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Business Nasdaq rises as Amazon's 13.7% rally lifts tech stocks; Apple drops 9.8%
The Nasdaq Composite gained 0.34% on July 31, 2026, as Amazon shares rallied 13.7% after the company reported its strongest quarterly revenue growth in more than four years. Apple dropped 9.8% on supply-constraint warnings. Traders raised the probability of the Federal Reserve holding rates in September to 35%.
Business Sensex, Nifty Trade Flat After Rebound; Rupee Gains on Foreign Inflows, Asian Markets Mixed
Indian equity benchmarks traded flat on Thursday after a strong rebound the previous session, while the rupee strengthened 13 paise to 95.63 against the US dollar on foreign capital inflows. Asian markets were mixed, with gains in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan offset by losses in Hong Kong and China. Microsoft reported a 31% jump in net profit, driven by cloud and AI growth.
Business Wall Street declines as Federal Reserve policy review looms; oil prices surge on Iran hostilities
US stocks traded lower on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve's two-day policy meeting concluded, with markets pricing a 36% probability of a rate hike. Oil prices surged 5.6% to $86.64 a barrel after Iran launched a missile attack on US forces, heightening supply concerns.
Business South Korea's KOSPI Crashes 10.8%: Circuit Breaker Triggered as Semiconductor Rout Deepens
South Korea's KOSPI plunged 10.84% on Tuesday, its worst session in five months, driven by a rout in semiconductor stocks SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. A circuit breaker was triggered for the eighth time this year. Foreign investors net sold 5 trillion won ($3.42 billion), while concerns over Chinese chipmaker CXMT's blockbuster IPO added to selling pressure.
Finance No move to scrap LTCG tax on equities: Finance Minister Pankaj Chaudhary tells Lok Sabha
The Indian government informed Parliament that there is no current move to abolish long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on equities for retail or domestic investors, ending speculation. The minister also clarified that the tax rate for domestic investors is 12.5%, matching that for FPIs in equities, while the government has rationalised tax treatment for FPIs in government securities to align with global standards.
Business Top Stocks to Buy: Saatvik Green Energy and Unimech Aerospace Recommended for July 20 Week
Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk has selected Saatvik Green Energy (SGEL) and Unimech Aerospace as top stock picks for the week starting July 20, 2026. SGEL is a solar module manufacturer with planned expansion into integrated solar production, while Unimech Aerospace supplies tooling to major aerospace OEMs and is diversifying into precision components. Both stocks are expected to deliver strong revenue and profit growth over FY26–28E.
Business Sensex Surges 965 Points on Q1 Earnings Optimism, Nifty Hits 24,330
Benchmark Indian equity indices surged on Friday, with the Sensex climbing 965 points and Nifty reaching 24,330, propelled by buying in blue-chip stocks including Reliance Industries, bank and IT shares. Tech Mahindra led gains after reporting a 28.4% rise in Q1 net profit to Rs 1,465 crore. The rupee strengthened 14 paise to 96.3 against the US dollar, while Brent crude rose 1.79% to $85.5 per barrel.
Business Sensex slides 900 points as global tech sell-off weighs on Indian markets
The BSE Sensex plunged nearly 900 points to 76,201 on Tuesday, driven by a global tech sell-off triggered by a 10% crash in Korea's Kospi following a regulatory warning and weakness in US AI stocks. Foreign institutional investors were net buyers at Rs 18 crore, while domestic investors recorded Rs 680 crore net inflow. Market capitalisation on BSE fell by Rs 5.5 lakh crore to Rs 475.1 lakh crore, with metal and IT indices down 3% and 2.2% respectively.
Business AI Stocks Sink Again, Pulling Wall Street Towards Weekly Loss as S&P 500 Falls 0.6%
Wall Street fell on Friday as another sharp selloff in AI-linked stocks pushed the S&P 500 towards its second weekly decline in 13 weeks. The S&P 500 dropped 0.6%, the Nasdaq Composite fell 1%, and the Dow lost 223 points. Losses were led by Micron Technology (-5.5%), while Asian markets also tumbled, with Japan's Nikkei down 4.2% and South Korea's KOSPI off 5.8%.
Business Wall Street edges higher on quarter-end optimism as Nvidia rebounds; June still set to end lower
US stocks edged higher on the final trading session of June, led by a rebound in AI stocks like Nvidia. However, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are set for their first monthly declines after two strong months, despite strong quarterly performance. Investors await key employment data amid expectations of further rate hikes.
Business We are nearing a fair value zone, says Elara Capital's MD, Harendra Kumar
Harendra Kumar, Managing Director of Institutional Equities at Elara Capital, stated that India is approaching a fair value zone after two years of muted returns. He highlighted potential for foreign institutional investor (FII) course correction, citing India's low MSCI weight and a bottomed-out rupee. Kumar also discussed sectoral flows, IPO pipeline dynamics, and the impact of geopolitical tensions on markets.
Business Kospi's AI Rally Collapses: South Korean Benchmark Tumbles 7%, Sidecar Triggered
South Korea's benchmark KOSPI tumbled over 7% on Tuesday, reversing from record highs, as investors sold AI-heavy technology stocks despite strong Samsung earnings. The Korea Exchange activated a sell-side sidecar, and the rout hit major names like Samsung, SK Hynix, and Hanwha Ocean.
Finance Rupee Gains 10 Paise to 94.45 as Softer Crude and Equities Boost Sentiment
The Indian rupee appreciated 10 paise to close at 94.45 against the US dollar on Thursday, driven by lower global crude oil prices, a positive domestic equity market, and a marginally weaker greenback. Forex market will remain closed on Friday for Muharram. Analysts expect the rupee to trade in a 94.20-94.80 range, with a negative bias from a hawkish Federal Reserve offset by softer commodity prices.
Business Top Stock Picks for June 25: Olectra Greentech, GAIL, HAL from Nuvama Expert
Aakash K Hindocha of Nuvama Professional Clients Group has recommended three stocks to buy on June 25, 2026: Olectra Greentech, GAIL, and Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL). The technical picks come with specific entry prices, stop-losses, and targets. Meanwhile, Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty50 posted strong recovery on Wednesday, rising around 1% amid easing crude prices and FII buying.
Business Wall Street holds near record highs as oil eases on US-Iran deal hopes, AbbVie announces $10.9B acquisition
US stocks traded near record levels on Monday as easing oil prices and progress in US-Iran talks boosted sentiment, while rising Treasury yields reflected inflation concerns. The S&P 500 edged up 0.1%, the Dow rose 220 points, and the Nasdaq slipped. Brent crude fell 2.8% to $78.34. AbbVie gained 4.9% after announcing a $10.9B acquisition of Apogee Therapeutics, which surged 46.9%.
Business US stock markets rebound on AI recovery as oil prices ease from overnight highs
Wall Street recovered on Monday, June 8, 2026, as AI-linked stocks rebounded from Friday's sell-off, pushing the S&P 500 up 0.7%. Oil prices eased from overnight highs above $98 to $94.25 despite ongoing Israel-Iran tensions. Asian markets fell, with Japan's Nikkei declining 3.8%.
Business Wall Street rebounds as AI stocks recover; SpaceX debut and Iran tensions in foc
US stocks rebounded over two sessions, with AI-linked stocks recovering from recent volatility. Oracle tumbled 10% after announcing a $40 billion debt-and-equity plan for AI investments, while chipmakers Intel and Applied Materials surged. Oil prices fell sharply after President Trump withdrew a strike threat against Iran, boosting sentiment. The much-anticipated SpaceX IPO began trading on the Nasdaq, commanding a $1.77 trillion market value. The ECB raised rates by 25 basis points, and markets await the Fed decision next week.
Business Wall Street Mixed as Tech Stocks Slide Amid Iran Tensions
US stock markets experienced mixed trading as technology stocks continued to decline and geopolitical tensions with Iran weighed on investor sentiment. The S&P 500 remained nearly flat, while the Dow Jones fell 0.5%.
Business Sensex and Nifty Rebound, Ending Two-Day Losing Streak
The Sensex and Nifty indices rebounded, gaining over half a percent and ending a two-day losing streak. The Sensex rose 395 points to 73,919, while the Nifty increased by 119 points to 23,242. Midcap and Smallcap indices also saw significant gains.
Business BSE Sensex, Nifty50 Drop Amid US-Iran Tensions and Oil Price Surge
The BSE Sensex and Nifty50 indices fell by around 1% due to escalating US-Iran tensions and rising crude oil prices. This decline erased over Rs 3 lakh crore from the market cap of BSE-listed companies. Investors are cautious amid geopolitical uncertainties and foreign institutional investor outflows.
Business Dalal Street's Key Triggers for the Coming Week
Dalal Street faces a cautious outlook as the Reserve Bank of India's unchanged repo rate and global market declines weigh on sentiment. Analysts expect the Nifty to consolidate, with a focus on stock-specific opportunities.
Business NSE Surpasses 26 Crore Trading Accounts, Marking Market Expansion
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 26 crore trading accounts, highlighting robust market expansion. This growth is driven by increased digitization and investor participation across India.
Business Sensex, Nifty Gain as RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady at 5.25%
The BSE Sensex and Nifty50 indices remained in positive territory after the Reserve Bank of India decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%. This decision has bolstered market sentiment, with domestic institutional investors continuing to support the market despite foreign outflows.
Business Top Stock Picks for June 5, 2026: PFC and Aequs
Bajaj Broking Research recommends Power Finance Corporation and Aequs as top stock picks for June 5, 2026. Both stocks show promising technical indicators for potential gains.
Business Top Stock Picks for June 3, 2026: JSW, Adani, IFCI
Investment expert Mehul Kothari recommends JSW Energy, Adani Energy Solutions, and IFCI as top stock picks for June 3, 2026. These stocks have shown strong technical breakouts, indicating potential upward momentum.
Business Alphabet's $80B Stock Sale Plan Stalls Wall Street Rally
Alphabet's announcement of an $80 billion stock sale to fund AI investments led to a 4% drop in its shares, stalling Wall Street's rally. The S&P 500 slipped 0.1% after nine weeks of gains.
Business Key Stocks to Watch: Asian Paints, Cummins India, and More
Investors should keep an eye on Asian Paints and Cummins India as analysts provide positive outlooks. Asian Paints is expected to maintain strong margins, while Cummins India benefits from margin tailwinds and business diversification.
Business South Korea Surpasses India in Global Stock Market Rankings
South Korea has overtaken India to become the world's sixth-largest stock market, driven by a surge in semiconductor stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. This shift highlights the impact of the AI boom on global equity markets.
Business Sensex Plummets Amid Gulf Tensions, Foreign Outflows
The Sensex has fallen 2,200 points over four sessions due to escalating tensions in the Gulf region and significant foreign fund outflows. Investors are closely watching the upcoming RBI policy meeting for further market direction.
Business Top Stock Picks for June 2026: Astra Microwave, Shaily Engineering
Motilal Oswal Wealth Management recommends Astra Microwave and Shaily Engineering Plastics as top stock picks for June 2026. Astra aims for 15-20% revenue growth in FY27, while Shaily plans a fivefold expansion in pen manufacturing capacity.
Business Nifty Outlook: Top Stock Picks for June 1-5
Nuvama Wealth Management Ltd and R R Kabel Ltd are highlighted as top stock picks for the week of June 1-5, 2026. Analysts suggest these stocks based on technical indicators and market trends, offering potential gains amid a volatile Nifty index.
Business BSE Sensex Rises 400 Points; Nifty50 Surpasses 23,600
The BSE Sensex opened over 400 points higher, while the Nifty50 surpassed 23,600, driven by gains in Asian equities. Crude oil prices rose by 2%, adding to market dynamics.