- Daily Wrap | Bilkul Bazaar | 25 June 2026
- (Covering developments reported between 9 PM, 24 June and 9 PM, 25 June 2026)
Top Business National News Updates
1. RBI May Upgrade India’s FY27 Growth Forecast
A member of the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee indicated that India’s economic growth could exceed 7% this fiscal year, supported by easing geopolitical tensions, improving domestic demand and stable macroeconomic indicators.
2. Sensex and Nifty End Higher for Second Straight Session
Indian benchmark indices closed in positive territory as falling crude oil prices and improved global sentiment boosted investor confidence. However, profit booking trimmed gains towards the close.
3. Oil Price Decline Lifts Market Sentiment
Brent crude slipped towards pre-conflict levels, easing concerns about inflation and import costs for India, a major oil importer. The development provided support to equities and the rupee.
4. Rupee Strengthens Against US Dollar
The Indian rupee gained ground as lower oil prices and RBI support improved currency sentiment. The rupee recovered from intraday weakness and closed stronger against the dollar.
5. India VIX Drops Below 13
The volatility index fell sharply, reflecting reduced market anxiety. Lower crude prices and reassuring signals from the RBI contributed to the decline in volatility.
6. Mobility Stocks Drive Market Rally
Shares of aviation, automobile and auto-component companies led gains during the session, with investors betting on improved demand and easing input costs.
7. Bond Yields Hit Three-Month Low
India’s benchmark 10-year government bond yield touched a three-month low after comments from the RBI eased concerns about near-term monetary tightening.
8. RBI Expected to Maintain Policy Stability
Market participants continue to expect stability in interest rates after the RBI maintained the repo rate at 5.25%, providing relief to borrowers and businesses.
9. ICICI Securities Sees Better Outlook for Equities
Analysts at ICICI Securities suggested that Indian equities may be emerging from a prolonged underperformance phase, supported by improving growth prospects and easing macroeconomic risks.
10. Muharram Market Holiday Reminder
Investors were reminded that NSE and BSE would remain closed on June 26 on account of Muharram, making June 25 the final trading session before the extended weekend.
Top 5 International Business Updates
1. Global Oil Markets Stabilize
Crude prices continued to decline as fears of supply disruptions in West Asia eased, bringing relief to global markets.
2. Asian Markets Gain on AI Optimism
Technology and AI-related optimism helped lift Asian equities, creating a positive backdrop for global investors.
3. Global Investors Shift Back to Risk Assets
Improved geopolitical conditions encouraged investors to move back into equities and emerging-market assets.
4. Currency Markets React to Lower Energy Costs
Several emerging-market currencies, including the Indian rupee, benefited from softer oil prices and easing inflation concerns.
5. Global Bond Markets Watch Central Banks
Investors worldwide remained focused on monetary policy signals from major central banks amid slowing inflation pressures.
Market Quote of the Day
“In investing, what is comfortable is rarely profitable.”
— Robert Arnott
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