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Indian benchmark indices extended losses for a second session amid geopolitical tensions, with Sensex and Nifty falling nearly 0.5 percent. IT, financial and realty stocks led declines, while metal and oil sectors gained. Analysts highlighted pharmaceuticals, FMCG and capital goods as relatively resilient sectors despite market volatility

Samsung denied Dua Lipa’s lawsuit alleging unauthorized use of her image on TV packaging, saying a content partner assured all permissions were secured. Lipa seeks $15 million damages over alleged copyright, trademark, and publicity rights violations tied to a 2024 backstage festival photograph 

Hong Kong-based Crown Worldwide Group has launched a new facility in Coimbatore to expand its storage and information management operations in India. The company said the centre will support future growth and strengthen services for clients across South India and other markets

Bank of Baroda aims to grow its corporate loan book by 10 per cent in FY27 and currently has a Rs 50,000 crore lending pipeline. The bank expects strong demand from renewable energy, steel and cement sectors despite concerns over private capex growth

Canara Bank reported a 10 per cent decline in standalone net profit for the March quarter at Rs 4,506 crore. However, the bank improved its asset quality, reduced bad loans and posted a 12.7 per cent rise in full-year FY26 profit

Aluminium prices rose 0.72 per cent to Rs 371.50 per kg in futures trade on Monday as traders created fresh positions amid a positive spot market trend. Analysts said demand from consuming industries and strong market sentiment supported the rise in aluminium futures prices

Asian markets traded mixed as geopolitical tensions and oil price spikes dominated sentiment after US–Iran peace talks collapsed. Japan and Hong Kong slipped, South Korea surged on tech strength, while crude oil jumped over 4% above $105 amid Strait of Hormuz concerns

The rupee plunged 139 paise to 94.90 against the US dollar in early trade after Donald Trump rejected Iran’s peace proposal, triggering a surge in crude oil prices. A stronger dollar, rising geopolitical tensions and heavy FPI outflows further weakened the domestic currency.

Jewellery stocks in India fell sharply after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to postpone non-essential gold purchases to conserve foreign exchange amid global energy concerns. Companies like Titan, Kalyan Jewellers and Senco Gold saw heavy losses as demand fears weighed on the sector

Indian equity markets fell sharply, with Sensex and Nifty dropping over 1% amid global uncertainty after failed US–Iran peace talks. Rising crude oil prices above $105 and West Asia tensions dragged sectors like auto, banking and energy, while volatility increased

Unless structural weaknesses are addressed, India risks remaining an economy of immense potential but limited outcomes

India’s private capital expenditure rose 67 per cent to Rs 7.7 lakh crore in September 2025, marking the strongest investment revival in over a decade, CII said. Manufacturing and services led the growth, while the industry body also proposed measures to support economic stability

A bulk carrier caught fire after being struck by an unknown projectile near Qatar’s coast, according to UK maritime officials. The incident adds to escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf amid recent attacks on vessels and heightened US-Iran regional hostilities

Investors are expected to remain cautious next week amid escalating US-Iran tensions, rising crude oil prices, foreign fund outflows and rupee weakness. Analysts said earnings season developments, geopolitical uncertainty and technical levels will continue to influence sentiment in the Indian stock market

Pidilite Industries said it may consider another round of price hikes as geopolitical tensions in West Asia have sharply increased raw material costs. The company said inflation remains manageable for now, but a prolonged crisis could impact consumer demand and overall growth

India’s auto industry missed FY26 vehicle scrappage targets by 70 per cent under the Environment Protection Rules, 2025. Industry executives blamed unrealistic policy measures and limited ELV availability, while SIAM urged the government to allow other steel scrap materials for compliance

ADB Chief Economist Albert Park said crude oil prices are likely to remain elevated due to the prolonged Middle East crisis. He warned that higher oil prices could reduce India’s GDP growth, raise inflation and affect food prices through rising fertiliser and gas costs

Fuel prices may likely increase with OMC's facing severe financial strain and no sign of lowering demands.

Herve Delphin said the European Union-India partnership has reached a “totally new level” strategically and economically. He highlighted progress on a free trade agreement, defence cooperation and mobility while praising Narendra Modi’s “not an era of war” message

Navrattan Cement Industries LLP will invest Rs 250 crore to establish a green cement manufacturing unit in Punjab’s Patiala district. The project will focus on low-carbon cement technologies, generate employment, and support sustainable industrial development and green infrastructure growth in India

SEBI has proposed additional safeguards and a 66-working-day completion timeline for open-market buybacks through stock exchanges. The regulator also suggested measures to protect minority shareholders, align buyback rules with the Companies Act, and improve communication with shareholders

Gold prices rose 1.83 per cent during the week amid geopolitical tensions and volatile crude prices. Precious metals gained support from a weaker US dollar and safe-haven demand, while investors continued to monitor developments in the US-Iran conflict and global interest rate outlook.

Indian equity markets ended the week with gains despite geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Easing crude prices, a firmer rupee and softer bond yields supported sentiment, although benchmark indices declined on Friday amid renewed concerns over US-Iran tensions and energy supply disruptions.

Gold and silver prices rose on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India amid US-Iran geopolitical tensions, boosting safe-haven demand. Gold futures climbed above ₹1.53 lakh per 10 grams, while silver surged over ₹2.61 lakh per kg, tracking gains in global COMEX markets and rising crude oil prices