Sensex jumps over 500 points, Nifty above 24,200 led by financials; Mideast tensions cap gains
Sensex rose over 500 points and Nifty crossed 24,200 on Wednesday after US inflation data eased global rate concerns, boosting financial and consumer stocks. IT stocks including TCS and Infosys fell, while rising Middle East tensions and a jump in India VIX capped broader gains.
1mo ago · 3 min · Markets
US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years, keeping Fed hike in play
US inflation hit 4.1% in May 2026, its highest level in three years, driven by rising energy prices, keeping a Federal Reserve rate hike in September firmly on the table. Consumer spending rose on tax refunds and a stock market rally, while business investment in AI equipment also rebounded.
2mo ago · 3 min · Economy
Inflation topped 4% in May as CPI surged to highest level in 3 years
U.S. consumer prices rose at a 4.2% annual rate in May, the fastest pace in three years, driven by a spike in energy costs. The reading puts pressure on the Federal Reserve to respond, with potential knock-on effects for interest rates, borrowing costs, and household purchasing power.
2mo ago · 3 min · Economy
US inflation hits 3-year high in May as Middle East conflict raises prices of gas, energy products
US inflation rose to a three-year high in May, driven by surging gas and energy prices tied to the Middle East conflict. The reading complicates the Federal Reserve's path toward cutting interest rates and keeps pressure on household budgets.
2mo ago · 3 min · Economy
US Stock Market Today | Dow Jones | Nasdaq Live: Wall St set for muted open as investors assess inflation data, Mideast peace prospects
Wall Street was set for a muted open as investors processed the latest inflation data and monitored Middle East peace signals. Neither input provided a strong enough catalyst to move the Dow or Nasdaq decisively in either direction.
3mo ago · 3 min · Markets
Iran war hits home as gasoline prices fuel significant U.S. inflation jump
U.S. consumer prices rose 3.8% year over year in April 2025, up sharply from 3.3% in March, driven by gasoline prices linked to the Iran conflict. The acceleration complicates Federal Reserve rate-cut plans and raises borrowing costs for households and businesses.
3mo ago · 4 min · Economy
US inflation jumps to 3.8% as energy costs surge from Iran war
US inflation rose to 3.8% in April, its highest since May 2023, as energy costs surged due to the Iran conflict. The jump complicates Federal Reserve plans to cut interest rates and raises costs for consumers and borrowers.
3mo ago · 3 min · Economy
Trump goes to China, inflation comes to America: What to watch this week
Trump's visit to China and a key U.S. inflation report are the two biggest market movers to watch this week. Trade signals from Beijing could affect tariffs and supply chains, while the inflation data will influence the Federal Reserve's rate-cut timeline.
3mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs
US Fed official says rate hikes may be needed if inflation surges
Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said further US interest rate hikes "could be warranted" if the Middle East conflict worsens inflation, likely through higher energy prices. The comments push back against market expectations of rate cuts and signal the Fed remains open to tightening if price pressures resurface.
3mo ago · 2 min · Economy