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• Indian equity markets closed lower on Tuesday, June 30, with the Nifty declining 80.50 points (0.34%) to 23,865.75 and the Sensex dropping 249.70 points (0.33%) to 76,478.67. • The downturn was primarily driven by selling pressure in information technology stocks, causing the Nifty to slip below the critical 24,000 mark. • Conversely, electric vehicle (EV) companies saw gains following the Delhi government's announcement of a new EV policy designed to increase adoption and improve air quality.

• On June 29, 2026, the Indian stock market saw a downturn with the Sensex falling 372 points to close at 76,728 and the Nifty 50 settling below the 24,000 mark. • Kotak Bank and Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) were identified as the top losers during the trading session. • In a significant corporate development, the Boards of Directors for Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC approved a merger scheme between the two state-run power sector NBFCs.

• The BSE Sensex and Nifty50 benchmark equity indices ended lower on Monday, with the Sensex dropping 372.10 points (0.48%) to close at 76,728.37. • Market sentiment was negatively impacted by renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, alongside a rise in global crude oil prices. • This downturn reflects investor anxiety regarding geopolitical instability and the potential for increased energy costs to disrupt economic growth.

• The Athletic has updated its rankings of the top 50 players following the second week of the 2026 World Cup. • Key standout performers include Denzel Dumfries, praised for his physicality and crossing, and Mikel Oyarzabal, who provided the assist for Lamine Yamal's first goal of the tournament. • The analysis evaluates how pre-tournament contenders are performing and identifies which stars are living up to their reputations.

• Indian benchmark equity indices rebounded sharply on Wednesday, June 24, with the BSE Sensex climbing 790.54 points (1.04%) to settle at 76,991.22. • The Nifty 50 index reclaimed the 24,000 mark, fueled by significant buying activity in the banking and IT sectors. • This market surge was driven by falling crude oil prices and investor optimism regarding a potential trade agreement between India and the United States.

• The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty ended a five-session winning streak on Friday, with the Sensex falling 607.08 points (0.78%) to close at 76,802.90 and the Nifty dropping 154.90 points (0.64%) to 24,013.10. • The decline was primarily driven by a sharp selloff in IT stocks following a weak growth outlook from Accenture, alongside rising geopolitical concerns. • Market volatility was significant during the day, with the Sensex plunging as much as 940.26 points to a low of 76,469.72.

• An Israeli newspaper has condemned the U.S. deal with Iran as a "catastrophic capitulation," contradicting President Trump's claim that the United States is the primary winner. • Critics argue that the agreement fails to address Iran's strategic "chokehold" on the Strait of Hormuz, leaving the U.S. and Israel vulnerable. • The Tehran Times has used the situation to criticize the U.S. and Israel for allegedly exploiting and then discarding exiled Iranian opposition groups.

• The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50 closed higher on Thursday, marking the fifth consecutive session of gains for the benchmark equity indices. • The Sensex rose 254.36 points (0.33%) to settle at 77,409.98, while the Nifty50 increased by 82.30 points (0.34%) to close at 24,168. • Market growth was primarily driven by a decline in crude oil prices and investor optimism regarding a potential peace deal between the US and Iran.

• The BSE Sensex and Nifty50 closed higher on Wednesday, marking the fourth consecutive session of gains for the benchmark equity indices. • The BSE Sensex rose by 347.14 points, or 0.45%, to finish the trading day at 77,155.62. • Investor sentiment was bolstered by a decline in crude oil prices following a peace deal between the US and Iran, which offset the impact of ongoing foreign fund outflows.

• Indian equity benchmarks ended lower on Thursday, June 11, with the BSE Sensex dropping 150.63 points (0.20%) to 73,832.55 and the NSE Nifty declining 53.35 points (0.23%) to 23,161.60. • The downturn was driven by a combination of weak global cues, rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and sustained selling pressure in IT stocks. • This decline reflects a shift in investor sentiment and heightened market volatility, as both indices fluctuated between losses and recovery throughout the session.

• On Wednesday, June 10, Indian benchmark equity indices erased most of their intraday gains due to dampened investor sentiment caused by renewed hostilities between the U.S. and Iran. • The BSE Sensex ended marginally higher, rising 64.42 points (0.09%) to close at 73,983.18, despite hitting an intraday high of 74,613.01. • In contrast, the NSE Nifty closed in the red, slipping 27.15 points (0.12%) to settle at 23,214.95.

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• The BSE SENSEX dropped over 400 points and the NIFTY50 opened at 23,229 as Indian equity markets experienced a gap down opening. • The decline was driven by cautious investor sentiment resulting from mixed global market cues and negative indicators from Nifty futures. • Bajaj Finance and Eternal were identified as the top losers among the stocks during this trading session.

• Three months into the conflict in Iran, global markets have split into distinct winners and losers as the war persists. • Persistently high oil prices are driving renewed inflation fears, forcing policymakers to struggle with economic stability. • Several Asian countries are facing significant financial strain due to sliding currency values linked to the geopolitical instability.

• The Indian stock market experienced a sharp rally on Monday, May 25, driven by improved global investor sentiment. • The Sensex surged by more than 1,000 points, while the Nifty 50 successfully reclaimed the 24,000 mark. • This growth was triggered by a combination of falling crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

• Poland and Portugal experienced the strongest real household income growth in Europe over the last two years, with Spain leading among major economies. • Specific growth rates included the Netherlands at 2.3%, Portugal at 2%, Denmark at 1.9%, Greece at 1.8%, and Spain at 1.5%. • The OECD attributed Poland's acceleration to employee remuneration offsetting lower social benefits, while Greece's growth was driven by property income and the lowest unemployment rate since 2009.

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