Copper prices inched higher on Tuesday but showed signs of cooling after a strong recent rally. On MCX, January 2026 copper futures rose 3.3% to ₹1,273.50 per kg, after hitting an intraday high of ₹1,306.05. The broader metals market appears to be entering a consolidation phase near year-end.Read More

India’s Rs 79,000 crore defence procurement clearance strengthens the capital expenditure upcycle and boosts long-term order visibility for defence PSUs and private players. Analysts highlight missiles, electronics, drones and shipbuilding as key beneficiaries, with policy reforms further supporting MSMEs and defence start-ups.Read More

Eternal shares fell to a more than five-month low after the resignation of Blinkit chief financial officer Vipin Kapooria rattled investor confidence, even as competition in India’s quick-commerce sector intensifies ahead of a wave of public listings.Read More

Japanese government bonds experienced their sharpest yield jump in three decades this year, driven by fiscal stimulus concerns and entrenched inflation. The central bank’s reduced bond buying and policy rate hikes also pressured yields. Analysts suggest further rate increases are likely, potentially accelerated if the yen weakens significantly, making currency defense a priority.Read More

Crypto markets dip over 2% amid thinning year-end volumes, with Bitcoin trading near $87K and Ethereum at $2,952. Analysts cite macro caution, technical resistance, and profit-taking in precious metals. Altcoins face mixed movements, while global liquidity signals keep crypto in consolidation ahead of 2026.Read More

Emkay Global initiated coverage on Lenskart with a target price of Rs 525, citing strong long-term growth potential despite optically rich valuations. The brokerage expects robust revenue and earnings compounding driven by industry tailwinds, scale benefits, operating leverage and multiple scalable growth opportunities across India and international markets.Read More

Auto ancillary stocks have significantly outperformed OEMs in 2025, with several companies delivering over 100% returns. Projections indicate India’s auto component market could reach $200 billion by 2030, fueled by strong export growth and the nation’s role as a global manufacturing hub. Lumax Auto Technologies led the pack with a 131% surge.Read More

Investors navigating global and Indian markets benefit from understanding fundamental and technical analysis. Fundamental analysis identifies strong companies for long-term growth, while technical analysis helps optimise timing in volatile markets. High-net-worth individuals can combine both approaches to enhance portfolio performance and manage risks effectively.Read More

Indian government bonds traded narrowly as a large state debt supply and fading risk appetite weighed on the market. The benchmark 10-year yield hovered near 6.60% amid a widening liquidity deficit, despite the RBI’s bond purchases. Traders anticipate a heavy fourth-quarter debt calendar, potentially setting a record high.Read More

Shares of MMTC Ltd fell 4.88% to Rs 67.21 on Tuesday as gold and silver prices retreated from recent highs. The government-owned bullion trader’s performance is closely linked to precious metal trends, with profit-taking and year-end volatility contributing to the stock’s decline, despite a morning rebound in metals.Read More