Asian equities traded mixed as subdued US inflation data bolstered expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year. Markets saw fluctuations in Japan, with the yen weakening, while Australian shares remained flat. This comes as the region braces for Lunar New Year holidays and US markets observe Presidents’ Day.Read More

Benjamin Graham’s insight explains market behaviour. In the short term, stock prices reflect popularity and sentiment, like a voting machine. Over time, however, fundamental business performance dictates value, transforming the market into a weighing machine. Investors focusing on intrinsic value, not daily noise, achieve long-term success. This principle guides patient, disciplined investing.Read More

Kwality Wall’s India shares are set to list today following their demerger from Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL). This marks the creation of India’s first pure-play listed ice-cream company. HUL also reported a 30% decline in net profit from continuing operations for Q3 FY26, though overall net profit surged due to portfolio transformation.Read More

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Monday brought a small drop in gold prices, a contrast to the robust gains of the previous trading day. The latest inflation report from the U.S. was softer than expected, raising expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.Read More

At the upper band of Rs 216, the IPO is commanding a pre-issue market cap of around Rs 169.5 crore. Shares are proposed to be listed on the BSE SME platform on February 23. The IPO is entirely a fresh issue of 22.68 lakh shares aggregating to Rs 49 crore. The company has already raised...Read More

While GMP is not an official indicator, it often reflects near-term listing expectations. A negative premium suggests the stock could list at a discount, although final performance will depend on broader market conditions and institutional support on debut.Read More

Debt investors are increasingly concerned about major tech companies taking on significant debt for AI development, leading to a surge in credit derivative trading. This market activity, particularly for single-company contracts on issuers like Meta and Alphabet, reflects a growing demand for protection against potential defaults as AI investments escalate.Read More

Chinese stocks face a gloomy outlook as corporate earnings show a significant downturn. Investors are concerned that upcoming holiday spending will not be enough to boost the market. Economic indicators point to weak consumer demand. This situation is fueling worries that the Lunar New Year will not bring its usual economic uplift.Read More

Markets faced selling pressure, with the Nifty declining due to a sharp fall in technology stocks. Several companies like BSE, TCS, Ola Electric, Religare Enterprises, and Manappuram Finance are in focus due to significant business developments and strategic partnerships.Read More