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Sensex Drops 893 Points, Investors Lose Rs 6 Lakh Crore

The BSE Sensex fell 893 points and the Nifty 50 shed 279 points on June 30, 2026, wiping out roughly Rs 6 lakh crore in investor wealth in a single session. Both indices dropped 1.16%, closing at 76,200.68 and 23,824.10 respectively.

FIIs Post Single-Day Net Buy After 12-Month Sell Streak

FIIs recorded net inflows of Rs 4,859.07 crore on June 19, 2026, buying Rs 31,442.87 crore in equities even as the 12-month net-selling streak holds. A sustained monthly reversal, not a single session, is needed to end the trend.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Drop on Tech Slide

Futures tied to the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq fell before Monday's open as tech stocks slid and US-Iran nuclear talks showed signs of breaking down. The dual pressure from sector weakness and geopolitical risk is weighing on investor sentiment heading into the week.

Stocks Rebound as Iran and Israel Signal Pause

Global stocks bounced and oil prices pulled back after Iran and Israel both signaled a pause in hostilities, reducing fears of a wider regional conflict. Markets remain sensitive to any reversal, with oil especially exposed to disruption risk near the Strait of Hormuz.

US Stocks Hit Records on Strong Jobs Data

US stocks hit record highs after a strong jobs report outweighed concerns about rising oil prices. Healthy employment data boosted investor confidence in consumer spending and corporate earnings, offsetting fears that higher oil costs could pressure margins and inflation.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq Close at Record Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite closed at fresh record highs Wednesday, lifted in part by a pullback in oil prices. Reports that a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal may be near drove crude lower, easing energy cost pressures across markets.

Nifty 50 Clears 24,400; Eyes 25,000 Next

The Nifty 50 has broken above the 24,300, 24,400 resistance zone, a level analysts consider critical for sustaining bullish momentum. A confirmed hold above this range could open the path toward the 24,800, 25,000 target zone.

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Hit Record Highs

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both closed at record highs, lifted by strong corporate earnings. The gains reflect broad investor confidence, though the rally's staying power depends on whether earnings strength continues across more sectors.

S&P 500 Heads for Strongest Quarterly Profit Growth in Four Years

S&P 500 companies are on pace for their sharpest quarterly profit growth in four years, fuelled by strong results from the largest technology firms. Big Tech carries outsized index weight, so its earnings performance significantly lifts the blended growth rate for the whole index. The focus now shifts to whether profit gains are broad across sectors or concentrated in a few mega-cap names.

Iran Conflict Follows Historical Market Pattern

The U.S.-Iran conflict produced equity market volatility consistent with historical geopolitical shock patterns, with an initial drawdown followed by stabilization. Markets priced the event primarily through oil and credit channels rather than treating it as a structural economic disruption. The forward question is

Markets Hit Highs on Iran Hopes, Major Earnings

U.S. stocks hit new highs as Iran-related diplomatic optimism lifted sentiment, with Goldman Sachs, Netflix, and Taiwan Semiconductor earnings drawing focused investor attention. The rally reflected easing geopolitical pressure alongside key sector readouts in financials, streaming, and semiconductors. Market direction

Markets Look Beyond Iran War Risk This Week

Equity markets head into the week with Iran conflict risk as the primary pricing variable for traders and portfolio managers. Oil price movement and diplomatic developments are the leading indicators, with energy, defense, and rate-sensitive growth sectors most directly exposed.

Burry Finds $1.7 Trillion Earnings Illusion in Tech

Michael Burry identified a $1.7 trillion 'earnings illusion' in tech stocks after reviewing more than 1,000 reports, arguing that standard earnings metrics overstate the sector's true profitability. The claim raises repricing risk for large-cap tech positions anchored to consensus earnings multiples.

Forum Markets Surges 19% on Buyback Revival and Strategic Review

Forum Markets shares jumped 19% after its board revived a share buyback program and launched a strategic review. The dual announcement signals active pressure to unlock shareholder value, with buybacks mechanically supporting EPS and the review opening the door to asset sales or M&A.

Jio Platforms Files for India's Largest-Ever IPO

Jio Platforms, the digital and telecom arm of Reliance Industries, plans to file IPO documents next month in what could become India's largest-ever public offering. The listing would be the first by a major Reliance unit in nearly two decades, drawing intense institutional scrutiny given Jio's scale across mobile and

Jio Platforms IPO Filing Targets May Amid Market Delay

Reliance Industries is targeting a May filing of draft IPO papers for Jio Platforms, delaying from March to include full fiscal year earnings. The listing is expected to be India's largest-ever IPO, making the disclosed financials and valuation range a major market event.

Tesla Reclaims 50-Day Line, Watches For Buy Signal

Tesla's stock has reclaimed its 50-day moving average, a technical level closely tracked by institutional investors as a momentum indicator. The recovery is notable given recent pressure on the EV maker, but analysts suggest the stock is not yet at a formal buy point. A confirmed breakout above a key pivot on heavy

Microsoft Shares Rise on Analyst Expectation Reset

Microsoft shares gained after analysts reset their expectations for the company, easing investor concern. Analyst revisions at this scale can trigger index-linked fund rebalancing, magnifying the stock move. The next earnings report will test whether the new consensus holds.

Nasdaq Posts Longest Win Streak Since 1992

The Nasdaq Composite achieved its longest winning streak since 1992, extending a broad U.S. stock market recovery. The milestone reflects a sustained shift in institutional positioning toward technology and growth equities. Whether the rally holds will hinge on upcoming macro data and earnings signals.

Nasdaq 100 Jumps 5.9% on Hormuz Developments

The Nasdaq 100 surged 5.9% for the week following news related to the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route. Easing geopolitical risk at the Hormuz chokepoint tends to suppress oil price volatility and inflation expectations, supporting equity valuations particularly in technology. Traders will monitor crude

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Stocks bounce back, oil pares gains as Iran and Israel signal a pause

Global stocks bounced and oil prices pulled back after Iran and Israel both signaled a pause in hostilities, reducing fears of a wider regional conflict. Markets remain sensitive to any reversal, with oil especially exposed to disruption risk near the Strait of Hormuz.

21d ago · 3 min · Global Affairs

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post Record Highs on Solid Earnings

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both closed at record highs, lifted by strong corporate earnings. The gains reflect broad investor confidence, though the rally's staying power depends on whether earnings strength continues across more sectors.

1mo ago · 2 min · Markets

S&P 500 profit eyes sharpest quarterly growth in four years after Big Tech results

S&P 500 companies are on pace for their sharpest quarterly profit growth in four years, fuelled by strong results from the largest technology firms. Big Tech carries outsized index weight, so its earnings performance significantly lifts the blended growth rate for the whole index. The focus now shifts to whether profit gains are broad across sectors or concentrated in a few mega-cap names.

2mo ago · 2 min · Markets

The Iran War Went Pretty Much As History Predicted For Stock Market. What's Next?

The U.S.-Iran conflict produced equity market volatility consistent with historical geopolitical shock patterns, with an initial drawdown followed by stabilization. Markets priced the event primarily through oil and credit channels rather than treating it as a structural economic disruption. The forward question is

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Stock Market Week Ahead: Looking Beyond The Iran War

Equity markets head into the week with Iran conflict risk as the primary pricing variable for traders and portfolio managers. Oil price movement and diplomatic developments are the leading indicators, with energy, defense, and rate-sensitive growth sectors most directly exposed.

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Jio Platforms said to plan filing for IPO next month

Jio Platforms, the digital and telecom arm of Reliance Industries, plans to file IPO documents next month in what could become India's largest-ever public offering. The listing would be the first by a major Reliance unit in nearly two decades, drawing intense institutional scrutiny given Jio's scale across mobile and

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Mukesh Ambani’s Jio Platforms likely to file IPO papers in May

Reliance Industries is targeting a May filing of draft IPO papers for Jio Platforms, delaying from March to include full fiscal year earnings. The listing is expected to be India's largest-ever IPO, making the disclosed financials and valuation range a major market event.

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Tesla Regains 50-Day Line. Here's When The Stock Could Become Actionable.

Tesla's stock has reclaimed its 50-day moving average, a technical level closely tracked by institutional investors as a momentum indicator. The recovery is notable given recent pressure on the EV maker, but analysts suggest the stock is not yet at a formal buy point. A confirmed breakout above a key pivot on heavy

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Microsoft Stock Up After Analysts Reset Expectations

Microsoft shares gained after analysts reset their expectations for the company, easing investor concern. Analyst revisions at this scale can trigger index-linked fund rebalancing, magnifying the stock move. The next earnings report will test whether the new consensus holds.

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets

Market Indexes Surge: Nasdaq 100 Up 5.9% for the Week on Hormuz News

The Nasdaq 100 surged 5.9% for the week following news related to the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route. Easing geopolitical risk at the Hormuz chokepoint tends to suppress oil price volatility and inflation expectations, supporting equity valuations particularly in technology. Traders will monitor crude

2mo ago · 1 min · Markets