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Oil steady as markets consider possible U.S.-Iran de-escalation, firm dollar

On Tuesday, oil prices held steady amid positive developments regarding U.S.-Iran relations, which are invigorating market sentiments. The strength of the U.S. dollar adds an additional layer to this stability. In an important diplomatic shift, India has announced a new trade deal with the U.S.

3 Feb 2026 7:44 am
Avanti Feeds, Apex Frozen, other shrimp stocks in focus as India-US sign trade deal

Indian shrimp companies are set for strong buying after a trade deal with the US. Tariffs on Indian exports to the US have been cut to 18% from 50%. This move removes a major concern for foreign investors. The agreement is expected to boost Indian markets and unlock opportunities for cooperation between the two nations.

3 Feb 2026 7:43 am
Japan's Nikkei jumps 3% as precious metals sell-off pauses

In a remarkable turn of events, Japan's Nikkei index experienced a 3% rise on Tuesday, showcasing resilience after Monday's downturn. A ceasefire in precious metal sell-offs contributed to this recovery, coupled with encouraging performances from US and European equities which helped lift investor spirits. Strong US factory activity figures indicated solid economic footing, leading to an upswing in Japanese shares.

3 Feb 2026 7:36 am
A rookie traders rapid 84% wipeout shows the depth of Chinas gold bust

Chinese traders, from homemakers to hedge funds, experienced significant losses after a rapid market reversal in precious metals. A 42-year-old homemaker lost 84% of her investment in less than a week due to leveraged futures positions. The sharp decline in gold and silver, triggered by factors including US Federal Reserve nomination, caught many speculators off guard.

3 Feb 2026 7:36 am
Gold rebounds more than 3% after sharp selloff

Tuesday witnessed a notable rally in gold prices, climbing more than 3 percent after a brief decline that brought them to a near one-month low. Observers attribute this rebound to the anticipation of a quieter market week, given the partial U.S. government shutdown and the absence of major economic indicators.

3 Feb 2026 7:34 am
Dollar holds gains on economic data, Fed bets; Aussie advances before RBA

On this Tuesday, the dollar is holding its ground, bolstered by encouraging US economic indicators and shifting perspectives on Federal Reserve policies. Fears of a potential government shutdown are taking a back seat. Meanwhile, the Australian dollar is on the rise in anticipation of an interest rate hike from its central bank. In contrast, the yen is experiencing a downturn.

3 Feb 2026 7:28 am
Gokaldas Exports, Welspun Living, other textile stocks in focus on India-US trade deal

Indian textile stocks are poised for gains following a new trade deal with the US, which lowers tariffs on Indian exports to 18%. This move significantly benefits companies heavily reliant on the US market, removing a key overhang that had impacted foreign investor sentiment and overall market performance.

3 Feb 2026 7:21 am
Crypto market volatility triggers $2.5 billion in bitcoin liquidations

In a turbulent turn of events, Bitcoin enthusiasts endured a collective loss of $2.56 billion recently. The cryptocurrency market, alongside riskier assets such as stocks and precious metals, buckled under heavy selling pressure. Heightened anxiety over the evolving AI landscape combined with various external market challenges rattled investor confidence.

3 Feb 2026 7:18 am
Rupee surges in NDF trading after US-India trade deal

Rupee surges in NDF trading after US-India trade deal

3 Feb 2026 7:12 am
FPI investments in primary market nearly halve in FY26

Foreign investors reduced selling in Indian stocks this fiscal year. However, their investment in initial public offerings and qualified institutional placements also dropped significantly. This trend suggests a waning interest in Indian equities. Meanwhile, domestic mutual funds continued their strong support with consistent inflows, remaining net buyers throughout the period.

3 Feb 2026 7:11 am
Rupee, stocks to get tariff-truce boost, investors say

US President Trump announced a significant reduction in tariffs on Indian goods, lowering them from 25% to 18%. This move, linked to India's agreement to halt Russian oil purchases, is expected to strengthen the rupee and boost Indian stocks. Strategists anticipate positive impacts across various asset classes and export-oriented sectors.

3 Feb 2026 7:03 am
SGBs lose tax glitter after Budget 2026, tumble 8-10%

Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) experienced a significant drop of 8-10% as investors shied away from the secondary market following the government's withdrawal of tax benefits on capital gains at maturity. This move, coupled with falling gold prices, has prompted wealth managers to advise investors to re-evaluate their investment strategies.

3 Feb 2026 6:48 am
Stock markets over 1% bounceback reflects clarity on tax

Indian stock markets bounced back on Monday. The Nifty and Sensex recovered from budget day losses. This rebound followed a global sell-off in commodities and precious metals. Short covering and easing concerns over a securities transaction tax hike supported the market. Auto sales and falling crude oil prices also boosted sentiment. Foreign investors sold shares, while domestic investors bought them.

3 Feb 2026 6:41 am
US trade deal win may spark foreign buying rush in Indian stocks

Indian stocks are set to outperform Asian markets. A new trade deal with the US has removed a major concern for investors. This agreement is expected to bring back foreign capital. The Indian rupee may also see support. Early market reactions show optimism for the upcoming trading sessions. Investors are looking forward to potential growth in Indian equities.

3 Feb 2026 6:34 am
Stocks in news: RIL, Adani Enterprises, Bajaj Housing, PB Fintech

Indian markets showed resilience, recovering some Budget-day losses. Several key companies are under the spotlight today. Bajaj Finance and Adani Enterprises will announce their third-quarter results. RIL faces a legal challenge from the government. Eicher Motors reported strong January sales. Lupin launched a generic cancer drug in the US. Investors watch these developments closely.

3 Feb 2026 6:25 am
Gift Nifty surges over 700 pts; here's the trading setup for the day

Indian stock markets saw a significant recovery on Monday. The Nifty gained approximately 400 points from its lowest point, closing at 25,088. Analysts anticipate continued positive market momentum in the short term. Global market trends and company earnings will influence individual stock movements. Foreign investors were net sellers, while domestic institutional investors also sold shares.

3 Feb 2026 6:20 am
Asian stocks climb with metals as volatility eases

Asian stocks climbed Tuesday, recovering from recent volatility in gold and silver. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose over 1% as precious metals rebounded and Nasdaq 100 futures gained on a strong sales outlook from Palantir. Positive US factory activity data boosted sentiment, signaling a potential manufacturing recovery.

3 Feb 2026 6:11 am
S&P 500 flirts with record high; chipmakers and small caps jump

The S&P 500 closed higher, driven by gains in AI-related chipmakers and tech giants like Alphabet and Amazon. Smaller companies also saw significant gains, with the Russell 2000 outperforming major indices. Positive economic fundamentals and strong earnings, particularly in technology, fueled investor confidence despite concerns over tech valuations.

3 Feb 2026 6:04 am
India-US trade deal: 800-point GIFT Nifty surge sets tone for strong Tuesday opening; 20 stocks in focus

India and the US have announced a trade deal, reducing reciprocal tariffs to 18% and easing concerns that have impacted Indian markets. This development is expected to trigger a strong opening on Dalal Street, with export-oriented sectors poised to benefit from improved competitiveness and reduced costs.

3 Feb 2026 12:09 am
GIFT Nifty soars nearly 600 points on announcement of India-US trade deal

The surge in GIFT Nifty came following the news that India and the US agreed to a trade deal. Donald Trump, on his Truth Social platform, said that he spoke with Prime Minister Modi about trade and ending the war in Ukraine and that the new deal reduces US tariffs to 18%.

2 Feb 2026 10:51 pm
Tata Chemicals Q3 Results: Consolidated net loss widens to Rs 93 crore

Tata Chemicals reported a wider consolidated net loss of Rs 93 crore for the December quarter, impacted by oversupplied soda ash markets and low export prices. Despite these headwinds, the company's standalone performance showed resilience, and it announced the acquisition of Novabay Pte. Limited to bolster its specialty chemicals business.

2 Feb 2026 10:10 pm
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Q3 loss widens to Rs 375 crore

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank reported a significant widening of its net loss to Rs 375 crore in the third quarter, a substantial increase from Rs 168 crore in the previous year. The bank also experienced an operational loss of Rs 44 crore, contrasting with a profit in the prior year.

2 Feb 2026 10:01 pm
Chalet Hotels Q3 Results: Net profit up 28% at Rs 124 crore

Chalet Hotels reported a robust third quarter with a 28.5% year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs 124 crore and a 27.1% rise in revenue to Rs 581.6 crore. The company's EBITDA grew by 29% to Rs 272.6 crore, driven by strong traction in key operating metrics and double-digit RevPAR expansion.

2 Feb 2026 9:35 pm
Fed chair nominee Warsh may want smaller Fed holdings, but that's not easy to do

Kevin Warsh, tapped to become the next Federal Reserve chair, may want to significantly contract the central bank's multi-trillion-dollar balance sheet, but experts agree that financial realities strongly indicate accomplishing this goal will be difficult and slow, if it can be done at all.

2 Feb 2026 9:22 pm
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday

Markets rebounded after volatility triggered by the STT hike and higher borrowing plans, aided by policy continuity and falling crude prices. Analysts warn sentiment remains cautious below the 200-day average, advising selling rallies despite medium-term confidence amid global tensions ongoing.

2 Feb 2026 9:18 pm
Disney shares slump as fewer international visitors come to its US theme parks

Warner Bros Discovery is likely to hold a shareholder vote on the $82.7 billion deal to sell its streaming and studio assets to Netflix in March, CNBC reported on Monday.

2 Feb 2026 9:13 pm
Warner Bros' shareholders likely to hold vote on Netflix deal in March: Report

Warner Bros Discovery is likely to hold a shareholder vote on the $82.7 billion deal to sell its streaming and studio assets to Netflix in March, CNBC reported on Monday.

2 Feb 2026 8:43 pm
US manufacturing rebounds in January amid strong order growth

U.S. factory activity grew for the first time in a year in January, with new orders rebounding sharply, but manufacturing is still not out of the woods as import tariffs raised raw material prices and strained supply chains.

2 Feb 2026 8:39 pm
Oracle shares rise as $50 billion raise eases data-center funding fears

Oracle shares gained 2.5% on Monday after Wall Street analysts said the software company's $50 billion fundraising plan allays worries over its ability to finance a massive data-center expansion with OpenAI.

2 Feb 2026 8:20 pm
US stocks open lower as commodity rout rattles markets

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Monday, as a violent selloff in precious metals unsettled investors at the start of a week packed with corporate earnings and major economic data.

2 Feb 2026 8:06 pm
Market Trading Guide: Buy Bajaj Consumer, Delhivery, 3 more stocks on Tuesday for up to 10% potential upside

Nifty surged after the Budget-day slump, led by auto, energy, and metals. Analysts caution broader trend remains weak below 200-DMA, advising cautious trading and selective stock entries.

2 Feb 2026 7:30 pm
Govt mulls stake sale in LIC via FPO in next financial year

The government is actively considering further reducing its stake in insurance behemoth LIC through a public offering in the next financial year, Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju said on Monday.

2 Feb 2026 7:18 pm
Hyundai Motor India posts steady profit growth as SUV demand rises

Hyundai Motor India reported a 6.3% net profit increase to Rs 1,194.9 crore in Q3FY26, driven by strong SUV sales, rural demand, operational efficiency, and positive effects of GST 2.0 and tax cuts.

2 Feb 2026 7:04 pm
Awfis Q3 Results: Profit rises 43% to Rs 21 crore

Real estate firm Awfis Space Solutions Ltd on Monday reported a 43 per cent increase in its consolidated net profit to Rs 21.65 crore in the quarter ended December.

2 Feb 2026 6:19 pm
UPL Ltd Q3 Results: Profit slumps 43% to Rs 490 crore on high base effect

UPL Ltd on Monday posted a 43 per cent drop in consolidated net profit to Rs 490 crore for the December quarter on higher base effect.

2 Feb 2026 6:01 pm
Bajaj Housing Q3 Results: PAT jumps 21% YoY to Rs 665 crore, NII rises 15%

Bajaj Housing Finance posted a strong Q3FY26, with net profit rising 21% and NII up 19%. Healthy loan and AUM growth, controlled costs and stable asset quality supported earnings, despite a one-time gratuity-related exceptional charge.

2 Feb 2026 5:35 pm
Ather Energy Q3 Results: Loss narrows as sales rise on festive demand

Indian e-scooter manufacturer Ather Energy posted a narrower quarterly loss on Monday, helped by a jump in sales during the year-end festive period.

2 Feb 2026 5:22 pm
US stock futures slide as commodity rout rattles markets

U.S. stock index futures fell on Monday, as a violent selloff in precious metals unsettled investors at the start of a week packed with corporate earnings and major economic data.

2 Feb 2026 5:19 pm
Gainers & Losers: Power Grid and Latent View among 5 top movers on Monday

Indian markets rebounded sharply after the Budget-day plunge. Autos, metals and energy led gains, while action was seen in Power Grid, Latent View, Sundaram Finance & others.

2 Feb 2026 5:00 pm
Watch out! Promoters reduce stakes in 12 stocks during December quarter

Promoter shareholding declined across 12 Nifty 500 stocks during the December 2025 quarter, according to StockEdge data. While stake reductions may reflect strategic or fundraising decisions, such moves are closely tracked by investors for signals on promoter confidence and alignment with minority shareholders.

2 Feb 2026 4:05 pm
Rupee shored up by RBI intervention, swaps cushion liquidity as bonds sell off

The Indian rupee logged its best single-day gain in over a month on Monday, boosted by likely dollar sales by the central bank and modest inflows that dulled the spillover from global market volatility.

2 Feb 2026 4:02 pm
Bajaj Finance Q3 Preview: NII, profit seen growing 20% YoY on steady loan demand

Bajaj Finance is expected to post a steady Q3FY26, with brokers forecasting around 21% NII and 20% PAT growth. Strong loan expansion, stable margins, easing credit costs and healthy asset quality should support earnings despite slower growth in some segments.

2 Feb 2026 3:52 pm
Gold volatility tops Bitcoin in wildest price swings since 2008

Gold's volatility has surged past Bitcoin's, reaching its highest level since the 2008 financial crisis. This dramatic shift follows a significant price plunge after a rapid rally, driven by economic uncertainty and geopolitical concerns. Despite this, gold remains a stronger safe-haven asset, outperforming Bitcoin over the past year.

2 Feb 2026 3:44 pm
Sensex adds 943 points, Nifty above 25,000 after Budget-day rout. Key factors behind the stock market rally today

The rebound came despite proposals to raise transaction taxes on derivatives and the absence of fresh measures aimed at drawing foreign investment. The BSE Sensex rose 943.5 points, or 1.17%, to close at 81,666.46, while the Nifty 50 advanced 261 points, or 1.06%, to 25,088.4.

2 Feb 2026 3:43 pm
Power Grid shares surge 7% after PSU power company raises FY26 capex guidance to Rs 32,000 crore

Power Grid shares saw a sharp surge on Monday after the PSU raised its FY26 capex guidance to Rs 32,000 crore and increased capitalisation targets, signalling strong execution visibility. The company posted an 8% YoY rise in Q3 net profit to Rs 4,185 crore, with revenue up 10% and expenses moderating sequentially.

2 Feb 2026 3:43 pm
Nithin Kamath warns STT hike may not curb F&O speculation, instead hits trading volumes

Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath criticised the STT hike on equity derivatives, saying it wont curb speculation as most activity is in options. He warned higher taxes could hurt futures volumes, liquidity and price discovery, and suggested suitability norms as a better solution.

2 Feb 2026 3:36 pm
Union Budget 2026: Building confidence, capacity and the next growth chapter

Union Budget 2026 outlines a confident and fiscally disciplined growth roadmap, with emphasis on sunrise sectors, infrastructure, digital capacity and inclusive development. The Budget aims to deepen capital markets, strengthen manufacturing, empower women entrepreneurs and improve urban funding, while maintaining macroeconomic stability and supporting long term, resilient growth.

2 Feb 2026 3:26 pm
Bullion bloodbath! Silver prices crumble 41%, gold dips over 25% in 3 days. Time for a turnaround?

Gold and silver prices extended a sharp correction after a speculative, momentum-driven rally, pressured by profit-taking, a stronger dollar, rising US yields and higher global margins. Analysts say the broader trend remains bullish, with current declines seen as consolidation rather than reversal, offering selective accumulation opportunities amid near-term volatility.

2 Feb 2026 3:20 pm
SGBs plunge 10% on NSE after Budget 2026 ends capital gains tax exemption from April 1

Sovereign Gold Bond prices plunged on the NSE after the government withdrew capital gains tax exemption for bonds bought in the secondary market. The Budget 2026 move restricts tax-free gains only to original RBI subscribers holding SGBs till maturity, triggering sharp selloffs across multiple bond series and raising concerns among retail investors.

2 Feb 2026 3:07 pm