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🗞️ Markets Rally 1,695 Points as US-Iran Truce Eases Fears

Indian equities rallied sharply after reports of a US-Iran truce reduced concerns around a wider regional conflict. The de-escalation improved global risk sentiment and eased fears around crude oil supply disruptions.

The Sensex surged 1,695 points while Nifty gained nearly 2%, with banking and financial stocks leading the advance.

💬 Expert Take — “For India, de-escalation helps reduce oil pressure, supports the rupee, and improves the broader macro setup.”

🗞️ Inflation Rises to 3.93%, Extends Five-Month Uptrend

India’s retail inflation accelerated to 3.93% in May, marking the fifth consecutive monthly increase.

While still within the RBI’s comfort range, the steady upward trend comes at a time when policymakers are also managing currency and commodity risks.

💬 Expert Take — “Inflation below 4% is manageable, but the direction matters. A sustained rise could limit RBI flexibility.”

🗞️ India Pushes for Bloomberg Bond Index Inclusion

The government is pursuing reforms aimed at securing Bloomberg bond index inclusion.

Such inclusion could attract passive foreign inflows into Indian government bonds and deepen global participation in India’s fixed-income market.

🗞️ Companies Rush to Raise Debt After RBI Measures

Indian companies are seeing a $3 billion debt fundraising rush after RBI measures pushed yields lower.

Lower borrowing costs are creating favourable conditions for refinancing and fresh capital raising.

🗞️ TCS Expands AI Push Through Anthropic Partnership

TCS has partnered with Anthropic to accelerate enterprise AI adoption.

The company plans to train 50,000 employees on Claude, signalling how Indian IT firms are adapting to AI-led transformation.

🗞️ Textile Industry Eyes $350 Billion Milestone

India’s textile industry is targeting a $350 billion market size by 2030.

The sector remains important for exports, employment generation, and manufacturing-led growth.

🗞️ FTAs Expected to Support Growth and Jobs

India’s free trade agreements with developed economies are expected to support growth, innovation, quality upgradation, and job creation.

These agreements could help Indian businesses access larger global markets.

📊 Market Update

📈 Sensex: 75,527.95 ▲ 1,695.40 (+2.30%)
📈 Nifty 50: 23,622.90 ▲ 461.30 (+1.99%)
🪙 Gold (per gram): 24K ₹14,858 ▲ ₹294 | 22K ₹13,620 ▲ ₹270 | 18K ₹11,144 ▲ ₹221
🥈 Silver: ₹2,60,000/kg ▲ ₹10,000