US markets closed higher led by chip stocks, with Micron boosting sentiment through a massive investment plan tied to AI demand. Gains came despite rising US-Iran tensions. Stable jobless claims signaled labor resilience, while Fed rate hike expectations linger. Investors now shift focus to upcoming earnings season and valuations.Read More

US equity funding markets remain strained as high demand for leverage, driven by tech and AI stock enthusiasm, keeps repo rates elevated. Despite some easing, risks persist due to limited dealer balance sheet capacity and concentrated positions, raising concerns that any market correction could be sharper and more disruptive.Read More

Costco shares fell over 4% despite strong June sales as investors focused on valuation concerns and uneven regional growth. While US demand remained robust, weaker Canada performance and headwinds from currency and fuel price deflation weighed on sentiment, reflecting tighter scrutiny of premium consumer stocks.Read More

Sebi has cancelled twelve research analyst registrations for failing to pay renewal fees. These entities and individuals had their certificates cancelled after the fees remained unpaid. Sebi initiated summary proceedings after receiving no replies to issued notices.Read More

Groww assures investors direct mutual funds remain free for do-it-yourself users. The platform stated its commitment to zero-commission offerings for these investors. This clarification follows recent discussions regarding mutual fund offerings in the market.Read More

Indian equities recovered after Wednesday’s sharp selloff, with Sensex and Nifty closing higher as midcaps and smallcaps outperformed. Falling India VIX, supportive global cues and improving domestic outlook boosted sentiment, though geopolitical risks and Fed inflation concerns kept investors cautious.Read More

Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath reaffirmed the company’s commitment to offering direct mutual funds free of charge. He said Coin has helped investors save commissions, while many rival platforms have exited or reconsidered the low-cost direct mutual fund business model.Read More

Wall Street rose as chip stocks rallied, offsetting concerns over escalating US-Iran tensions. Gains in semiconductor firms, led by Micron and Applied Materials, lifted indexes, while Meta slipped on AI chip updates. Stable jobless claims supported sentiment, though volatility in AI-linked stocks and rate hike expectations kept markets cautious.Read More

SBI Funds Management is confident its Rs 11,600-crore IPO will succeed despite market volatilities. The asset manager aims to double its international book to USD 5 billion within three years. This revenue augmentation plan includes expanding global presence and staff. The company is also focusing on its alternatives business and potential acquisitions. Parent SBI contributes...Read More

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