‘Petrol, Diesel prices will not increase’: Govt on choked Strait of Hormuz, energy supply to India

Government sources said fuel prices in India will not rise as the country’s energy stock position improves. New Delhi has increased crude imports by 10% from sources outside the Strait of Hormuz to reduce supply risks.   Central government sources assured on Saturday, March 7, that the petrol and diesel prices in the country will…

Bulls strike after 3 days: Sensex rises 800 pts, Nifty above 24,800; key factors behind market surge

Sensex, Nifty gained after Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister stated that Tehran is willing to abandon its nuclear program, provided the United States presents a satisfactory alternative proposal. The benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded on Thursday, snapping a three-session losing streak, tracking reports that Tehran is willing to abandon its nuclear program. The two…

US-Iran war risk: Can Nifty 50 crash below 21,000 level? What experts suggest

Stock market outlook: Market analysts expect Nifty 50 to remain above 21,000 despite geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices. A potential 10-12% correction is anticipated, but strong domestic flows may prevent a significant drop. Nifty 50 outlook: The sharp impact of the heightened geopolitical tensions in the wake of US and Israel’s attacks on the…

Technical View: Bears eye deeper correction if Nifty slips below 25,000; Bank Nifty breakdown points to further weakness amid elevated VIX

The weekly options data suggest that 25,000, where the maximum Put open interest is placed, is expected to act as key short-term support, while resistance is seen at 25,400–25,500, which holds the maximum Call open interest.   The Nifty 50 was convincingly caught in a bear grip on February 27, falling over a percent amid…

Nifty Pharma index soars 7% thus far in February; nears 52-week high

Thus far in the month of February 2026, Laurus Labs surged 13%, while Sun Pharmaceutical Industries and Torrent Pharmaceuticals soared 11% each. Nifty Pharma index movement today Shares of pharmaceutical companies were in focus with the Nifty Pharma index up nearly 1 per cent at 23,436.95 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Thursday’s intra-day…

IT stocks under pressure: How investors should restructure their tech portfolio in 2026 amid AI disruption

As AI reshapes the tech landscape, investors may consider diversifying their portfolios beyond traditional IT stocks. Experts emphasise a balanced approach that includes AI enablers and U.S. tech giants, while also preparing for potential volatility in the sector.  Technology stocks worldwide are experiencing sharp volatility amid concerns over rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and…

NBFCs in “sweet spot”, says Kotak Inst, sees stronger loan growth in FY27

Kotak Institutional Equities believes non-banking financial company (NBFC) are in a “sweet spot”, noting that companies under its coverage performed well in the December quarter (Q3FY26), characterised by accelerating disbursements, expanding net interest margins (NIMs), and a decline in stressed loans. While the recent rally has limited immediate upside for many stocks, the brokerage views…

War or a nuclear deal? Why Trump is pushing the US toward a possible clash with Iran and what lies ahead

The US and Iran have held two rounds of indirect talks in Oman and Switzerland, with little progress. Talks are scheduled to resume on Thursday in Switzerland. The United States is edging closer to a potential military confrontation with Iran after President Donald Trump ordered a large-scale deployment of American military forces to West Asia.…

Nifty levels to watch as volatility may rise next week; eyes on US–Iran tensions

Nifty on Friday formed lower-high lower low and a bullish candle on the daily chart with long upper wick, suggesting selling at higher levels. Analysts are cautious and see higher volatility next week. They said the index is positioned in a cluster of key short-term moving averages namely 20-, 50- and 100-EMAs in the 25,580–25,680…

LIC Mutual Fund NFO opens tomorrow: Price, date, review, and other details in 10 points

LIC MF Technology Fund aims to allocate capital across a wide spectrum of technology-driven sectors, including semiconductor–linked companies, data centre operators, digital commerce platforms, internet businesses, and emerging technology enterprises.   LIC Mutual Fund NFO: LIC Mutual Fund has announced the launch of a new fund offer (NFO), LIC MF Technology Fund, to tap the…