MCX Invests ₹200 Cr in New Coal & Mineral Trading Platforms
MCX commits ₹200 crore to launch dedicated coal and mineral trading platforms, boosting transparency and price discovery in India’s commodity markets. SEBI approval secured.
Skymet Forecast: 2026 Monsoon at 85% LPA, 70% Drought Risk
Skymet Weather drastically cuts 2026 monsoon forecast to 85% LPA, citing a 70% drought risk. Impacts India’s agriculture and economy.
Indian Equities Fall as Brent Crude Surges on Geopolitical Fears
Indian equity markets decline as Brent crude prices surge above $91/barrel amid geopolitical tensions and FII outflows, impacting Sensex and Nifty.
Kiyosaki Picks Silver for 2026 Amidst US Debt Concerns
Robert Kiyosaki, author of ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad,’ names silver his top commodity pick through August 2026, citing rising US national debt and potential for significant price increases.
Indian Markets Dip: Sensex, Nifty Fall Amid Geopolitical Fears
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, decline due to rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and FII outflows. ICRA projects slower Q1 FY27 GDP growth.
Sebi Confirms Closing Auction Session as Permanent Feature
India’s Sebi confirms the Closing Auction Session as a permanent market feature, addressing participant feedback to enhance price discovery and market competitiveness.
Global Markets Dip: Middle East Tensions & Crude Oil Prices Impact Stocks
Global markets fell as Middle East tensions and rising crude oil prices weighed on U.S. indices. Asian markets followed suit. Investors await earnings reports for consumer spending cues.
Middle East Tensions Sink Asian Markets, Oil Prices Soar
Asian markets fall as Trump rejects Iran ceasefire extension. Oil prices surge above $91 a barrel amid escalating US-Iran geopolitical tensions.
Gold & Silver Prices Surge: Silver Up 109% Annually
Gold and silver prices climbed on August 18, 2026. 24K gold hit Rs 1,56,210/10g, while silver surged 109.54% year-on-year.
Lalithaa Jewellery IPO: Rs 1,700 Cr Launch Amid Margin Concerns
Lalithaa Jewellery Mart Limited launches Rs 1,700 Cr IPO. Explore investor concerns about 4% net margins and gold price volatility. Company operates 61 stores.
Skymet Lowers 2026 Monsoon Forecast: 70% Drought Risk for India
Skymet drastically cuts 2026 monsoon forecast to 85% LPA, warning of a 70% drought probability for India due to El Nino and IOD concerns.
Iran Goes ‘Fully Offensive’ as US Talks Collapse
Iran adopts a ‘fully offensive’ military stance, threatening the Strait of Hormuz after US diplomatic efforts fail. Global oil markets react.
India Diversifies Agri-Food Exports to New Global Markets
India’s agri-food exports are diversifying, reaching new markets like Dubai, Maldives, and Singapore with premium products beyond traditional commodities.
India’s August Soyoil Imports Hit Record 620K Tons
India’s soyoil imports expected to reach a record 620,000 tons in August, up 46%, due to Black Sea sunflower oil disruptions and competitive pricing.
PPFAS Flexi Cap Fund Underperformance: CIO Rajeev Thakkar Responds
PPFAS CIO Rajeev Thakkar addresses investor concerns over Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund’s underperformance, citing market cycles and an improving outlook. Learn more.
Julius Baer: Crude Oil to $60, Boosting India’s Economy
Julius Baer’s Mark Matthews predicts crude oil falling to $60/barrel, easing Rupee pressure and boosting India’s economic growth. Discover the impact.
Gujarat Cotex Ventures into Edible Oils and Real Estate
Gujarat Cotex expands beyond fabric trading, launching Prabhat Oils and Prabhat Infratech to enter the edible oils and real estate markets, seeking new growth avenues.
India Boosts LPG Output Amid Hormuz Strait Uncertainty
India increases domestic LPG production to reduce import dependence amid Strait of Hormuz geopolitical risks. Government mandates refiners to maximize output.
India’s Silver Imports Surge in August Amidst New Rules
India’s silver imports rebound to 89.81 tons in August via IIBX, overcoming new licensing hurdles and driven by strong local demand and premiums.
Tata MF: 70% Gold, 30% Silver for 2026 Outlook
Tata Mutual Fund advises a 70% gold, 30% silver allocation for 2026, leveraging gold’s stability and silver’s growth potential. Discover the strategy.
India Resumes Silver Imports Amid New Rules & Festival Demand
India restarts silver imports after a 6-month pause, bringing in 89.81 tons in August despite new licensing rules and customs delays. Festival demand fuels market.
NMDC Target Cut to Rs 80 by Citi Amid Cost Overruns
Citi lowers NMDC target price to Rs 80, maintaining ‘sell’ rating due to Q1 operational cost overruns impacting profitability despite volume gains.
Indian Markets Brace for Muted Open: GIFT Nifty Signals Decline
Indian stock markets anticipate a subdued opening as GIFT Nifty indicates a negative start, influenced by mixed Asian trends and fluctuating commodity prices.
Asian Markets Mixed: Nikkei Up, Japan GDP Misses, Geopolitical Fears
Asian markets show mixed results as Japan’s Q2 GDP growth slows to 1.1%, Nikkei edges up, while geopolitical tensions keep oil prices steady.
Yen Strengthens on Fading Fed Rate Hike Bets
The Japanese yen appreciated as softer U.S. economic data led traders to scale back Federal Reserve rate hike expectations, impacting global currency markets.
Rupee Under Pressure: RBI Defends 95.45 Amidst Crude Oil Surge
The Indian Rupee faces depreciation pressure as the RBI defends the 95.45 mark against the dollar amid rising crude oil prices and increased importer demand.
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Halts Amid Tanker Attacks, US-Iran Tensions
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz hit zero transits Sunday following tanker attacks and stalled US-Iran talks, impacting global energy routes. Learn more.
India GST Cuts Aid Automakers Against Rising Commodity Prices
Indian automakers are utilizing recent GST reductions to counter rising commodity costs, stabilize prices, and sustain consumer demand in the automotive market.
Geopolitical Risks: Trade Long, Avoid Large Weekend Stock Positions
Navigate market volatility: Hold long positions but limit weekend exposure due to geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices. Expert advice for investors.
Peter Thiel Invests $76M in Vista, Acquires 1% Stake
Billionaire Peter Thiel’s Thiel Macro LLC invests $76 million for a 1% stake in Vista, an Argentine oil producer in the Vaca Muerta shale formation.