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Rupee climbs to 95.64 against US dollar; Iran sanctions, crude prices in focus

August 24, 2026

The rupee began the trading day on a stronger note against the US dollar, appreciating by seven paise to 95.64. Nonetheless, concerns over geopolitical tensions and steady demand from importers curbed significant gains. Compounded by elevated Brent crude prices, the rupee traded cautiously. Investors are particularly attentive to anticipated sanctions impacting Iran’s oil sector. Notably,...

Stocks to buy: What's the outlook for Nifty for August 24-August 28 week? Check list of top stock recommendations

August 24, 2026

Stock market recommendations: Viyash Scientific, and AU Small Finance Bank – have been picked as the top stocks to buy on August 24, 2026 by Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities.

81-year-old mother allegedly forced to leave house: SC restores son's eviction under Senior Citizens Act

August 24, 2026

A Bench of Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe set aside the Allahabad High Court’s orders holding that authorities under the 2007 Act had no power to order eviction.

‘75% global trade will be covered’: India negotiating trade deals with 8-9 more groups of countries

August 24, 2026

Speaking to business representatives from India and Japan, Goyal said India has a sizeable domestic market while also opening itself to the global economy through nine free trade agreements signed over the past four years.

Gold, silver prices likely to extend gains next week as investors await US data

August 23, 2026

Gold and silver prices are poised for further gains next week. Investors await crucial US inflation and economic data releases. Geopolitical developments in West Asia will also influence market sentiment. Domestic gold and silver futures saw significant increases this past week. Global bullion prices mirrored this upward trend, supported by liquidity measures.

$40tn debt, $1.8tn deficit: Why US fiscal strain is worrying global markets

August 23, 2026

US public debt has now surpassed forty trillion dollars, and the fiscal deficit continues to widen. Rising Treasury yields are emerging as a key market risk, potentially pressuring equities. Government spending has surged while receipts have declined, compounding financial pressures. Interest payments have become a major federal budget burden, surpassing Medicare spending. This fiscal backdrop...

Market recap: Rs 87,960 crore wiped off four top-10 firms; Airtel bears biggest loss

August 23, 2026

Dalal Street faced a setback last week, closing lower with four prominent companies witnessing significant depreciation in market value. Notably, Bharti Airtel and TCS experienced the steepest declines, which affected overall market confidence. The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, reflected this trend by finishing lower. In contrast, LIC and Reliance Industries achieved gains in their...

Dalal Street outlook: Markets seek recovery after two-week slide

August 23, 2026

Following a recent downturn, Indian equity markets may enter a phase of stabilization this week. Fluctuations in crude oil prices and updates on the US-Iran situation are expected to shape investor sentiment. Additionally, all eyes will be on the upcoming Jackson Hole symposium for signals regarding US Federal Reserve interest rates. Recent US economic metrics...

FPIs turn buyers again: Foreign investors pour Rs 23,544 crore into Indian equities in August

August 23, 2026

In August, foreign portfolio investors made a notable comeback to Indian equities, infusing a substantial Rs 23,544 crore. This resurgence follows earlier trends where significant amounts were pulled out. Positive quarterly earnings and a stable rupee have rekindled enthusiasm for Indian stocks. Nonetheless, yearly outflows remain high, and crude oil prices along with geopolitical tensions...

Trump tariffs: What India can learn from Canada’s failed trade talks with US

August 23, 2026

Ottawa said it would introduce “dollar-for-dollar” retaliatory tariffs from September 8. The move brought an end to talks that had started on February 1, 2025, after the first round of new US tariffs was imposed.

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Rupee climbs to 95.64 against US dollar; Iran sanctions, crude prices in focus

Stocks to buy: What's the outlook for Nifty for August 24-August 28 week? Check list of top stock recommendations

81-year-old mother allegedly forced to leave house: SC restores son's eviction under Senior Citizens Act

‘75% global trade will be covered’: India negotiating trade deals with 8-9 more groups of countries

Gold, silver prices likely to extend gains next week as investors await US data

$40tn debt, $1.8tn deficit: Why US fiscal strain is worrying global markets

Market recap: Rs 87,960 crore wiped off four top-10 firms; Airtel bears biggest loss

Dalal Street outlook: Markets seek recovery after two-week slide

FPIs turn buyers again: Foreign investors pour Rs 23,544 crore into Indian equities in August

Trump tariffs: What India can learn from Canada’s failed trade talks with US

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