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Indian Markets Tumble as Oil Surge Sparks Inflation Fears
Indian equity benchmarks declined sharply on Monday, with the Sensex falling 703 points and the Nifty 50 dropping below 23,850, as crude oil surged past $100 a barrel following the collapse of US-Iran negotiations.
Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Oil Spike, Indian Markets Tumble
Indian equity markets opened sharply lower after the breakdown of US-Iran negotiations and heightened Middle East tensions sent crude oil prices soaring past $105 per barrel, intensifying inflation and currency pressures.
Bitcoin Retreats as Iran Talks Stall, ETF Inflows Provide Support
Bitcoin fell back Sunday as geopolitical tensions resurfaced, though continued institutional demand via spot ETFs helped cushion the decline. Morgan Stanley's new Bitcoin fund marked a milestone for Wall Street adoption.
Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on XRP as Crypto Markets Retreat
XRP fell approximately 1% to $1.33 on Sunday, pressured by the collapse of U.S.-Iran negotiations and broader crypto market declines. The token remains significantly below its all-time high.
Gold Holds Near $4,760 as Geopolitical Tensions Counter Dollar Weakness
Gold consolidated near $4,760 an ounce following a third consecutive weekly advance. Prices found support from a falling U.S. dollar but faced headwinds from stalled Iran negotiations and persistent inflation concerns.
Market Update: Tech Rotation, Mining Surges, and Valuation Gaps
Markets on April 12, 2026, saw a notable rotation out of technology, creating opportunities in stocks like Nvidia and Alphabet. Meanwhile, Futu Holdings rallied but trades below intrinsic value, and G Mining Ventures soared despite valuation disparities.
Lockheed Martin Clarifies No Direct F-35 Talks with India, Deal Remains Distant
Lockheed Martin confirmed it is not engaged in direct discussions with India regarding the F-35 fighter jet, stating any potential deal must follow official U.S. government channels. India has not initiated a formal acquisition process for the advanced aircraft.
Geopolitics, Bank Earnings, and Inflation Data Set the Tone for Markets
Markets enter the week focused on geopolitical developments in the Middle East, a key slate of bank earnings, and fresh inflation data. The S&P 500 has nearly recouped losses from February's market shock.
ASX 200 Posts Weekly Gain Despite Friday Dip, Middle East Tensions Linger
Australian shares closed lower on Friday, trimming a robust weekly advance of 4.4%—the benchmark's best week since late 2022. Market sentiment remains cautious amid Middle East supply risks.
FTSE 100 Advances as Investors Monitor Fragile Middle East Truce Talks
London's FTSE 100 gained 0.38% on Friday as traders assessed potential progress in Middle East ceasefire talks. The FTSE 250 outperformed with a 0.79% rise.