Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) infused Rs 22,615 crore into Indian equities in February, marking the highest monthly inflow in 17 months, supported by improving market valuations, strong corporate earnings and easing trade uncertainties, according to depository data reported by PTI.The inflows follow three straight months of heavy selling, during which FPIs withdrew Rs 35,962 crore…
UAE Stock Markets Closed: Regional Conflict Halts Trading on ADX and DFM In an unprecedented economic response to escalating regional conflict, the United Arab Emirates has announced that its two major financial markets, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), will remain closed on Monday, March 2 and Tuesday, March…
Stock market is expected to react negatively when trading resumes, with analysts cautioning that escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could weigh heavily on investor sentiment and trigger a volatile start to the week, according to market experts quoted by PTI.The US and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday, while Iranian state media confirmed early…
India’s automobile industry sustained its growth momentum in February, with leading carmakers reporting higher dispatches to dealers as steady consumer demand supported sales across passenger vehicles and utility segments.Leading automakers Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Mahindra & Mahindra and Hyundai posted an increase in vehicle dispatches last month, reflecting continued strength in the domestic…
With tensions escalating in West Asia after US and Israeli strikes on Iran and retaliatory attacks by Tehran, the Commerce Ministry has convened a meeting on Monday with exporters, shipping lines and freight forwarders to assess the potential impact on India’s trade flows, PTI reported citing officials.The US and Israel jointly launched military strikes on…
Global oil markets are heading into a volatile phase as escalating tensions in the Middle East raise fears of supply disruption through one of the world’s most critical energy corridors, with analysts warning that crude prices could surge sharply if the conflict deepens.Khamenei’s death, confirmed by Iranian state media earlier, triggered warnings about strong retaliation…
Exporters have raised strong concerns that the conflict could disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. (AI image) What will be the impact of the ongoing tensions in the Middle East on India’s trade, exports, crude oil and LPG supply? Growing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following military strikes by the United States and…
Gold and silver prices are expected to begin the week on a strong note when trading resumes on Monday, as escalating tensions in the Middle East push investors toward safe-haven assets, analysts said.The surge in risk aversion follows US President Donald Trump’s announcement of “major combat operations” in Iran after Israeli strikes on Tehran. Iranian…
Experience shows markets often come to view geopolitical disruptions as temporary. (AI image) The global markets are in for a phase of enhanced turmoil and uncertainty! The ongoing tensions in the Middle East after US and Israel’s strikes on Iran and Ali Khamenei’s death may have investors running for cover – looking for an asset…
Raising a child in today’s economy isn’t just about love, care, and dreams. It’s more about smart planning and careful budgeting. Even before the baby is born, mamma and papa are already thinking ahead, carefully categorizing their everyday savings to secure their child’s future.As the cost of raising babies into full fledged adults continues to…