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Indian government bonds remained largely unchanged on Wednesday as crude oil price swings and ceasefire speculation created trading caution in fixed income markets.

The government has announced the appointment of KV Ramana Murty as a whole-time member of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for a three-year tenure, strengthening the regulatory body's leadership.

S&P Global raises India's FY27 GDP forecast to 7.1%, driven by robust domestic demand and technology sector strength. However, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pose inflationary risks through crude oil volatility.

The Indian rupee faced selling pressure from maturing non-deliverable forwards and foreign portfolio outflows on Wednesday, but RBI's timely intervention prevented a fresh record low.

Both MCX and NCDEX will observe closures on March 26, 2026, for Shri Ram Navami. Here's what traders need to know about commodity market timings and equity market shutdowns.

Bernstein cautions that escalating tensions in Iran could weaken the Indian rupee beyond 98 per USD and pressure the Nifty 50 index, citing vulnerability to energy price shocks.

Manappuram Finance [MANAPPURAM] shares jumped 7% following RBI approval for Bain Capital's open offer to acquire a 26% stake at ₹236 per share, commencing April 6.

The Indian stock market will remain closed on March 26, 2026, for Mahavir Jayanti, marking the first of three consecutive holidays in the upcoming trading week.

Crude oil prices experienced a sharp 7% decline on Wednesday amid signals of diplomatic progress between the US and Iran. Experts weigh in on whether further downside is possible in the near term.

Japan's Nikkei index posts its strongest weekly gain as geopolitical tensions ease following diplomatic developments in the Iran conflict, lifting Asian and global markets.

Allied Blenders & Distilleries [ALLIEDBLENDERS] faces mixed signals as it eyes Q4 growth recovery following a challenging Q3, with Telangana disruptions easing but Maharashtra demand concerns persisting.

United Spirits' landmark sale of Royal Challengers Bangalore for $1.8 billion has redefined IPL franchise valuations and sparked conversations about cricket as an alternative investment class in India.

Indian 10-year bond yields declined following a sharp selloff in crude oil prices, with Brent crude dropping nearly 5% to $99.60 per barrel amid easing US-Iran tensions and reduced inflation concerns.

Australian equities posted their strongest single-day performance in over a month, driven by cooler-than-expected inflation data and renewed hope for Middle East peace negotiations.

Zerodha is set to increase brokerage fees for derivatives traders from April 1, 2024. Traders unable to meet SEBI collateral norms will face doubled charges of ₹40 per order.

The Reserve Bank of India stepped in mid-week to support the rupee through state-run banks as heavy dollar demand from maturing non-deliverable forwards threatened to push the currency to fresh lows.

Bitcoin has reclaimed the $70,000 level, signaling potential upward momentum, yet technical analysts warn of insufficient volume support and lingering overhead resistance that could limit further gains.

Gold and silver prices climbed on MCX today as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and persistent inflation concerns drive investors toward safe-haven assets.

Market strategists warn that geopolitical tensions may not resolve quickly, potentially affecting Asian economies and central bank monetary policies. Investors are closely monitoring developments as global sentiment remains mixed.

Bank of Japan policymakers are signaling a shift toward rate hikes as inflation persists and wage growth accelerates. Here's what this means for your portfolio.