Stock markets end higher; Sensex rallies 356 points

A view of the Bombay Stock Exchange in Mumbai. | Photo Credit: Reuters Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Monday (May 4, 2026), helped by buying in blue-chip stocks and state poll results moving towards an outcome in line with market expectations. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 355.90 points or 0.46% to settle…

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Rupee falls 11 paise to 94.95 against U.S. dollar

The rupee depreciated 11 paise against the U.S. dollar on May 4, 2026. The rupee depreciated 11 paise to 94.95 against the U.S. dollar in early trade on Monday (May 4, 2026) as the ongoing tensions in West Asia continue to keep markets on edge. Forex traders said Brent oil is hovering near $108, maintaining pressure…

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Rupee falls 11 paise to 94.27 against U.S. dollar

Indian rupee has hit a rough patch, falling for five consecutive sessions. File | Photo Credit: PTI The rupee depreciated 11 paise to 94.27 against U.S. dollar in early trade on Monday (April 27, 2026) driven by persistent dollar demand and a broader shift toward safe-haven assets. Forex traders said the Indian rupee has hit…

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Oil rises, stocks swing as peace talk hopes wobble

Image used for representation purpose only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Oil prices rose Monday (April 27, 2026) while stocks were mixed with the United States and Iran no closer to ending their eight-week-old war after U.S. President Donald Trump cancelled his envoys’ trip for peace talks at the weekend. Hopes that the two sides…

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Rupee falls 13 paise to 94.81 against U.S. dollar

Rupee depreciated 13 paise against the U.S. dollar. File | Photo Credit: Reuters The rupee depreciated 13 paise to 94.81 against the U.S. dollar in early trade on Wednesday (April 29, 2026), as rising global oil prices kept the currency under pressure. Forex traders said elevated crude oil prices and month-end dollar demand amid a…

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