Bihar election results highlight the impact of cash transfers on voter turnout and electoral success. While markets anticipate a positive reaction to the NDA’s victory, concerns are rising over the fiscal deficit implications of such populist spending. Brokerages note that increased subsidy spending could push states’ fiscal deficits beyond the 3% GDP ceiling.Read More
President Donald Trump has bought municipal and corporate bonds this fall. These include investments in companies like Netflix, Boeing, and Intel. The US government recently took a stake in Intel. Trump also purchased bonds from cities, school districts, utilities, and hospitals. These transactions were disclosed by the US Office of Government Ethics. Trump reported no sales of these assets.Read More
Nifty is poised for further gains, with analysts eyeing a decisive move above 26,000-26,100 for the next rally leg. Key support is seen at 25,500-25,750. Banking and IT strength are supporting the index, with expectations of retesting previous highs.Read More
The busy IPO season of 2025 is handing out some of the biggest returns to venture capital firms that backed these companies early. ET’s calculations show that VC firms have taken exits of around Rs 15,000 cr through recent listings, including Ather Energy, BlueStone, Lenskart, Urban Company, Groww and Pine Labs.Read More
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation is actively considering establishing a wholly owned subsidiary in India. The bank also plans to support Yes Bank’s strategic revival. SMBC aims to see Yes Bank regain its position among India’s top private sector banks. This move signifies SMBC’s long-term commitment to the Indian financial market.Read More
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