Metal Sector

Gold and silver prices slipped in India as easing geopolitical tensions and falling oil prices weakened demand for safe-haven assets. Meanwhile, SK Hynix rallied over 11% after unveiling plans for a blockbuster Nasdaq listing that could raise nearly $29.6 billion.

The Indian stock market staged a strong recovery on June 24, 2026, with Nifty closing above 24,000 and Sensex surging 790 points. Easing rate hike concerns after RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra's comments, falling crude oil prices, sustained FII inflows, and optimism surrounding an India-US trade agreement fueled broad-based gains, led by banking, IT, and realty stocks.

Indian Benchmark indices ended sharply lower on June 23, 2026, as a 10% crash in South Korea's Kospi, weakness in IT stocks following Accenture's cautious outlook, and renewed concerns over higher US interest rates triggered broad-based selling. Nifty fell 278.80 points to 23,824.10, while Sensex declined 893.39 points to 76,200.68. Metal and IT stocks led losses, while Pharma emerged as the lone sectoral gainer amid defensive buying.

Vedanta stock plunged nearly 9% on June 23 following a major block deal worth ₹2,149 crore. The decline comes shortly after the group's demerger, which created four separately listed companies and transformed Vedanta into a focused metals and mining business.

Indian benchmark indices snapped a five-session winning streak on June 19, 2026, with Nifty closing at 24,013 and Sensex falling 607 points. Weak guidance from Accenture sparked a broad IT sector sell-off, while profit booking and renewed FII selling further weighed on sentiment. Pharma and Defence stocks provided some support amid the broader market weakness.

Vedanta Group's newly listed demerged entities bucked the broader market weakness, with Vedanta Iron and Steel emerging as the biggest winner after gaining 28% in just five sessions. The rally reflects growing investor confidence in the value-unlocking potential of Vedanta's landmark demerger, as the market begins assigning independent valuations to its aluminium, iron and steel, power, and oil and gas businesses.

Indian benchmark indices ended higher for the fifth consecutive session as lower crude oil prices, easing geopolitical tensions, and optimism surrounding the India-UK Free Trade Agreement supported investor sentiment. Banking, realty, cement, and pharma stocks drove the rally, while IT stocks remained under pressure following hawkish US Federal Reserve commentary.

The Indian stock market extended its winning streak on June 17, 2026, as Nifty closed above the crucial 24,000 mark and Sensex gained 347 points. Defence stocks emerged as top performers following record domestic defence production in FY26, while lower crude oil prices, hopes of a US-Iran peace deal, and positive global cues supported broad-based buying across sectors.

Aluminium prices recently fell 4.4%, triggering volatility in metal stocks. Discover how Hindalco, Vedanta, and NALCO are affected, key risks investors should watch, and which stock currently offers the best investment opportunity.

Vedanta's newly demerged entities witnessed contrasting performances on Day 2 of trading. While Vedanta Iron and Steel surged to a 5% upper circuit, Aluminium Metal and Oil & Gas continued to decline. Here's what the market reaction reveals about investor sentiment, valuation trends, and future prospects.