PSU banks have emerged as the top performers in 2025, with the Nifty PSU Bank Index rising over 26%, far ahead of the broader market. Strong earnings, improved asset quality and attractive valuations have driven gains, though performance remains uneven across lenders. Analysts see momentum sustaining over the next few quarters.Read More

Japan’s Nikkei share average closed higher, rebounding from a two-week low hit in the previous session, as technology stocks tracked overnight gains on the Nasdaq.Read More

Vietnam’s State Treasury raised 13.55 trillion dong ($514 million) in a weekly government bond auction on Wednesday, the highest volume in six months and up from $302 million raised last week.Read More

Oil prices rose more than 1% on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered “a total and complete” blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, raising fresh geopolitical tensions at a time of concerns over demand.Read More

ICICI Prudential AMC has received its first buy rating ahead of listing, with PL Capital setting a Rs 3,000 target, implying 39% upside from the IPO price. The brokerage cites strong parentage, market-leading equity flows, consistent fund performance and superior profitability as key drivers for long-term growth.Read More

India’s InvIT and REIT distributions surged in Q2 FY2026, led by strong performance in REITs and road assets. Both public and private trusts reported robust quarter-on-quarter and year-on-year growth, supported by healthy operating metrics and new listings.Read More

India’s residential real estate delivered a robust 15% total return over the past year, driven by infrastructure-led development and improved connectivity in major cities. Despite rising unsold inventory, end-user demand and peripheral market growth support stable, long-term gains, positioning housing as a strong-performing, inflation-beating asset class.Read More

Indian Overseas Bank shares fell 4% to Rs 35 on December 17 as its offer for sale (OFS) opened with a 7% discount. The government aims to divest up to 3% stake, with retail investors able to bid from December 18. The OFS floor price is Rs 34, valuing the offer at over Rs 1,964...Read More

After a muted listing below its issue price, Park Medi World shares rebounded strongly, crossing the IPO price as investor interest returned, with experts advising a medium-to-long-term holding approach.Read More

India’s real estate market is undergoing a digital transformation. Tokenized property ownership allows investors to buy small fractions, making real estate accessible to more people. Platforms like Alt DRX are simplifying investment processes, offering transparency and liquidity. This innovation is set to unlock significant growth, democratizing wealth creation through property for millions across the nation.Read More