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Major Wall Street brokerages have delayed their expectations for U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts as high energy prices and a strong labour market keep inflation concerns elevated. BofA now expects no rate cuts in 2026, forecasting easing only in mid-2027, while Goldman Sachs has pushed its expected start of rate cuts from September to December 2026.
PVR INOX shares dipped despite a return to profitability in the March quarter, reporting a net profit of Rs 187 crore. Strong performance from blockbuster films supported earnings recovery, with revenue rising 26% year-on-year. Analysts remain divided, with some maintaining 'Buy' ratings and others a 'Neutral' stance, citing content pipeline and occupancy sensitivities.
Fixed income markets face complexity as global and domestic forces necessitate a defensive stance, particularly on duration. The RBI's ability to lower rates is constrained by external pressures, leading to a widening gap between policy and market yields. Bandhan AMC has shifted to an underweight duration position, reducing exposure to long-duration government securities.
Global investors returned strongly to emerging markets in April, with $58.3 billion in inflows after March’s $66.2 billion outflow, driven mainly by debt markets. According to IIF, easing geopolitical tensions and stabilising conditions restored risk appetite, though concerns remain over energy costs and whether the rebound is sustainable.
Goldman Sachs has identified twelve stocks for investors looking at the medium term. These companies are expected to perform well as foreign investor sentiment improves. The list includes prominent names like Paytm and Swiggy. Foreign ownership in these selected stocks has decreased, and they are trading at attractive valuations.
Nobel Hygiene, a hygiene products manufacturer backed by Quadria Capital, is exploring an initial public offering in India that could raise up to $300 million. The company has begun preliminary discussions with investment banks regarding a potential listing. The proposed IPO may involve both new share issuance and secondary sales by existing investors.
Indian stock markets opened lower as the rupee hit a fresh lifetime low, influenced by elevated oil prices and US President Trump's rejection of Iran's peace proposal. The Sensex and Nifty extended losses, with IT stocks among the top decliners, reflecting broad bearish sentiment amid global uncertainties and FII selling.
Gold and silver prices rose on MCX Tuesday as investors turned cautious ahead of key U.S. inflation data. Weakening hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal lifted crude oil prices, fuelling concerns that persistent inflation could keep global interest rates higher for longer.
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) reported a 15% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 600 crore for Q4 FY26, despite a 36% sequential decline. Revenue also saw a year-on-year increase but a sequential dip. The company acknowledged the impact of the Iran-US war on its operations, particularly in Dubai.
Reliance Jio may change its IPO plan. Instead of existing investors selling shares, it could be a fresh issue. This means money goes directly into Jio Platforms for debt reduction and expansion. This move could restore investor faith in large Indian IPOs. It might set a new standard for future mega listings. The market will watch this development closely.
Asserting that fuel conservation can ease nation's burden amid surge in fuel prices across the world, the ministry highlighted the prime minister's appeal to the nation on Sunday, May 10, in Hyderabad.
The rupee has reached its lowest point ever against the US dollar. This decline is driven by investor concerns over escalating conflict in the Middle East. The situation has led to a surge in oil prices. This development poses economic challenges for India, which imports most of its energy needs. The rupee's new low reflects these growing worries.
CBS News reports that Iran dispatched military aircraft, including a surveillance plane, to Pakistan's Nur Khan Air Base days after the April ceasefire with the US, potentially shielding them from American airstrikes. Pakistan has denied the claim.
On May 11, five Nifty500 stocks closed over 2% below their VWAP levels, indicating rising bearish pressure. A close below the volume-weighted average price suggests stocks ended the session weaker than their average traded price, reflecting increased selling interest, deteriorating intraday sentiment, and possible short-term weakness in select market counters.
Five stocks from the Nifty500 universe appeared in the RSI Trending Up scan on May 11 after showing strengthening momentum. The RSI indicator crossed above 50 from lower levels, signalling improving price strength, positive sentiment, and possible short-term buying opportunities for traders tracking bullish technical setups and momentum-based indicators across sectors.
Petrol and diesel prices remained largely unchanged across major Indian cities on 12 May even as concerns over energy security continue to grow amid the escalating West Asia conflict.
