Financial Sector

The renewed US-Iran conflict and uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz are putting oil prices and global markets under pressure. Here’s how prolonged disruption could affect crude, inflation and stock markets in India, the US and Europe.

Gaja Alternative Asset Management IPO GMP fell to ₹17 on August 21, 2026, from ₹30 on August 18. The latest GMP indicates an estimated listing price of ₹177, or a 10.62% premium, while the IPO is subscribed 4.54 times.

BSE shares fell 3.24% from the intraday high after reports that NSE may allow its shares to trade on NSE following its proposed IPO. Here's what it means for BSE investors.

Gaja Alternative Asset Management IPO GMP stands at ₹30 as of August 19, 2026. With an IPO price of ₹160, the estimated listing price is ₹190, indicating a potential 18.75% premium. Check GMP trend and subscription status.

Sensex and Nifty 50 remain under pressure on August 19, 2026, extending their losing streak amid rising crude oil prices, Strait of Hormuz tensions, higher US Treasury yields, rupee weakness and continued FPI concerns.

Indian stock markets traded lower on August 18, 2026, as rising crude oil prices, US-Iran tensions, higher global bond yields and rupee weakness triggered a risk-off mood. Nifty 50 fell to 24,177.20 by 11:30 AM, while investors tracked NSE IPO developments, Lalithaa Jewellery Mart IPO subscription, ICICI Bank and key corporate updates.

Indian benchmark indices ended sharply higher on August 3, with the Sensex gaining 544 points and the Nifty closing at 24,774. Strong buying in IT stocks, easing crude oil prices, improving FII sentiment, and the rollout of the new Closing Auction Session (CAS) drove the rally, while investors remained focused on the upcoming RBI policy meeting.

Indian benchmark indices staged a strong recovery on July 27, 2026, ending a five-session losing streak. The Nifty and Sensex gained nearly 1% each, supported by easing US-Iran tensions, a sharp decline in crude oil prices, improved global sentiment, and strong buying in IT, Media, Realty, and Auto stocks. Infosys led the IT rally following leadership transition news and positive brokerage sentiment.

Sensex and Nifty extended losses for the fifth consecutive session as rising crude oil prices, US-Iran tensions, weak Wall Street cues, and higher bond yields weighed on investor sentiment. IT and Media stocks outperformed, while Auto stocks led the decline.

Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOFSL) posted a strong recovery in Q1FY27 net profit, aided by treasury gains and record AUM. Despite the impressive headline numbers, concerns over weak core operating performance and rising costs dragged the stock more than 9% lower.