Gold, silver ETF inflow pips equity MF schemes
For the first time ever, the inflows into precious metals — gold and silver —…
Rupee weakens by 56 paise to settle at 93.39 against U.S. dollar
Representative image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphotos The rupee slumped by 56 paise to settle at 93.39 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar on Monday (April 13, 2026) after a failed U.S.-Iran peace talk fuelled uncertainties in West Asia, leading to a surge in crude oil prices and a global chase for the greenback. According to…
Stock markets plunge as failure of U.S.–Iran negotiations fuels concerns of prolonged conflict
All the 30-Sensex firms were trading lower during the initial trade. Titan, Sun Pharma, NTPC, Bharat Electronics, Power Grid and Bharti Airtel were the biggest laggards. File. | Photo Credit: Reuters Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Monday (April 13, 2026) as the failure of U.S.–Iran negotiations heightened concerns of…
Rupee plunges 49 paise to 93.32 against U.S. dollar in early trade
Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, was higher by 0.38% at 98.81. | Photo Credit: Reuters The rupee depreciated 49 paise to 93.32 against the U.S. dollar in early trade on Monday (April 13, 2026), weighed down by higher crude oil prices and a firm American…
Gold falls on stronger dollar, fading Fed rate-cut hopes
Gold prices fell to a near one-week low on Monday, pressured by a stronger dollar, while a surge in oil prices following failed U.S.-Iran peace talks fuelled inflation worries and dampened expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year. Spot gold was down 0.6% at $4,718.98 per ounce, as of 0222 GMT, after hitting…
K-shaped trend emerges in jewellery as premium demand stays resilient
Even as gold prices scale record highs, India’s jewellery market is showing a clear split in consumer behaviour, one that is reinforcing, rather than weakening, the premiumisation trend. Industry leaders say rising prices have done little to dent demand for high-value, design-led pieces. Instead, they have sharpened consumer segmentation. “Premiumisation and formalisation are only gaining…
Gold vs equities: Does the yellow metal hold edge despite softening shine?
Gold has held a unique place in financial history. For centuries, it has served as money, a reserve asset, and a store of value. Its appeal is straightforward: it is scarce, durable and carries no issuer risk. Gold does not depend on a government’s promise, a company’s earnings or a bank’s solvency. And that is…
The new gold rush: Why investors are moving from jewellery to digital
Investors are shifting from traditional jewelry to digital gold primarily due to cost- efficiency, accessibility and security. While jewelry remains culturally significant for weddings and festivals, it is increasingly viewed as an inefficient investment vehicle compared to digital alternatives like Digital Gold, Gold ETFs, and Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs). Transition Drivers · Jewellery carries extra…
Sharp fall in prices hit gold ETF inflows in March
After the steady rally in recent times, the sudden fall in precious metal prices made investors trim down their investment in gold and silver exchange traded funds. Inflows into gold ETFs fell by 56 per cent to ₹2,266 crore against the record inflow of ₹5,255 crore logged in February as the sudden fall in prices…
Shapoorji Pallonji Group asks for listing of Tata Sons
File photo of Chairman of Shapoorji Pallonji Group Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry | Photo Credit: The Hindu Shapoorji Pallonji Group which holds over 18% stake in Tata Sons has reiterated it’s demand for listing of Tata Sons as per norms announced by the Reserve Bank of Indus (RBI). This comes at a time when RBI is…
Rupee falls 17 paise to close at 92.68 against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said the rupee witnessed high volatility. (For representation purpose only) File. | Photo Credit: Reuters The rupee pared initial gains and settled for the day 17 paise lower at 92.68 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar on Friday (April 10, 2026), weighed down by risks from rising global tensions, especially the U.S.-Iran conflict. Forex…
