Story

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

"When Royal Enfield turned 100, we were struggling for survival"

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty opens red on geopolitical tensions, FII outflows

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty opens red on geopolitical tensions, FII outflows

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded lower amid volatile trends, influenced by escalating geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia and fresh outflows from Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs).

Symbiotec Pharmalab shares end over 11% higher after flat debut

Symbiotec Pharmalab shares end over 11% higher after flat debut

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Shares of Symbiotec Pharmalab Ltd, a pharma and biotech company, made a muted market debut, listing nearly 1 per cent lower on the BSE against its issue price of Rs 988, but later recovered to trade higher.