Gold prices are stable, close to record highs. Investors are watching the US Federal Reserve meeting. A rate cut is expected after weak labor reports. US-China trade talks concluded in Madrid. Trump is willing to sanction Russia. Silver, platinum show varied movement. Market participants are closely monitoring the Fed’s stance regarding labor market concerns and...Read More
Oil prices saw minimal change on Monday. Investors are closely monitoring the impact of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries. These attacks could disrupt Russia’s crude and fuel exports. The United States fuel-demand growth is also under observation. Donald Trump is willing to impose sanctions on Russia. Trade talks between the United States and China...Read More
Dollar remained stable before key central bank meetings. Euro showed little reaction to France’s credit downgrade by Fitch. Investors are awaiting rate decisions from the US Federal Reserve, Bank of Japan, and others. Market anticipates potential rate cut from the US Federal Reserve. Focus is also on US-China trade talks and TikTok divestiture deadline.Read More
South Korean stock market witnessed a surge. KOSPI benchmark increased, marking a tenth consecutive session of gains. This surge followed the government’s decision to scrap a proposed stock investment tax hike. Samsung Electronics saw a rise, while Hyundai Motor and Kia Corp experienced declines. Foreign investors actively bought shares. The Korean won strengthened against the...Read More
Infosys has announced a mega share buyback. This has brought cheer to the stock market. New tax rules apply to this buyback. Individual shareholders now pay tax on the entire buyback amount. This is treated as dividend income. TDS applies. Investors can record capital loss. This can be set off against capital gains.Read More
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) intends to double its annual investments in India to $10 billion by 2030, emphasizing urbanization, green energy, and MSMEs. IFC’s commitment of $5.4 billion in FY25 signals its dedication to India’s resilient private sector. The World Bank projects a modest global expansion of 2.3% in 2025.Read More
Nifty 50 is set to climb towards 25,500. Market breadth is improving. Analysts suggest buying on dips, with support at 24,700. BFSI, auto, consumption, and metals sectors are likely to outperform. IT and infrastructure sectors present bargain-buying chances. Stocks like SBI, Axis Bank, TCS, and Maruti could see gains. Railtel and Persistent Systems also look...Read More
Gold’s returns have surpassed Indian stocks due to central bank demand and inflation hedging. Over the past year, gold yielded 50.1% against Sensex’s 1.2% decline. Central banks are buying gold amid tariff wars. Experts suggest allocating 10-15% of portfolios to gold. However, some analysts believe equities may now offer better value.Read More
Aavas Financiers’ stock is recovering after a subdued June quarter, fueled by expectations of improved loan disbursement and attractive valuation. Despite a change in disbursement recognition policy impacting AUM growth, the company anticipates double-digit growth, driven by branch expansion and controlled credit costs. Analysts have revised target prices, with some upgrading their ratings on the...Read More
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