Bitcoin hovers around $74,000, buoyed by short liquidations and derivatives. Major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and altcoins are also seeing gains. Traders are paying to maintain long positions above $73,000. All eyes are now on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming speech. The global crypto market capitalization has increased. Investors are watching for potential breakouts.Read More

ETMarkets identified 24 stocks held exclusively by single mutual fund schemes, most declining sharply in FY26, while a few delivered strong gains, highlighting concentrated ownership risks and divergent performance trends.Read More

The National Stock Exchange of India is setting a modest advisory fee of around 0.65% for its upcoming IPO, potentially totaling $16.25 million. This contrasts sharply with higher averages paid by other companies, reflecting a trend of cost control in quasi-sovereign deals. Key banks have been appointed for the significant listing.Read More

Foreign investors are favoring other emerging markets due to stronger growth and lower geopolitical risks, despite India’s moderating valuations. While domestic investors benefit from financialization, a lack of supportive earnings and a need for sustained fiscal stimulus are key concerns for India’s market outlook.Read More

PVR Inox shares have rallied as strong early trends for Dhurandhar: The Revenge raise expectations of a box office blockbuster. Analysts believe the film could significantly boost quarterly earnings, with robust advance bookings and multi-language release supporting higher footfalls and potentially lifting overall industry collections in a weak quarter.Read More

Markets show a tentative rebound, but sustainability hinges on external factors like oil prices and news flow. Experts caution against definitive bottom calls, emphasizing structural shifts for a sustained uptrend. Sector-specific insights reveal resilience in pharma, long-term potential in auto, and a shift towards cash flow discipline in real estate.Read More

Australian shares closed higher, marking a weekly peak, as mining stocks rallied. Investor sentiment remained cautious following the Reserve Bank of Australia’s recent rate hike and warnings about inflation. Markets are now split on the likelihood of further rate increases, with upcoming employment data eyed closely. Major companies like BHP and Woodside announced new leadership.Read More

Geopolitical tensions and volatile commodity markets are forcing investors to rethink traditional strategies, shifting focus from returns to resilience. Experts predict prolonged conflicts will drive structural changes in energy markets and favor defence stocks, while central banks remain cautious due to persistent inflation, limiting interest rate cuts.Read More

Rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran could reshape global markets, with energy disruption emerging as the biggest risk. Europe, still vulnerable after the Russia–Ukraine crisis, faces renewed pressure from potential LNG shortages, higher inflation, and slower growth, while the euro may weaken further amid escalating geopolitical and economic uncertainty.Read More

Market expert Sudip Bandyopadhyay sees current market dips as buying chances. He recommends L&T for its future order potential. PSU banks like SBI are strong long-term holds. Chemicals and agrochemicals are poised for growth despite headwinds. EMS sector benefits from policy changes. Metals, especially aluminium producers, are strong. KEI Industries requires patience. Investors can find...Read More