Gold prices dropped over 3% as escalating U.S.-Iran tensions fueled inflation and interest rate hike fears. Investors awaited key U.S. data, including the Producer Price Index, to gauge the Federal Reserve's monetary policy. Despite recent consolidation, inflation and central bank buying continue to support gold.
Wall Street's major indices declined as weakness in technology stocks and escalating US-Iran tensions overshadowed inflation data that met expectations. Investors reassessed AI-related valuations, while geopolitical risks and concerns over prolonged higher interest rates dampened overall market sentiment.
Gold and silver prices witnessed a sharp correction from recent highs, raising hopes of stronger jewellery demand. Industry experts expect wedding and festive purchases to improve after Adhik Maas ends, with lower prices encouraging buyers across urban and rural markets.
Indian equities lost momentum after a positive start, with Nifty closing lower and broader markets declining sharply. Investor caution ahead of US inflation data, profit booking and geopolitical concerns weighed on sentiment, while FMCG and private banking stocks offered some support.
Domestic equities ended lower amid global uncertainty and caution ahead of key US inflation data. Despite market weakness, analysts remain bullish on Akums Drugs and Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC after strong technical breakouts, rising volumes and improving momentum indicators.
Goldman Sachs India Equity Portfolio bought shares worth Rs 49.82 crore in CMR Green Technologies on its listing day, which saw a 43% premium. Despite investor optimism, analysts advise caution and partial profit booking amid high valuations.
Zee Entertainment is all set to gather 23 billion rupees to fuel its ambitious business strategies, following a significant win in securing the broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in India.
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