Bitcoin briefly crossed the $90,000 mark before sliding to around $86,000 after the US Senate postponed key crypto legislation until 2026, adding to regulatory uncertainty. Broader weakness across Ethereum and major altcoins, muted spot demand, and year-end profit-taking weighed on sentiment, even as longer-term optimism around Bitcoin remains intact.Read More

US President Trump’s optimistic inflation comments contrast with consumer affordability concerns. While markets anticipate policy support and potential Fed easing, a stagflationary scenario remains a risk. Looking ahead to 2026, fiscal incentives and political compulsions are expected to drive economic momentum.Read More

Shriram Finance shares rose for a second straight session after reports that its board will meet to consider a possible equity stake sale to Japan’s MUFG. The company said the board will evaluate fundraising options including a rights issue, preferential allotment or QIP.Read More

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has warned of an impending economic crash driven by Fed rate cuts and renewed money printing. Calling the current system a “fake economy,” he says he is buying more gold, silver, Bitcoin and Ethereum to hedge against hyperinflation and expects to grow richer when traditional assets falter.Read More

As 2025 draws to a close, markets face a pivotal 2026 marked by risks from a potential AI stock correction and opportunities from India’s growth rebound. While global equities surged on the AI boom, India lagged, but improving GDP growth, easing inflation, and a possible reversal in FII flows could support stronger returns next year.Read More

Hero MotoCorp shares fell for a fifth straight session after Jefferies downgraded the stock to Underperform and cut its target price to Rs 4,950. Analysts flagged fading GST-led demand, persistent market share erosion and valuation-driven gains as key concerns, warning of limited earnings upgrades and downside risk in the near term.Read More

Indian government bonds were range-bound amid shallow trading volumes on Thursday, as market participants awaited the outcome of the central bank’s debt purchase later in the day.Read More

Qualified Institutional Placements have emerged as a key fundraising route in India, enabling listed companies to raise capital quickly from institutional investors. QIPs signal strategic intent, balance-sheet strengthening and growth readiness, while offering market-linked pricing, regulatory oversight and valuable insights for institutions and high-net-worth investors tracking capital flows.Read More

Despite a challenging year for India’s SME IPO market, ten companies delivered exceptional multibagger returns in 2025. These standout performers more than doubled investor wealth, with Anondita Medicare leading the pack with a remarkable 379% return from its IPO price.Read More

U.S. bond markets are heading into year-end with unusual calm as the Federal Reserve ramps up Treasury bill purchases to ease seasonal liquidity stress. By boosting banking system reserves, the Fed has lowered repo funding concerns, narrowed spreads versus policy rates, and reduced fears of disruptive year-end funding pressures seen in past cycles.Read More