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Coal India shares hit a fresh 52-week high as rising temperatures and heatwave warnings raised expectations of strong summer power demand. Analysts remain positive on the company’s outlook, citing stable coal prices, rising domestic supply and strong demand from power and industrial sectors. Brokerages see further upside supported by steady earnings and dividends.

The Indian rupee hit a record low of 92.37 against the US dollar on Friday, influenced by rising global crude oil prices and a stronger greenback. Heavy foreign institutional investor selling and weak domestic equity markets further pressured the rupee, which has remained vulnerable amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

The escalating Middle East conflict is heightening Japan’s inflation risks, potentially accelerating the Bank of Japan’s rate-hike timeline. Rising fuel prices, supply disruptions, and a tightening labor market are pushing inflation above the BOJ’s 2% target, prompting cautious policymaking while balancing economic growth and geopolitical uncertainties.

Jefferies has cut Reliance Industries’ (RIL) target price to Rs 1,750, citing a delayed Jio tariff hike and likely Jio IPO postponement. However, the brokerage highlights gains for the oil-to-chemicals (O2C) business amid Middle East supply disruptions, which boost refining and petrochemical margins, offsetting near-term digital segment drag.

Shares of Adani Total Gas will be in focus after rising nearly 30% in three sessions despite weak broader markets. The rally follows the government’s Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026, which prioritises gas supply for PNG and CNG users amid Middle East tensions and disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz closure, raising concerns over cooking gas availability in India.

The US dollar is strong, seen as a safe haven amid global market chaos. The euro is weak, and Japan might intervene to support the yen. Oil prices are rising, impacting markets. Investors are watching central bank meetings for clues on interest rates. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether are also seeing gains.

As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily timeframe, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend.

Srinibas Pradhan Constructions is set to list on the NSE SME platform on March 13 with muted grey market signals, indicating a potential debut near its issue price of Rs 98. The Rs 20 crore IPO saw moderate subscription, with NIIs and QIBs showing interest, while retail participation was subdued.

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