Indian government bonds are poised for a positive start on Wednesday, the final trading day of 2025, following robust demand at a state debt auction. The benchmark 10-year yield is anticipated to trade within a tight range. Strong liquidity infusions from the Reserve Bank of India are also supporting bond prices, with overnight swap rates...Read More

Indian stock markets begin 2026 at new peaks. Opportunities are emerging in mid-cap stocks, offering a compelling risk-reward. Experts anticipate a strong year driven by rate cuts and domestic growth. Banks and real estate are expected to perform well. Investors should be cautious of highly valued sectors. Primary market issuances are also projected to remain...Read More

Indian companies are increasingly turning to public markets for growth capital. The average size of mainboard IPOs has significantly increased. The SME segment also saw substantial growth. India led the world in IPO numbers in 2025, demonstrating broad-based participation and a dynamic capital formation ecosystem.Read More

Hindustan Zinc shares are in focus as silver prices dipped 6% to $73 per ounce, despite both metals poised for historic 2025 gains. Driven by monetary easing, geopolitical risks, and strong demand, silver has surged 157% this year. Jefferies maintains a Buy rating, citing the company’s benefit from higher metal prices and cost efficiencies.Read More

Gold and silver futures experienced a pullback on the final trading day of 2025, with silver futures tumbling 6% due to aggressive profit-booking after reaching record highs. Despite this near-term softness, both precious metals are set to close the year with historic annual gains, supported by ongoing geopolitical tensions.Read More

Indian stock markets ended 2025 as the world’s worst performers. Foreign investors pulled out billions due to currency depreciation and expensive valuations. However, 2026 offers hope. Supportive policies, easing trade risks, and potential rate cuts are expected to boost domestic growth and earnings. This could lead to a market recovery, attracting renewed investor interest.Read More

Bharat Forge Limited has secured its largest small arms contract. The Ministry of Defence awarded the company a deal worth Rs 1,661.9 crore. This contract is for supplying 255,128 Close Quarter Battle Carbines to the Indian Army. The carbines are indigenously designed and developed. Execution of this significant contract is expected to begin within five...Read More

IndiGo Airlines is under scrutiny following substantial tax demand orders from the Goods and Services Tax department. The airline has received a penalty of Rs 458.26 crore for financial years 2018-19 to 2022-23. IndiGo believes these orders are incorrect and plans to contest them legally. A separate order for Rs 14.59 lakh was also received...Read More

The U.S. dollar is set for its largest yearly fall since 2017. Concerns over interest rate cuts and trade policies are impacting currency markets. The euro and sterling have seen significant gains. The Japanese yen is an outlier, remaining flat. Analysts expect the dollar’s weakness to continue into 2026.Read More

The oil market took a sharp turn in 2025 as prices dropped significantly, ushering in a new era of reduced costs. Factors like geopolitical upheaval and surging output from OPEC+ played key roles in this downturn. After a brief surge fueled by sanctions and unrest, the overall trend demonstrated a shift.Read More