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Indian Markets Rebound Sharply on Easing Oil Prices and IT Rally
Indian equity indices staged a strong recovery on March 20, 2026, with the Sensex jumping 891 points. The rally was fueled by falling crude oil prices and a surge in IT stocks.
Eli Lilly's Retatrutide Hits Phase 3 Goals, Stock Pressured by Pricing Concerns
Eli Lilly announced its experimental drug retatrutide achieved primary goals in a Phase 3 trial, significantly reducing blood sugar and weight. The stock declined 1.3% to $918.05 amid an HSBC downgrade and ongoing concerns over drug pricing in the U.S. market.
Markets Mixed as Bitcoin Soars, Texas Emerges as Financial Hub
Global markets showed divergent trends with Bitcoin climbing above $75,000 as a digital safe haven, while Indian equities recovered strongly. Texas solidified its position as a major financial center with new exchange launches.
Palantir Shares Decline Despite AI Partnership Announcements
Palantir Technologies shares dropped 2.7% on Friday, underperforming broader markets, following announcements of new artificial intelligence and defense partnerships. The stock remains down nearly 14% for 2026 despite significant gains over the past year.
Iran Conflict Fuels Global Inflation Surge as Oil Tops $100
The Iran conflict has triggered a severe oil supply disruption, pushing Brent crude above $100 a barrel and sending shockwaves through global freight, agriculture, and consumer markets.
India Races to Secure LPG Amid Gulf War Disruption, Sparks Induction Stove Rush
India has invoked emergency powers to redirect LPG supplies from commercial to residential users following Gulf war disruptions, causing restaurants to limit hot meals and triggering a massive spike in induction cooker purchases.
FTSE 100 Retreats on Oil Spike, Rate Cut Hopes Dim
London's FTSE 100 declined 0.7% in early Thursday trading as Brent crude surged past $100 a barrel, dampening expectations for near-term Bank of England rate cuts and pressuring consumer-focused sectors.
FTSE 100 Rallies on Oil Retreat, Persimmon Surges
London's FTSE 100 rebounded 1.6% to 10,412.54, snapping a three-day losing streak as oil prices retreated. Persimmon shares surged after the homebuilder issued optimistic full-year guidance.
NVIDIA, ABB Forge Factory AI Alliance to Bridge Simulation-Reality Gap
NVIDIA and ABB have announced a strategic partnership to embed NVIDIA's Omniverse platform into ABB's RobotStudio software, aiming to achieve near-perfect accuracy when transferring robot training from simulation to physical factories. The collaboration is a key move for NVIDIA to expand its industrial AI footprint beyond data centers.
Middle East Conflict Sparks Historic Oil Price Surge, Strains Global Supply
Oil prices surged dramatically on Monday, with Brent crude briefly exceeding $119 per barrel, following supply disruptions in the Middle East linked to regional conflict. Governments and companies scrambled to respond to the market shock.
FTSE 100 Plunges on Oil Price Surge and Geopolitical Tensions
London's FTSE 100 index opened sharply lower, dropping 1.75%, as a surge in crude oil prices above $119 per barrel rattled markets. The spike, driven by Middle East supply concerns, particularly punished airline and mining shares.
Global Markets Plunge as Oil Surge Sparks Inflation Fears
Global equity markets faced a severe selloff on March 9, 2026, driven by a sharp spike in oil prices above $115 per barrel and escalating Middle East tensions. Japan's Nikkei 225 plunged 7%, while India's Sensex crashed over 2,400 points.
Microsoft's $409 Level in Focus as AI Demand Meets Inflation Test
Microsoft shares closed at $408.96, down slightly amid a broader tech sell-off. Investors are balancing positive AI demand indicators from partners like Broadcom against looming inflation data and macroeconomic concerns.
U.S. Drafts New AI Chip Export Rules, Potentially Impacting AMD, Nvidia
U.S. officials are drafting new AI chip export regulations that could require foreign governments to invest in U.S. data centers or provide security guarantees, potentially impacting major chipmakers like AMD, Nvidia, and Intel.
Indian Equities Rebound on Reliance, Metals Surge; Rupee Firms
Indian stock indices snapped a three-day losing streak, climbing over 1% on Thursday. Gains were led by Reliance Industries and metal stocks, while the rupee firmed after central bank action.
Hong Kong Boosts Gold Hub Ambitions with Refiner Incentives, 2,000-Tonne Storage Goal
Hong Kong is rolling out new incentives to attract gold refiners and facilitate cross-border precious metals trade with mainland China, aiming to expand storage capacity beyond 2,000 metric tons. This push aligns with China's broader strategy to increase its influence in global gold pricing.
EU's 'Made in EU' Rules Threaten Ford's Supply Chain
The European Commission has proposed strict 'Made in EU' rules linking subsidies to local content, potentially excluding Ford's key suppliers in Britain and Turkey. The plan faces significant opposition and requires approval.
Iran's Strait of Hormuz Control Threatens Global Oil Flows, Prices Surge
Iran's declaration of control over the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a sharp slowdown in tanker traffic and a 4.7% spike in Brent crude prices. Analysts warn Asian economies are most vulnerable to supply disruptions.
Gold, Oil Spike as Middle East Strikes Rattle Markets
Gold and oil prices surged Monday as U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran escalated regional tensions, sending investors toward safe havens while equities declined.
GSK Shares Dip Amid Oil Price Surge, Buyback Activity and FDA Decision in Focus
GSK's stock declined alongside the FTSE 100 as geopolitical tensions drove oil prices higher, reigniting inflation concerns. The pharmaceutical firm also reported recent buyback activity and faces a crucial FDA verdict later this month.
GSK Shares Dip Amid Oil Price Surge, Buyback Activity and FDA Decision in Focus
GSK's stock declined alongside the FTSE 100 as geopolitical tensions drove oil prices higher, reigniting inflation concerns. The company also reported fresh share repurchase activity.
Geopolitical Tensions, Banking Jitters Set Tone for London Open
London markets brace for a volatile open driven by oil price spikes after Iran tensions and lingering banking sector concerns, with key economic data and corporate earnings on tap.
OMXS30 Hits Record High as Nordic Markets Eye Key Data, U.S. Jobs
Sweden's benchmark OMXS30 index surged to a record close of 3,222.75, with Ericsson and AstraZeneca among the top gainers. Market focus now shifts to upcoming Swedish economic data and the influential U.S. jobs report.
FTSE 100 Hits Record High Amid Iran Tensions, Oil Volatility
London's FTSE 100 index reached a new all-time high of 10,910.55, while escalating tensions in the Middle East sent oil prices higher. A busy week of corporate earnings and economic data lies ahead.
FTSE 100's Prudential Eyes 44% Growth; NSE IPO Plan Unveiled
Prudential stands out in the FTSE 100 with unanimous Buy ratings and a potential 44.1% share price rise. The National Stock Exchange of India will conduct an IPO via an Offer for Sale on a rival exchange.
Merck Shares Rally on Keytruda-Welireg Kidney Cancer Data, Gardasil Job Cuts
Merck shares gained nearly 4% Friday following new clinical data for its Keytruda and Welireg combination in kidney cancer, alongside announced workforce reductions at a Gardasil vaccine facility.
Microsoft Shares Rebound Amid AI Investment and Regulatory Scrutiny
Microsoft shares gained about 1% to $404.50 in early Thursday trading, recovering from a significant year-to-date decline. The move follows a major AI investment, regulatory action in Japan, and upcoming White House discussions on data center energy costs.
Silver Surges Past $80 on Safe-Haven Demand Ahead of Key U.S. Data
Silver prices climbed nearly 3% to breach $80 per ounce in European trading Friday, driven by safe-haven demand amid Middle East tensions and lower bond yields. The rally is increasing costs for solar manufacturers.
FTSE 100 Gains on Strong UK Retail Data, Anglo American Reports Loss
London's FTSE 100 advanced 0.5% on Friday, buoyed by unexpectedly strong UK retail sales data. Anglo American reported a substantial loss following another impairment at its De Beers diamond unit.
DAX Retreats on Airbus Target Cut, Barclays Downgrades BASF
Germany's benchmark DAX index declined 0.9% on Thursday, pressured by significant losses in Airbus and BASF. Vonovia provided some support following an analyst upgrade.