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Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia and disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz are raising concerns over India’s LPG supply. With tanker movement slowing and imports falling, the government has prioritised household distribution and boosted domestic production while exploring alternative sources to cushion the impact of supply constraints.

Oil prices are rising as the Strait of Hormuz remains shut. Analysts are watching for weekend developments in the ongoing war. The US has issued a license for countries to buy Russian oil, aiming to stabilize markets. The US and International Energy Agency plan to release oil from reserves. Concerns grow about potential damage to oil infrastructure.

Global markets face uncertainty. Canadian investor François Rochon suggests treating investing as an art, not a science. He emphasizes rational, disciplined company selection for long-term gains. Investors should focus on business fundamentals and avoid short-term market noise. Patience, humility, and rationality are key. Thinking in years, not quarters, helps identify enduring businesses and avoid value traps.

Jefferies’ seven top picks, including Eternal, JSW Steel, Bharat Forge, SBI, and Max Healthcare, offer 20–117% upside across banking, auto, steel, insurance, and internet sectors.

India’s primary market will see three IPOs, including two mainboard issues and one SME offering in the upcoming week. GSP Crop Science and CMPDI, a Coal India subsidiary, are the highlights of the lineup, while Novus Loyalty launches on the SME platform. Additionally, three companies – Rajputana Stainless, Apsis Aerocom, and Raajmarg Infra – are slated to list, keeping market activity strong.

Twelve small-cap stocks, including Aqylon Nexus, Silver Touch, and Sapphire Foods India, fell 10–23% over five consecutive sessions amid a 5.5% Sensex decline.

Vedanta Limited has made headlines by securing ₹2,575 crore via a three-year bond sale, locking in a coupon of roughly 8.95%. This funding initiative is primarily aimed at restructuring their existing liabilities and addressing imminent debt maturities.

Rising oil prices and gas supply disruptions amid the Iran–Israel war have hammered OMCs, RAC makers, fertiliser producers, and airlines, while food delivery and QSR chains show relative resilience, highlighting sector-specific vulnerabilities on Dalal Street.

The US dollar strengthened globally on Friday, driven by Middle East conflict and investor flight to safety. Rising oil prices, fueled by geopolitical tensions, are impacting energy-importing economies like the Eurozone and Japan, while the US remains relatively insulated. Inflation concerns are also prompting expectations that the Federal Reserve will delay interest rate cuts.

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