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Oil prices climbed Monday as Strait of Hormuz reopening remained uncertain. Iran stated a deal with Oman was nearing completion for new shipping lanes. Attacks on Saudi and UAE facilities heightened supply concerns over the weekend. Analysts predict significant price increases if disruptions continue for months. Oil is expected to cool as supply expands and demand moderates.

Delhivery reported a 65% year-on-year decline in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 31.9 crore, despite a 28% rise in revenue to Rs 2,930.7 crore. EBITDA fell 4% as higher labour, fuel and operating costs weighed on margins. The logistics company expects pricing revisions and revenue growth to offset cost pressures.

India’s financial markets are poised for growth, buoyed by robust domestic economic fundamentals like strong consumer demand and proactive government spending. Nevertheless, international geopolitical tensions and fluctuating commodity prices present daunting challenges. Consequently, there may be fluctuations in foreign capital inflows, which could affect market stability. Nonetheless, SEBI remains optimistic about India’s potential to outperform globally, despite these external challenges.

Foreign investment in Indian government bonds is projected to stay subdued as global yields alongside domestic interest rates reduce investor attraction. The postponement of India’s inclusion in global bond indices further curbs foreign portfolio investments. The Reserve Bank of India is anticipated to keep interest rates steady for a considerable duration, with heightened global yields providing minimal support to local interest rates.

The US stock market enjoyed a significant boost on Friday as the S&P closed at an all-time high. The unexpected rise in job losses led to reduced expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September. Strong earnings from corporations further propelled market indices upward. Meanwhile, a dip in oil prices, influenced by advancing peace talks, helped to soothe inflation fears.

The weak job report for July has tempered expectations surrounding a Federal Reserve rate increase. Consequently, futures markets now indicate a diminished probability of a rise in interest rates next month. Despite calls from several Fed officials for tighter monetary policy to counteract inflation, the economic community remains split on what lies ahead in rate decisions. The Federal Reserve is actively tracking inflation trends to shape its future policies.

The US dollar weakened against major currencies on Friday. Unexpected job losses in July fueled economic concerns and clouded Fed rate outlook. The unemployment rate declined, but labor force participation hit a multi-year low.

On August 6, four Nifty500 stocks that gained over 4% were highlighted in the RSI Trending Up scan, based on data from StockEdge.com. An uptrend signal is generated when the RSI value crosses above 50 from below, indicating strengthening price momentum and potential buying opportunities for traders.

Fusion Klassroom Edutech will list on the BSE SME platform today, August 7. The Rs 39.04-crore IPO was subscribed 1.50 times overall, with shares commanding a flat grey market premium (GMP ahead of debut, pointing towards a muted listing despite strong 162% YoY profit growth in FY26.

The Rs 251.88 crore Technocraft Ventures IPO opens for subscription today, August 7, with a price band of Rs 200-Rs 212 per share. Backed by a 54% jump in FY26 net profit and an 8% grey market premium, brokerage Anand Rathi has given it a ‘Subscribe – Long Term’ rating.