The stock market direction in the coming week will be influenced by global factors and the Reserve Bank's monetary policy statement following last week's decline. Investors are currently focused on the Iran war and the West Asia crisis, with no resolution in sight, leading to weakened investment sentiment.

Additionally, the Reserve Bank's monetary policy committee will hold its first meeting on April 6 since the West Asia crisis began on February 28, and the decisions from this meeting are also expected to impact the market. Due to holidays for Mahavir Jayanti on March 31 and Good Friday on April 3, the market operated for only three days last week. On Monday, there was a significant decline in major indices, while Wednesday and Thursday saw the indices close in the green.

The BSE Sensex fell by a total of 263.67 points (0.36 percent) during the week, closing at 73,319.55 points on Thursday. The National Stock Exchange's Nifty-50 index also experienced a weekly decline of 106.50 points, or 0.47 percent, ending at 22,713.10 points. The Nifty Midcap-50 index fell by 0.82 percent, while the Smallcap-100 index remained nearly unchanged.

Out of the 30 companies in the Sensex, shares of 17 companies declined last week, with Sun Pharma experiencing the largest weekly drop of 5.62 percent. Shares of NTPC fell by 4.23 percent, UltraTech Cement by 3.85 percent, Bajaj Finserv by 3.18 percent, Bharti Airtel by 2.86 percent, Bajaj Finance by 2.13 percent, and Kotak Mahindra Bank by 2.13 percent. PowerGrid shares fell by 1.88 percent, Asian Paints by 1.72 percent, and ICICI Bank by 1.47 percent.

Shares of Mahindra & Mahindra, HDFC Bank, ITC, Eternal, Axis Bank, and Hindustan Unilever also closed in the red. Trent recorded the highest weekly gain of 4.52 percent, followed by BEL at 4.14 percent, Tech Mahindra at 3.63 percent, Adani Ports at 2.97 percent, Titan at 2.92 percent, HCL Technologies at 2.80 percent, and TCS at 2.59 percent.

Infosys shares rose by 2.40 percent, Indigo by 2.30 percent, Maruti Suzuki by 1.97 percent, and L&T by 1.34 percent. Tata Steel also saw an upward trend.

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New Delhi, April 2 — Eight new stocks have become available for trading in the domestic stock market's Futures and Options (F&O) segment starting today. This addition offers traders and investors more options than before.

The stocks now included in the F&O segment are from Motilal Oswal Financial Services, Adani Power, Godfrey Phillips India, Vishal Mega Mart, Cochin Shipyard, Hyundai Motor India, Nippon Life India AMC, and Force Motors. Currently, no stocks have been removed from the F&O segment, but after the existing trading series concludes, shares of Tata Technologies, Torrent Power, HUDCO, and Piramal Pharma will exit the segment. as per agency report, the lot size for futures of Motilal Oswal Financial Services is set at 775 shares, trading 42 percent below its 52-week high of ₹1,097. Similarly, Adani Power's futures lot consists of 3,550 shares, currently trading 18 percent below its 52-week high of ₹182.

Shares of Godfrey Phillips India, a cigarette manufacturer, are also available for trading in the F&O segment from today, with a lot size of 275 shares, currently 52 percent below its 52-week high of ₹3,947. Recently listed Vishal Mega Mart has also secured a place in the F&O segment, with a lot size of 4,850 shares, trading 33 percent below its high of ₹157. Cochin Shipyard, starting trading today, has a lot size of 400 shares, currently 53 percent below its 52-week high of ₹2,545.

Hyundai Motor India, which is set to be listed as India's largest IPO in 2024, has joined the F&O segment about 18 months after its stock market entry, with a lot size of 275 shares, trading below its issue price of ₹1,960. Additionally, Nippon Life India AMC's futures have a lot size of 625 shares, currently trading 21 percent below its high of ₹1,009. Shares of Force Motors, a commercial vehicle manufacturer, are also available for trading in the F&O segment from today, with a lot size of 25 shares, currently 27 percent below its 52-week high of ₹26,450.

Mumbai, April 1 — On the first day of the current fiscal year, the local stock market experienced a surge, with the BSE Sensex rising by 1,187 points, while the NSE Nifty gained 348 points. The domestic market benefited from a positive trend in global markets amid hopes of reduced tensions in West Asia.

The BSE Sensex, which is based on thirty stocks, closed at 73,134.32 points, up by 1,186.77 points or 1.65 percent. During trading, it recorded a peak increase of 2,017.03 points, reaching 73,964.58 points.

The NSE Nifty, based on fifty stocks, closed at 22,679.40 points, up by 348 points or 1.56 percent.

The decline in crude oil prices also bolstered market sentiment. Among the companies included in the Sensex, Trent, InterGlobe Aviation, Adani Ports, Bharat Electronics, State Bank of India, and Eternal were notably in profit.

Conversely, shares that faced losses included NTPC, Sun Pharma, Power Grid, UltraTech Cement, and Bharti Airtel.

In other Asian markets, South Korea's KOSPI, Japan's Nikkei, China's Shanghai Composite, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng were also on the rise.

Major European markets showed a positive trend during afternoon trading. US markets were bullish on Tuesday.

The CEO of online trading company Enrich Money noted that Indian stock markets had a positive start to the new fiscal year, driven by expectations of reduced conflict in West Asia and alleviated energy supply issues.

He mentioned that President Trump's comments contributed to the market's rise, as Trump indicated that the US could exit Iran regardless of whether a deal is reached, providing broad relief to global risk assets.

Vinod Nair, head of research at Geojit Investments, stated that the trend of risk-taking improved following President Trump's statements hinting at a potential resolution to the West Asia conflict, leading to a strong start for Indian stock markets in the fiscal year 2026-27.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude fell by 0.22 percent to $103.7 per barrel.

The stock market remained closed on Tuesday in observance of 'Mahavir Jayanti.'

According to stock market data, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares worth ₹11,163.06 crore on Monday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) purchased shares worth ₹14,894.72 crore. The Sensex had dropped by 1,635.67 points on Monday, while the Nifty fell by 488.20 points.

New Delhi February 22. Stock markets are expected to remain volatile in the upcoming week due to a combination of domestic macroeconomic data, the monthly futures and options (F&O) settlement, and global developments linked to the tariff hikes announced by US President Donald Trump following a US Supreme Court decision. Analysts have indicated that these factors will play a crucial role in determining market movements.

Market experts believe that the direction of the market will also be influenced by the trading activities of foreign investors, tensions between the United States and Iran, fluctuations in crude oil prices, and global monetary signals. As per agency report, Ajit Mishra, Senior Vice President (Research) at Religare Broking Ltd, stated that the market is likely to remain volatile in the coming week, particularly due to the monthly F&O settlement scheduled for February 24. On the domestic front, investors will be focusing on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data, foreign exchange reserves, and infrastructure output figures.

Investors are also expected to assess the implications of the new executive order by the US President, which could impact trade conditions, tariff structures, and global risk perception. This development comes in the wake of the recent US Supreme Court ruling on tariffs. According to analysts, following the court's decision on Friday, Trump imposed a 10 percent tariff on several countries, including India, for 150 days, which was subsequently raised to 15 percent a day later. This has escalated concerns regarding trade tensions and their potential adverse effects on the global economy.

Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Financial Services, noted that investors will closely monitor US-Iran relations, crude oil prices, and global monetary cues. He added that the impact of India's GDP figures on corporate earnings and market conditions will also be watched carefully. In the previous week, the 30-share BSE Sensex ended with a gain of 187.95 points or 0.22 percent, while the NSE Nifty rose by 100.15 points or 0.39 percent.

Nair observed that market sentiment swung between caution and enthusiasm last week. Buying interest in banking, financial, power, and select FMCG stocks helped mitigate the impact of global uncertainties. However, IT stocks remained sluggish due to concerns regarding AI-related changes and margin pressures. Despite this, strength in large-cap stocks and optimism surrounding India's participation in Pax Silica kept the market in positive territory. Analysts believe that the domestic market may remain within a limited range in the near future, where liquidity flows and global risk sentiment will prove to be the main factors.

 21-year-old Rochit Singh was glued to trading screens, chasing intraday profits, watching charts for hours, and hoping for quick gains. Today, he is one of the youngest individuals in India to hold the SEBI Registered Investment Advisor license (INH000023834). His transformation-from a stressed young trader to a disciplined long-term investor-offers a lesson that India’s new generation of investors is eagerly learning from.

Rochit’s journey into the stock market began on January 11, 2020. Like many beginners influenced by financial videos online, he entered the market with excitement, inspired particularly by a story on how Rakesh Jhunjhunwala multiplied his wealth through Titan. The idea of making money through the stock market fascinated him.

However, reality was far less glamorous. Intraday trading led to painful losses. Swing trading offered slightly more structure but required constant monitoring. Hours spent watching price movements drained his energy and left him mentally exhausted. The returns did not justify the effort, and the emotional rollercoaster felt never-ending.

The turning point came in 2022 during market consolidation. As the markets moved sideways, he reflected deeply on his strategy. It struck him that if he had simply invested long-term in solid businesses-or even the Nifty index-he would have earned better returns with far less stress. This realization reshaped his financial philosophy forever.

He quit trading. Completely.

No intraday.
No swing trades.
No short-term speculation.

Instead, he committed to long-term investing-specifically, multibagger investing. He began studying companies trading at low valuations but possessing strong long-term growth potential. His inspiration came from great Indian investors like Vijay Kedia and Radhakishan Damani, who built fortunes not through rapid trades but by holding a handful of high-quality stocks for years.

This shift from “screens to patience” changed everything. His stress dropped, his clarity improved, and his returns stabilized. More importantly, his story connected with millions of young investors who were tired of speculative trading culture.

But investing success wasn’t his first achievement. His entrepreneurial spirit had emerged years earlier, back in ninth grade during India’s digital revolution post-Jio. He experimented with multiple online ventures-domain selling, blogging, app development, gaming content, freelancing. Every project failed. Yet, these failures equipped him with skills that later powered his content creation journey.

His first breakthrough came with a modest educational video explaining solutions to S. Chand textbook questions. Initially ignored, the video hit 500 views after six months-a moment he calls one of the happiest of his life. Despite mockery from classmates and teachers, he continued creating content. By Class 11, his YouTube channel had grown to 5.5 lakh subscribers.

This digital journey, combined with his financial experiences, shaped him into a trusted voice for India’s youth. His transparent storytelling, real-life lessons, and clarity on long-term investing earned him a massive following-now totaling 2.2 million.

Wanting to solidify his credibility, he pursued SEBI’s Registered Investment Advisor license. Achieving it at 21 placed him among India’s youngest regulated advisors.

His philosophy today is clear: patience beats speed, conviction beats speculation, and long-term investing beats trading stress.

Rochit Singh’s story is not just about earning SEBI’s nod-it is about earning the trust of a generation that seeks financial clarity in an age of chaos. By stepping away from trading screens and embracing discipline, he has become a symbol of responsible, research-driven investing for millions.

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Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is a central public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Heavy Industry, Government of India. BHEL came into existence in 1964 and is primarily engaged in the design, engineering, manufacturing, construction, testing, commissioning, and servicing of a wide range of products and services for core sectors like power, transmission, industry, transportation, renewable energy, oil & gas, and defense.

The movement of the BHEL Share Price

Trading sessions have witnessed different movements over the recent past, reflecting the confluence of so many factors, including order inflow visibility, margin pressure, cost structure, and capacity utilization. Investors also analyze the order book status of the company, which gives the right insight into the revenue potential soon. Notably, execution cycles and converting orders into revenues remain key metrics that are being closely tracked by the market.

BHEL's financial health

Financial health is then analyzed from its income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow position. Revenue trends over the last financial years tend to follow the capital expenditure cycles in the Indian power sector. Margins before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) remain an important scale of reference used to assess operational performance.

Debt-to-equity ratio remains an important financial metric. BHEL has generally maintained a conservative capital structure, which affects its credit ratings and influences the perception of risk. The company's liquidity position is further assessed through the current ratio and quick ratio, which give the heartbeat of whether it is in its comfort zone to meet short-term obligations.

Discretionary Policy Environment and Industry Developments Impact

The company operates in sectors that are affected by policy decisions, particularly those of power sector reforms, renewable energy targets, and public sector investment programs. Shifts in government spending, auctions of power projects, and the timelines for delivery of infrastructure projects tend to impact BHEL's order inflow and its ensuing earnings outlook.

BHEL also performs in correlation with its ability to remain agile within an ever-changing energy mix. As India speeds up the transition to renewables, the demand for conventional power equipment has also changed. Investors will be assessing how far the company has gone in diversifying and whether it is aligned with long-term sectoral trends in analyzing the BHEL share price.

Order Book and Execution Ability

The order book position remains a forward-looking indicator providing forward revenue visibility. Order book composition of BHEL, across segments of power, industry, and exports, matters for an assessment of revenue potential and execution timelines. The nature of contracts (fixed-price versus cost-plus) will also play a role in determining marginal sustainability.

Timely execution of projects and keeping receivables down are vital in the context of managing working capital efficiently: Any kind of delay and cost overrun affects earnings in a manner that will also weigh on the share price of BHEL. Market players closely watch quarterly disclosures and management commentary regarding present updates on the order execution and billing cycles.

Demat Account Opening Trends and Retail Participation

The increase in demat account opening in the past couple of years has increased retail participation in the public sector companies, including BHEL. Retail investors usually look for shares that form part of established indices or those perceived to have long-term strategic value. BHEL is a part of the S&P BSE PSU and Nifty PSE indices and thus attracts such investor interest.

Valuation Metrics and Market Perception

Valuation multiples such as the price-earnings (P/E), price-book (P/B), and enterprise value to EBITDA are often used to position the BHEL share price concerning its fundamental value. These ratios are compared against sector averages as well as historical data in order to establish relative valuation.

Market perceptions depend significantly on quarterly numbers, management presentations, and updates on the project pipeline. Analyst reports do play an important role in shaping investor perception and in attributing long-term earnings potential and risks emerging from project-linked revenue.

Conclusion

Beyond financial health and sector outlook, the BHEL share price considers a lot of other things, including, but not limited to, the policy environment and market sentiment. The facility for opening demat accounts easily has encouraged wider participation in the markets, and BHEL is one stock among many that has been engaged by larger numbers of investors.

Surat, July 11 – The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) organized a special seminar titled "The Art and Science of Exiting the Stock Market" at Samhati, Sarsana, aimed at educating investors on effective market exit strategies. The session featured Rohan Mehta, CEO and Fund Manager at Turtle Wealth, who provided practical and technical insights on making informed decisions about entering and exiting the stock market.

Chairing the event, SGCCI President Nikhil Madrasi emphasized that while investors often focus solely on the timing of entry, the success of any investment largely depends on a well-thought-out exit strategy. He noted that SGCCI’s objective is to deepen investor awareness on such crucial aspects of trading and investing.

Keynote speaker Rohan Mehta explained that exiting the stock market is not merely about taking profits; it is a calculated decision driven by timing, rationale, and emotional discipline. He pointed out that many investors miss the ideal exit window due to greed and later incur losses due to fear during market downturns.

Mehta introduced participants to the "Exit Mantra" toolkit, which includes criteria such as zone analysis, scoring methods, ratings, and stop-loss mechanisms. He stressed the importance of setting clear investment goals and defining stop-loss levels in advance. Even when a trade is in profit, continuous evaluation is essential to determine whether it’s the right time to exit.

Highlighting the behavior of professional investors, Mehta noted that consistent portfolio monitoring and strategic reallocation are critical for effective risk management. He also discussed key psychological and financial concepts such as capital erosion, opportunity cost, and self-doubt, which often influence investor behavior.

The event was structured by Group Chairman Kamlesh Gajera. Capital and Commodity Market Committee Chairman Ayub Yakub Ali introduced the speakers, while Co-Chairman Dipesh Parikh conducted the session. The seminar concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Balkrishna Vaghasia.

Participating investors actively engaged with the topic, raising questions related to exit strategies, and received in-depth answers from the expert speaker, making the session both interactive and insightful. The seminar was lauded as a valuable initiative to help investors make smarter, more disciplined financial decisions.

New Delhi, May 28 – Shares of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) soared over 8% on Wednesday after the state-run insurance giant reported a 38% jump in net profit for the March 2025 quarter.

On the BSE, LIC shares closed 8.21% higher at Rs 942.55, hitting an intraday high of Rs 948 with an 8.83% gain. On the NSE, the stock rose 7.97% to settle at Rs 940.75.

As per agency report, the surge in share price led to an increase of Rs 45,223.74 crore in LIC’s market capitalisation, which now stands at Rs 5,96,162.66 crore.

In its regulatory filing on Tuesday, LIC announced that its net profit rose to Rs 19,013 crore in the quarter ended March 2025, up from Rs 13,763 crore a year earlier, primarily due to reduced expenses.

However, the company's total income for the quarter fell to Rs 2,41,625 crore from Rs 2,50,923 crore in the corresponding quarter of FY 2023-24.

The strong profit growth despite a decline in total income indicates improved operational efficiency, bolstering investor confidence and fueling the stock rally.

Mumbai, May 14 — Indian stock markets ended higher on Wednesday as cooling retail inflation and favorable global cues boosted investor sentiment. The BSE Sensex climbed 182.34 points to close at 81,330.56, while the NSE Nifty advanced by 88.55 points, ending the day at 24,666.90.

As per agency report, traders said selective buying in metal and industrial stocks, coupled with continued inflow from foreign institutional investors, supported the market. Positive momentum was seen despite some intraday volatility, with retail inflation figures and global optimism helping indices remain in the green.

The Sensex traded between an intraday high of 81,691.87 and a low of 80,910.03. Out of the 3,125 actively traded stocks on BSE, 2,857 advanced, 1,121 declined, while 147 remained unchanged.

Tata Steel emerged as the top gainer on the Sensex, rising nearly 3.88 percent. Other prominent gainers included Tech Mahindra, Maruti, Mahindra & Mahindra, Infosys, IndusInd Bank, HCL Tech, TCS, and Bharti Airtel. Airtel shares rose by one percent after the company reported a fivefold jump in net profit to ₹11,022 crore in the March 2025 quarter.

On the downside, Asian Paints, Tata Motors, Kotak Mahindra Bank, NTPC, and Power Grid saw declines.

Market experts attributed the upward trend to optimism stemming from a sharp drop in inflation. April's retail inflation eased to a six-year low of 3.16 percent due to lower prices of vegetables, fruits, and pulses. Wholesale inflation also fell to 0.85 percent, a 13-month low, driven by reduced prices in food, fuel, and manufactured goods.

According to analysts, the drop in inflation strengthens the case for a potential interest rate cut in the Reserve Bank of India's next monetary policy review in June.

Midcap and smallcap indices outperformed the broader market, rising by 1.19 percent and 1.63 percent respectively.

Global markets were mixed. South Korea's Kospi, China's Shanghai Composite, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed higher, while Japan’s Nikkei ended in the red. European markets mostly trended lower during afternoon trade, while U.S. indices closed in the green on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, crude oil prices softened, with Brent Crude falling 1.13 percent to $65.88 per barrel.

Foreign institutional investors remained net sellers on Tuesday, offloading shares worth ₹476.86 crore, as per exchange data.

The market’s recovery on Wednesday followed a sharp correction on Tuesday, when the Sensex had fallen by 1,281.68 points and the Nifty by 346.35 points.

Mumbai, May 12 — Indian equity markets posted one of their strongest single-day rallies in history on Monday, buoyed by the de-escalation of military tensions between India and Pakistan. Both the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty recorded gains of nearly four percent, driven by renewed investor optimism and supportive global cues.

As per agency report, the benchmark BSE Sensex surged by 2,975.43 points to close at a seven-month high of 82,429.90. During intraday trading, it briefly touched 82,495.97, up by 3,041.5 points. Meanwhile, the NSE Nifty jumped by 916.70 points to settle at 24,924.70, after touching an intraday high of 24,944.80.

The rally followed news that India and Pakistan had agreed to halt all hostilities across land, air, and sea borders, significantly calming investor nerves after weeks of geopolitical tension. Additionally, positive developments from the global front contributed to market cheer, as the United States and China announced a mutual rollback of tariffs. The US agreed to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods from 145 percent to 30 percent, while China lowered duties on US products from 125 percent to 10 percent.

Heavy buying in sectors such as information technology, real estate, metals, and technology helped drive the surge. Infosys led the gains among Sensex constituents with a rise of 7.91 percent, followed by strong performances from HCL Tech, Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, NTPC, Reliance Industries, and Bajaj Finance. Only Sun Pharma and IndusInd Bank ended the session in the red.

This rally marked the most significant single-day gain since June 3, 2024, when the markets soared on the eve of general election results. The current spike was fueled by a combination of geopolitical clarity, optimism around economic stability, and expectations of continued foreign institutional investor (FII) participation.

Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Financial Services, attributed the rise to a confluence of positive geopolitical and economic developments. Ajit Mishra of Religare Broking added that the US-China tariff truce further reinforced market sentiment as the session progressed.

The broader market mirrored the bullish trend, with the BSE smallcap index climbing 4.18 percent and the midcap index rising 3.85 percent. All sectoral indices ended higher, with the IT index up 6.75 percent, realty gaining 5.87 percent, metals rising 5.24 percent, and technology advancing 5.21 percent.

Of the 3,545 companies listed on the BSE, 3,545 ended in the green, while 576 declined and 133 remained unchanged. Other Asian markets also closed higher, with gains in South Korea's Kospi, Japan's Nikkei 225, China’s Shanghai Composite, and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng. European markets were trading positively, while Wall Street ended last week on a mixed note.

In the commodities market, Brent crude oil jumped 2.88 percent to trade at $65.75 per barrel, tracking global demand recovery.

Despite the bullish momentum, data showed that foreign institutional investors sold shares worth Rs. 3,798.71 crore on Friday after several days of net buying. On the previous trading day, the Sensex had closed 880.34 points lower at 79,454.47 and the Nifty had dropped by 265.80 points to end at 24,008.

New Delhi, May 9 – As border tensions between India and Pakistan escalate, shares of defense-related companies witnessed a sharp rally on Friday, bucking the overall downward trend in the broader stock market. Despite pressure on benchmark indices, investors flocked to defense sector stocks, anticipating increased government focus and spending on national security.

As per agency report, the Indian Army confirmed that Pakistani forces attempted multiple drone and weapon-based attacks across the western border during the night of May 8–9, all of which were “effectively neutralized.” The development sparked investor interest in defense manufacturing and technology firms.

On the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), several defense companies posted notable gains. Paras Defence and Space Technologies Limited surged 7.18 percent, Bharat Dynamics Limited rose 5.34 percent, Bharat Electronics Limited gained 2.92 percent, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited added 1.84 percent, and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited increased by 1.38 percent.

Drone manufacturer IdeaForge Technology Limited saw a dramatic 20 percent jump, while DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations Limited climbed 4.99 percent, reflecting investor optimism over the growing relevance of drone technology in modern warfare and surveillance.

Siddharth Khemka, Head of Research (Wealth Management) at Motilal Oswal Financial Services, noted, “Given the current geopolitical developments, expectations of increased defense expenditure have led to strong momentum in defense stocks.”

Ajit Mishra, Senior Vice President (Research) at Religare Broking, echoed the sentiment, highlighting the strong performance of stocks like Bharat Electronics and Hindustan Aeronautics due to anticipated boosts in defense allocations.

Karachi, May 8 – Pakistan’s benchmark stock index, the KSE-100, experienced a sharp crash of over 6 percent on Thursday amid unverified rumors of an Indian military strike near Karachi. The speculation caused panic among investors, leading to a massive sell-off and a temporary halt in trading for one hour.

As per agency report, before trading was paused, the KSE-100 index had dropped by 6,948.73 points, or 6.32 percent, to settle at 103,060.30. Although the rumors were later proven to be baseless, the damage had already been done as market sentiment was deeply shaken by the uncertainty surrounding the ongoing geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan.

Fatima Bucha of AKD Securities confirmed that trading resumed once the panic subsided slightly. However, she warned that investor anxiety remains high, with no clear indication of how Pakistan may respond to India’s recent show of military strength. “No one is sure what will happen next,” she said, reflecting broader concerns over the regional crisis.

The steep fall was largely driven by declines in major sectors such as cement, energy, banking, and technology, which collectively dragged the index down.

In response to the turmoil, the Pakistani government announced steps to stabilize its foreign exchange reserves. Effective immediately, the Ministry of Commerce has imposed a 60-day ban on the import and export of precious metals, gems, and jewelry. This temporary restriction suspends the provisions of SRO 760 of 2013, which governs the trade of valuable metals.

Additionally, the State Bank of Pakistan has informally advised currency dealers to closely monitor dollar outflows in both inter-bank and open markets, anticipating a surge in demand for U.S. dollars if the situation escalates further.