Real estate is reclaiming its investment spotlight this Diwali, driven by festive sentiment, attractive home loan rates, and RBI’s rate cuts. Premium and upper mid-income housing segments in Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities are witnessing strong demand from both end-users and investors seeking stable, long-term returns and enhanced lifestyle amenities.Read More

Oil prices are experiencing a second day of increases, spurred by sanctions and evolving trade negotiations. After recently touching a five-month low, the US has set its sights on acquiring oil to enhance its strategic reserves. Market hesitations persist as supply issues in vital regions continue to inhibit price declines. As the US-China trade talks...Read More

US stocks saw a mixed close Tuesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average led gains, driven by strong earnings in industrials and capital goods. Other sectors experienced mixed performance. Investors are closely watching upcoming earnings reports from major companies. The market shows a degree of indecision as it hovers near record highs.Read More

Indian stock markets will be closed on Wednesday, October 22, for Diwali Balipratipada. This follows a symbolic Muhurat trading session that marked the start of Samvat 2082. Normal trading will resume on Thursday, October 23. Market experts anticipate a profit-led revival for equities in the new Samvat year. Corporate profit recovery is key to market...Read More

Gold and silver prices have fallen sharply from their record highs. This profit-taking move follows rapid gains this year. Asian stocks showed mixed performance. US share futures edged lower. Treasuries advanced. Oil prices rose for a second day. Several factors contributed to the precious metals’ decline.Read More

Economists polled by Reuters anticipate the Federal Reserve will implement two 25-basis-point interest rate cuts this year, with the first expected next week. This shift in forecast reflects a growing concern among policymakers about the labor market’s weakening, despite ongoing inflation risks. However, significant division exists regarding the Fed’s rate trajectory by the end of...Read More

Japan’s financial landscape is becoming a hotspot for investors once more, thanks to an invigorated government promising fiscal stimulus and tax incentives. Global fund managers are enticed by the prospect of diversifying their portfolios away from the inflated markets of the U.S. and Europe.Read More

Prominent brands like Coke, 3M, General Motors, and Philip Morris are witnessing a notable strength in consumer spending. However, this strength is not universal. Affluent shoppers are driving economic growth with their spending, whereas consumers on the lower end of the income spectrum are struggling.Read More

Gold took a dip on Wednesday, driven by investors who are securing profits from a recent upswing. All eyes are now on the impending U.S. inflation data, a critical factor for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate strategies.Read More

A Sebi-constituted working group is proposing to increase transaction charges for clearing corporations like NSE Clearing. This move aims to bolster their financial independence and strengthen their balance sheets, potentially impacting NSE’s standalone earnings ahead of its IPO. Clearing members may also contribute to the settlement guarantee fund.Read More