Gold prices rose on Friday, buoyed by a weaker dollar and falling U.S. Treasury yields as geopolitical tensions escalated in the Middle East. Despite a weekly dip, bullion found support from easing yields, while oil prices surged above $100 a barrel amid concerns over global energy supply.Read More

U.S. stocks plunged as Iranian strikes on oil tankers sent crude prices soaring, fueling inflation fears. Major indexes saw significant drops, with only energy and some defensive sectors performing well. The conflict’s escalation dimmed hopes for Fed rate cuts, while private credit markets faced concerns.Read More

Oil prices dipped Friday after the U.S. issued a 30-day license allowing the purchase of stranded Russian oil, easing immediate supply concerns. This move follows a larger release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and coordinated efforts by the IEA to stabilize global energy markets amidst escalating Middle East tensions and threats to the Strait of...Read More

The US dollar is strong, seen as a safe haven amid global market chaos. The euro is weak, and Japan might intervene to support the yen. Oil prices are rising, impacting markets. Investors are watching central bank meetings for clues on interest rates. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether are also seeing gains.Read More

The National Stock Exchange of India has appointed 20 merchant bankers and eight law firms for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO). The IPO will be an offer for sale, with existing shareholders expected to offload approximately 4-4.5% of the exchange’s equity. NSE is currently valued at around ₹5 lakh crore in the unlisted market.Read More

The Indian rupee hit an all-time low of 92.36 against the US dollar on Thursday, later recovering slightly to close at 92.19. Energy price retreats offered some relief, while central bank intervention was observed between 92.20 and 92.36, according to traders. Analysts suggest further weakness could occur if these levels are breached.Read More

Sebi is proposing easier ways for legal heirs to claim securities. The regulator wants to simplify paperwork and procedures when an investor passes away. Higher limits for simplified documentation are suggested. Straight-through processing will be introduced for small claims. This aims to speed up the return of assets to survivors. The market has grown, and...Read More

Morgan Stanley and Cliffwater have capped withdrawals from their private credit funds as investors sought to redeem more than allowed. This move highlights growing concerns over loan quality, particularly for software companies impacted by AI. The $1.8 trillion private credit market faces additional pressure from scrutiny over illiquid loan valuations.Read More

The Reserve Bank of India wants details on overseas rupee derivative trades. Foreign banks operating in India are resisting this move. They cite difficulties in accessing offshore deal information and jurisdictional concerns. The RBI aims for better market visibility to manage rupee volatility. This proposal could impact how international financial institutions operate within India.Read More

Indian markets continued their downward trend on Thursday. Several companies saw significant news. BofA Securities invested in Kaynes Technologies. GAIL assured uninterrupted gas supply to Bengaluru. South Indian Bank launched EPF payment services. DCM Shriram approved renewable energy investment. TVS Motor launched a new electric scooter. Tata Steel moved court over a GST demand.Read More