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Nifty and Sensex open in red amid US-Iran tensions and rising crude prices

Nifty and Sensex open in red amid US-Iran tensions and rising crude prices

Indian equity markets opened under pressure amid geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran and a spike in crude oil prices dented investor sentiment. Sensex and Nifty slipped in early trade, tracking weak global cues and cautious mood across Asian markets

Gold and silver prices rise for second day amid geopolitical tensions

Gold and silver prices rose for a second straight session on Thursday amid rising geopolitical tensions and cautious US Fed signals. In Mumbai, 24-carat gold stood at Rs 1,54,470 per 10 grams. MCX futures gained after exchanges withdrew additional margins on bullion contracts

19 February,2026 12:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Sensex and Nifty open higher but slip into red amid selling pressure

Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Thursday but soon slipped into the red due to selling in services and consumer durables stocks. IT and auto shares offered support, while Asian markets rallied. FIIs and DIIs remained net buyers, and Brent crude edged higher

19 February,2026 11:52 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Gold, silver rebound after two-day slide amid macro-economic cues

Gold and silver prices rose on Wednesday after two sessions of decline, supported by renewed buying interest amid global macro-economic developments. On the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), gold April futures climbed 1.24 per cent to Rs 1,53,294 per 10 grams on an intra-day basis

18 February,2026 02:28 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

Sensex declines 0.30 per cent; Nifty down 0.27 per cent; IT stocks record losses

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened lower on Wednesday amid volatility in IT and services stocks. The Sensex slipped over 247 points while the Nifty dropped 70 points. Analysts expect continued churn from IT towards banking, auto and pharma sectors despite positive global cues

18 February,2026 11:30 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

RBI absorbs nearly half of government's bond supply through OMO purchases

The Reserve Bank of India bought 47 percent of the Centre’s bond issuances in FY26 through Open Market Operations, injecting liquidity to ease pressure from heavy government borrowing and keep bond yields stable

17 February,2026 07:29 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI

Gold, silver prices continue to decline amid weakening safe haven demand

Gold and silver prices declined for a second straight session as investors assessed mixed US economic data and awaited clarity on the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory. A stronger dollar and easing geopolitical tensions weighed on safe-haven demand

17 February,2026 02:25 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade before IT stocks gain momentum

Continuing the recent bear run, Sensex and Nifty opened lower on Tuesday but quickly recovered, led by gains in Infosys and ITC. FIIs remained net sellers, while global markets showed mixed trends. Gold and silver prices also declined for the second straight session amid US policy cues

17 February,2026 12:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Sensex, Nifty open in red amid AI concerns in IT sector; Asian markets open flat

Benchmark indices opened lower on Monday, reflecting fragile investor confidence. Experts say AI-driven changes in the IT sector continue to act as a key overhang on markets

16 February,2026 11:48 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Rupee rises to 7 paise to 90.40 vs US dollar in early trade

The rupee gained 7 paise to trade at 90.40 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, moving in a narrow range as investors awaited confirmation of the India-US trade agreement and cues from the RBI’s interest rate decision. Corporate dollar demand limited gains, while softer crude prices provided some support

13 February,2026 04:19 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI

Gold prices falls in Mumbai; rebounds on MCX futures; Silver futures also surges

Gold price surged in commodity markets while price in Mumbai dropped marginally. Investors turned to value buying after recent declines, while MCX gold futures gained over 1 per cent amid global uncertainty.

13 February,2026 12:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Sensex, Nifty open sharply lower yet again amid global risk-off sentiment

Domestic benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened sharply lower on Friday amid weak global cues and risk-off sentiment. IT stocks crashed over 5 per cent as global tech weakness and AI valuation concerns weighed heavily on markets

13 February,2026 12:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gold prices falls in Mumbai; rebounds on MCX futures; Silver futures also surges

Gold prices falls in Mumbai; rebounds on MCX futures; Silver futures also surges

Gold price surged in commodity markets while price in Mumbai dropped marginally. Investors turned to value buying after recent declines, while MCX gold futures gained over 1 per cent amid global uncertainty.

13 February,2026 12:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sensex, Nifty open sharply lower yet again amid global risk-off sentiment

Sensex, Nifty open sharply lower yet again amid global risk-off sentiment

Domestic benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened sharply lower on Friday amid weak global cues and risk-off sentiment. IT stocks crashed over 5 per cent as global tech weakness and AI valuation concerns weighed heavily on markets

13 February,2026 12:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gold and silver prices dip as strong US dollar weighs on bullion

Gold and silver prices dip as strong US dollar weighs on bullion

Gold and silver prices slipped on Thursday after a brief rise, as a stronger US dollar and upbeat US jobs data pressured global bullion markets. MCX gold April futures declined 0.24 per cent to Rs 1,58,400 per 10 grams

12 February,2026 12:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sensex, Nifty open in red after recent rally amid profit booking

Sensex, Nifty open in red after recent rally amid profit booking

The Nifty 50 declined 47 points while the Sensex dropped 265 points at opening bell, reflecting consolidation amid lack of fresh triggers even as FIIs maintained buying momentum

12 February,2026 11:15 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
US tariff relief boosts Indian apparel export sentiment while diamonds lag: ICRA

US tariff relief boosts Indian apparel export sentiment while diamonds lag: ICRA

ICRA says US tariff cuts have eased pressure on Indian exporters, stabilizing apparel exports, while the diamond sector remains negative due to lab-grown competition. Trade agreements and diversification could support future growth

11 February,2026 04:40 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

IN PHOTOS: Jewellery markets brace for impact as gold-silver prices tumble

Gold and silver prices fell sharply on January 31, 2026, with silver dropping 19 percent and gold down two percent after a global sell-off driven by a stronger US dollar. Despite the correction, both metals posted strong gains for January, while analysts expect continued volatility ahead of the Union Budget 2026. PICS/PTI/AFP

03 February,2026 04:58 PM IST | Tarun Verma
Sensex, Nifty trade flat as market enters consolidation phase

Sensex, Nifty trade flat as market enters consolidation phase

After Tuesday’s marginal rally, Indian equity markets opened flat on Wednesday, entering a consolidation phase. Nifty rose 0.24 per cent while Sensex gained 0.08 per cent amid positive FII inflows, stable rupee and supportive global cues

11 February,2026 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Gold prices nears Rs 1.6 lakh mark; Gold ETF touches record highs

Gold prices nears Rs 1.6 lakh mark; Gold ETF touches record highs

Gold prices surged 0.83 per cent to Rs 1,59,070 per 10 gm, while silver climbed 2.4 per cent. Meanwhile, combined AUM of gold and silver ETFs crossed a record Rs 3 lakh crore in January, reflecting strong investor demand amid market volatility.

11 February,2026 01:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Gold price updates: Marginal surge in gold prices, other precious metals on a do

Gold price updates: Marginal surge in gold prices, other precious metals on a do

Gold and silver prices dipped moderately on Tuesday due to a stronger dollar and profit booking. MCX gold futures fell 0.33 per cent while silver dropped nearly 2 per cent, even as geopolitical tensions and rate cut expectations continued to support precious metals in the medium term

10 February,2026 12:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Stock market updates: Nifty and Sensex open higher as foreign inflows return

Stock market updates: Nifty and Sensex open higher as foreign inflows return

Indian stock markets indices Nifty and Sensex opened higher on Tuesday, extending Monday’s gains, driven by renewed foreign portfolio inflows and positive investor sentiment. The Sensex rose over 140 points while Nifty crossed 25,900, with broader indices also showing strength

10 February,2026 12:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

 Union Budget 2024: How will budget impact your Income, Savings & Taxes?

    Union Budget 2024: How will budget impact your Income, Savings & Taxes?

    The Union Budget 2024 was announced on 23rd July by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. While the budget touched upon varied sectors of priorities for the government, it has raised several questions for the middle class. Are the taxes simplified enough? Will the standard deductions given matter much? What should be the right approach to investing? In the episode of Money Matters, Certified Financial Planner and SEBI Registered Investment Advisor Kalpesh Ashar in conversation with Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor explains various aspects of personal finance related to this year’s budget. From the widening of the tax slabs, raising STT on F&O, and raising taxes on Capital Gains to the new pension scheme for minors, in this video Kalpesh Ashar busts the myth and explains how these reforms can impact you. 

    24 July,2024 07:05 PM IST
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