The Ceasefire Mirage: Price knows what headlines don’t, Bhav Bhagwan Chhe
Markets do not reward those who chase stories. They reward those who follow data backed signals.
Chartist Talk: Nifty back above 24,000, but the bigger trade may now be in midcaps and smallcaps
Looking ahead, technical signals point toward the possibility of further extension in the Nifty 50 pullback rally, with immediate upside targets placed at 24,300 and 24,500. On the downside, the 23,650–23,600 zone is expected to act as a key support level, said Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities.
Oil, inflation, volatility: Why RBI may have little room left to cut rates
Darshan Engineer believes the froth will continue to get wrung out of the system. Investors should focus on balanced asset allocation, prioritizing downside protection, balance sheet strength and earnings resilience, he said.
Trading the ceasefire: Navigating the Iran–Israel pause: Shubham Agarwal
If Nifty holds above key support and sentiment stabilizes, selective bullish trades make sense, especially in sectors directly hit by the conflict.
Markets snaps 6-week losing steak, logs best weekly gain since Feb 2021
The Indian rupee extended its winning streak against the US dollar for the second consecutive week, appreciating by 37 paise to close at 92.73 on April 10, compared to 93.10 on April 2.
Daily Voice: Favourable time to build optimal equity allocation, says Mirae Asset's Gaurav Misra
Within equities, Mirae Asset's Gaurav Misra would suggest a proper weight allocated towards the large cap.
Technical View: Best weekly rally in 5 years for Nifty 50, Bank Nifty after Iran ceasefire, easing VIX; sustaining above 24,000 crucial for further rally next week
Weekly options data also suggests that 24,500 is likely to act as the next key resistance for the Nifty 50, with support in the 24,000–23,800 range.
Taking Stock: Markets bounce back; Nifty reclaims 24,000, Sensex jumps 900 pts; IT worst hit
For the week, the BSE Sensex and Nifty gained nearly 6 percent each, marking their best weekly performance since February 2021, while also snapping a six-week losing streak.
Nifty delivers zero returns in dollar terms since September 2021
Indian markets have seen zero returns in dollar terms over the past 4.5 years due to rupee depreciation, record foreign investor outflows, and high oil prices.
Global markets rise ahead of Islamabad Talks | Brent Oil near $98 | Nifty On Track for 5% gain this week
Markets ended the week on a strong note, with bulls firmly in control as the Nifty hovered near the 24,000 mark. Banking stocks led the rally, driving benchmark indices higher, while IT stocks remained under pressure following muted earnings from Tata Consultancy Services.
Despite steady margins, TCS’s Q4 performance lacked growth momentum, weighing on the broader IT pack. On a weekly basis, the Nifty surged over 5.5%, reflecting strong investor sentiment.
Meanwhile, mutual fund inflows remained robust, with equity funds seeing a one-year high as investors активно “bought the dip” in March.
Global cues remain crucial, with Iran–United States talks in focus and oil prices staying elevated, keeping markets on edge.
Sensex, Nifty log best week in 5 years: US-Iran ceasefire among key factors behind market rise
Sensex, Nifty rebounded and posted their biggest weekly gain in over five years, snapping a six-week losing streak.
Israel Ready for Talks | Brent oil cools after touching $100 | Nifty may face resistance at 24000
Markets remain volatile as Israel signals talks with Lebanon while tensions with Iran continue. Brent Crude cooled after touching $100, while Nifty 50 faces resistance near 24,000. Nasdaq Composite led gains in the US, while FIIs remained sellers. Here’s everything driving the market today.
First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade
Oil prices rose in early trading on Friday following attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure, and as markets evaluated the risk premium from the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz, despite a fragile truce agreed between the U.S. and Iran.
Closing Bell: Markets rebound sharply; Nifty above 24,000, Sensex surges 919 pts
Among sectors, Auto, Capital Goods, Consumer Durables, Realty, Power, FMCG, PSU Bank, Metal, PSU Bank, Private Bank added 1-2%, while IT index shed 1.7%. Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices rose 1.5 percent each. Biggest Nifty gainers were Asian Paints, Eicher Motors, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Auto, Shriram Finance, while losers included Coal India, Sun Pharma, Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra.
Daily Voice: Iran ceasefire lifts sentiment, but is the worst over for markets? Kotak AMC's Nilesh Shah flags lingering valuation concerns despite recent correction
The two-week ceasefire triggered a relief rally, which was expected. However, future market direction will hinge on actual de-escalation on the ground — sustained peace, not just a pause, said Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mahindra AMC.
Trading Plan: Can Nifty 50, Bank Nifty defend Thursday’s low amid ceasefire uncertainty?
Bank Nifty needs to defend the 54,600 (near Thursday’s low)–54,400 support range for stability, which could raise hopes for a move toward 55,800–56,200. However, a fall below this support may open the door to 54,000–53,500 levels, experts said.
Trade Setup for April 10: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell as fragile US-Iran ceasefire keeps markets on edge
The market is expected to remain in a consolidative, range-bound phase until the US, Iran, and Israel fully comply with a formal agreement.
Technical View: Nifty sees profit booking after 8% rally; 24,000 a crucial hurdle for bulls, Bank Nifty needs decisive break above 55,800 for further upside
The weekly options data suggests that the Nifty 50 is likely to trade within the 23,500–24,000 range in the short term.
Taking Stock: Markets retreat after 5-day rally; Nifty below 23,800 on financials drag
More than 100 stocks touched their 52-week high on the BSE, including Ather Energy, Hitachi Energy, Honasa Consumer, Anand Rathi, Vardhman Textiles, ABB India, among others.
Nifty gives up 1% | Global markets trade lower | Oil gains with Brent at $98
Indian markets ended the session on a weak note, with the Nifty 50 falling 1% as selling pressure intensified through the day. The index failed to sustain higher levels and gradually moved lower, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
The decline was in line with **global markets**, which traded lower amid renewed geopolitical concerns. This risk-off environment kept investors cautious and prevented any strong recovery in domestic equities.
A key negative trigger was the sharp rise in crude oil prices, with **Brent crude nearing $98 per barrel**. Higher oil prices are typically unfavorable for India, as they increase inflation risks and can put pressure on corporate earnings.
Markets snap 5-day run: Sensex settles 900 pts lower, Nifty ends below 23,800: Renewed Mideast tensions among 10 factors behind market decline
Sensex, Nifty pulled back after a sharp rally in the previous session, as renewed Mideast tensions clouded ceasefire optimism.
First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their selling on April 8, albeit at a slower pace, offloading equities worth ₹2,811 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) remained net buyers, purchasing equities worth nearly ₹4,168 crore.
Closing Bell: Market sinks on ceasefire worries; Nifty below 23,800, Sensex tanks 950 pts
On the sectoral front, oil & gas, PSU Bank, Infra, Consumer Durables, and Private Bank shed between 0.4-2%, while metal, power, pharma added 0.5-1%. L&T, Interglobe Aviation, HDFC Bank, Shriram Finance, Jio Financial are among biggest losers on the Nifty, while gainers included Dr Reddy's Labs, Hindalco, Bajaj Auto, Bharat Electronics, ONGC. Nifty Midcap and Smallcap ended on a flat note.
Daily Voice: RBI seen pivoting to a more dovish stance to support growth; window for rate cuts still wide open, says Samvitti Capital's Prabhakar Kudva
According to Samvitti Capital's Prabhakar Kudva, Q4FY26 and Q1FY27 may see a marginal impact on account of higher crude prices in March and April, particularly for crude-sensitive sectors, but things should largely normalise by Q2.
Trading Plan: Can Nifty 50, Bank Nifty take a small breather after 5-day winning streak?
The Nifty 50 needs a decisive close above the psychological 24,000 zone for a move toward the 24,300–24,500 levels. However, the 23,900–23,800 range is expected to be immediate key support.
