Jio Financial Services shares in focus as firm likely to venture into life, general insurance business in 2026
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jio-financial-services-shares-in-focus-as-firm-likely-to-venture-into-life-general-insurance-business-in-2026/articleshow/129890717.cms

Jio Financial Services aims to launch general and life insurance businesses by 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, following its entry into the reinsurance sector. The company is currently focused on secured lending to prime customers and distributing third-party unsecured products, with no immediate plans for unsecured or consumer durable lending.

Post-March washout, Nifty’s positive April seasonality faces formidable headwinds from war, rupee & energy risks
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/post-march-washout-niftys-positive-april-seasonality-faces-formidable-headwinds-from-war-rupee-energy-risks/articleshow/129890799.cms

Indian stocks face headwinds in April due to the Iran-Israel conflict, FII outflows, and a weakening rupee. Despite a historically positive April for the Nifty, driven by domestic buying, current technicals suggest persistent downside pressure. FIIs have been net sellers, influenced by global risk-off sentiment.

Hindalco Share Price Live Updates: Hindalco Sees Price Increase Exceeding 5%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-liveblog/hindalco-share-price-live-updates-30-mar-2026/liveblog/129890840.cms

IndusInd Bank Share Price Live Updates: Disclosures under Reg. 29(1) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-liveblog/indusind-bank-share-price-live-updates-30-mar-2026/liveblog/129890971.cms

Sensex crashes 1,300 pts, Nifty below 22,450: Brent near $120/bbl among 5 key factors behind today's Rs 8 lakh crore D-St rout
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/sensex-crashes-1100-pts-nifty-below-22500-oil-prices-near-120-among-5-key-factors-behind-todays-d-st-fall/articleshow/129890727.cms

Indian stock markets experienced a sharp decline on Monday. The Sensex and Nifty saw significant drops, wiping out substantial market capitalisation. This downturn was driven by escalating tensions between Iran and the US-Israel, which fueled a rally in oil prices. Major banking and financial stocks were among the top losers.

Bank stocks fall up to 3% as RBI forex clampdown sparks Rs 4,000 crore loss fears
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/bank-stocks-fall-up-to-3-as-rbi-forex-clampdown-sparks-rs-4000-crore-loss-fear/articleshow/129891409.cms

Banking stocks fell up to 3% after RBI imposed stricter forex position limits, raising concerns over potential mark-to-market losses of Rs 4,000 crore. Analysts warn unwinding large arbitrage trades could hit Q4 earnings, though some market participants believe earlier gains may offset part of the impact.

Jefferies screams buy on HDFC Bank, says valuation attractive after 25% dip
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/jefferies-screams-buy-on-hdfc-bank-says-valuation-attractive-after-25-dip/articleshow/129891618.cms

Jefferies maintains a bullish outlook on HDFC Bank, deeming its current valuation attractive after a significant stock decline. Despite recent concerns, the brokerage reiterates its 'Buy' rating, citing strong fundamentals and growth prospects. They believe the market has overreacted to governance issues, presenting a compelling investment opportunity with substantial upside potential.

$12 billion bloodbath! March marks India's worst-ever FII exodus as war fears trigger panic selling
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/12-billion-bloodbath-march-marks-indias-worst-ever-fii-exodus-as-war-fears-trigger-panic-selling/articleshow/129896255.cms

Stock Market Crash: Foreign institutional investors have orchestrated a record exodus from Indian equities, withdrawing over $12 billion in March alone. This unprecedented selloff, driven by escalating Gulf war crude prices and a depreciating rupee, has triggered market downgrades and concerns about India's growth outlook.

FIIs back 11 stocks for 3 straight quarters of FY26; 7 turn multibaggers
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/fiis-back-11-stocks-for-3-straight-quarters-of-fy26-7-turn-multibaggers/slideshow/129896784.cms

Foreign institutional investors have steadily raised stakes in several Indian companies through FY26, signalling conviction despite market volatility. Eleven such stocks delivered returns between 70% and 1,500%, with seven turning multibaggers. The trend highlights how tracking FII activity can help identify outperformers even during broader market corrections.

Commodity Radar: Despite gold's Rs 55,000 fall from peak, only limited upside and not a breakaway rally seen: Here's why
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/commodity-radar-despite-golds-rs-55000-fall-from-peak-only-limited-upside-and-not-a-breakaway-rally-seen-heres-why/articleshow/129897375.cms

Gold prices saw a relief rally on Monday, gaining Rs 2,000 per 10 gram after a massive 27% correction from lifetime highs. While geopolitical tensions offer support, rising crude prices and delayed US Fed rate cuts suggest only a limited recovery rather than a fresh breakaway rally for the metal.

Bajaj Finserv, HDFC Bank among 7 Sensex stocks that hit 52-week lows; slip up to 18% in a month
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/bajaj-finserv-hdfc-bank-among-7-sensex-stocks-that-hit-52-week-lows-slip-up-to-18-in-a-month/slideshow/129899488.cms

Investors lose Rs 1.34 lakh cr in FY26 as Sensex slumps 7%, Nifty ends 5% lower; PSU banks shine
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/investors-lose-rs-1-34-lakh-cr-in-fy26-as-sensex-slumps-7-nifty-ends-5-lower-psu-banks-shine/articleshow/129900785.cms

Indian markets ended FY26 in the red amid global uncertainty and domestic pressures, with Nifty falling over 5% and Sensex declining 7%. Persistent foreign outflows, weak earnings, high valuations, and a weakening rupee kept sentiment subdued, while escalating tensions involving Iran further worsened the outlook by driving up energy prices and dampening hopes of US rate cuts.

No one knows which asset class will do well. Nithin Kamath tells what 99% investors should do
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/no-one-knows-which-asset-class-will-do-well-nithin-kamath-tells-what-99-investors-should-do/articleshow/129901985.cms

Nithin Kamath says predicting winning asset classes is futile, urging investors to diversify and stay invested long-term amid volatility. Weak markets, foreign outflows, rising oil prices and currency pressures are keeping sentiment fragile and downside risks elevated in near term.

Bank FD tally in Q3 falls to 2-year low, total deposit base growth also slips
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/bank-fd-tally-in-q3-falls-to-2-year-low-total-deposit-base-growth-also-slips/articleshow/129913839.cms

Bank fixed deposit growth slowed to a two-year low in the December quarter. Private banks led deposit collection. This slowdown may increase funding costs for lenders. However, current and savings account deposits saw improved growth. Experts predict a shift back to fixed deposits due to geopolitical events.

Bank stocks fall as Street factors in lower profits
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/bank-stocks-fall-as-street-factors-in-lower-profits/articleshow/129913869.cms

Indian banks experienced a significant slump on Monday following the RBI's directive to curb net-positioning to support the rupee. The Bank Nifty retreated 3.8%, with all constituents losing value. These new regulations, effective April 10, restrict lenders' forex positions, potentially impacting near-term profits and causing short-term volatility.

RBI allows SFBs to lend to MIs, sets fresh LTV ratio norms
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/rbi-allows-sfbs-to-lend-to-mis-sets-fresh-ltv-ratio-norms/articleshow/129913893.cms

The Reserve Bank of India has permitted small finance banks to extend credit to capital market intermediaries. New loan-to-value ratio guidelines have been established for lending against financial assets, including eligible securities. The LTV ceiling for listed shares and convertible debt remains at 60%.

RBI defers capital market exposure norms to July 1
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/rbi-defers-capital-market-exposure-norms-to-july-1/articleshow/129913905.cms

The Reserve Bank of India has postponed new capital market exposure rules. The implementation date is now July 1, 2026. Banks issuing payment commitments to stock exchange clearing corporations will see eased capital adequacy requirements. Capital will only be held on the portion classified as capital market exposure. These changes follow updates to the central bank's credit facilities framework.

Brokerages turn bullish on HDFC Bank after sharp 26% correction
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/brokerages-turn-bullish-on-hdfc-bank-after-sharp-26-correction/articleshow/129913926.cms

JP Morgan and Jefferies have upgraded HDFC Bank, citing attractive valuations after a significant share price decline. Both brokerages see a favorable risk-reward, with JP Morgan highlighting a strong core franchise and Jefferies pointing to potential re-rating catalysts like board clarity and CEO term rollover.

Dubai unveils fiscal package to bolster businesses
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/dubai-unveils-fiscal-package-to-bolster-businesses/articleshow/129914031.cms

Dubai has unveiled a significant AED 1 billion fiscal package to bolster businesses, especially those in tourism and trade impacted by current conflicts. Effective April 1 for three to six months, the initiative includes a three-month deferment on government fees, hotel sales fees, and Tourism Dirham fees to ease financial burdens and enhance liquidity.

Lending rates fall some more, private banks lead push
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/lending-rates-fall-some-more-private-banks-lead-push/articleshow/129914107.cms

Fresh rupee loan rates dipped in February, with private banks leading the decline. However, public sector banks increased their lending rates. The easing on outstanding loans has been slower, despite significant repo rate cuts by the RBI over the past year.

Irdai to push basic health cover, hospital scorecards to expand sector
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/irdai-to-push-basic-health-cover-hospital-scorecards-to-expand-sector/articleshow/129914127.cms

India's insurance regulator is set to introduce basic, no-frills health covers and performance scorecards for insurers and hospitals to address patient criticism and ensure industry viability. These initiatives, designed to enhance transparency and informed choices for policyholders, aim to improve claim settlement times and hospital billing practices, marking a shift towards preventive healthcare.