The dollar experienced its sharpest annual decline in eight years, with further weakness anticipated if the next Federal Reserve chief pursues deeper interest-rate cuts. Traders are betting on continued dollar depreciation, especially with the potential for a dovish successor to Fed Chair Jerome Powell. This divergence in monetary policy compared to other developed nations is...Read More
Indian markets began the year range-bound, closing slightly higher amid thin trading and continued FII selling. Key drivers ahead include Q3 earnings, budget expectations, and global cues like the India-US trade deal and Fed actions, with earnings growth anticipated to lead in 2026.Read More
Indian stocks offer a mixed outlook for 2026. Valuations are lower than historical averages, a positive sign. However, they remain pricier than regional markets like China and Korea. Foreign investors have stayed away for months. A turnaround in earnings, a trade deal with the US, or shifts in the US AI sector could draw them...Read More
Indian equities historically struggle in January, with the Nifty and Sensex often seeing declines. However, analysts suggest this year might differ, potentially boosted by the upcoming Union Budget. Technical indicators point to potential gains if key levels are breached, while broader markets have shown more resilience. The Nifty closed slightly higher on the first trading...Read More
Indian equities began 2026 on a muted note, with benchmark indices closing flat amid thin trading volumes and a lack of global cues. While the Nifty and Sensex saw minor movements, stock-specific actions dominated, particularly in the auto sector. The FMCG index faced pressure due to a decline in ITC shares following an excise duty...Read More
The amendments also clarify that the prohibition on creating encumbrance or charge on assets backing policyholders’ liabilities will not apply to repo, reverse repo and securities lending transactions, providing insurers greater operational flexibility in managing liquidity.Read More
During a review meeting with chief executives of leading housing finance companies (HFCs) last week, the NHB chief said disbursements were “not up to the mark” and urged lenders to sharpen their focus on the programme, officials familiar with the discussions said.Read More
Sebi has barred 26 individuals from the securities market for up to two years for manipulating the price of SME-listed DU Digital Technologies, whose stock surged 1,393% between 2021 and 2023. The regulator ordered disgorgement of Rs 98.78 lakh plus interest and imposed penalties totalling Rs 1.87 crore after finding coordinated, deceptive trading.Read More
The Indian market ended Thursday with the Sensex marginally lower and the Nifty slightly higher, as gains in IT stocks offset losses in FMCG counters like ITC following a new cigarette tax. Trading was thin due to global holidays, with attention now on Q3 earnings, budget cues, and global developments shaping 2026.Read More
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