Indian stocks finished higher Wednesday, with the Sensex and Nifty rising for a second straight session, lifted by optimism around progress in India-U.S. trade talks and expectations that the Federal Reserve will trim interest rates later in the day.Read More

India’s massive gold holdings, totaling nearly $3.5 trillion across households, RBI, and religious institutions, highlight its economic resilience. Gurmeet Chadha countered the “dead economy” tag amid global uncertainties, citing robust Q1 FY26 GDP growth of 7.8% and strong domestic consumption, services, and manufacturing, underscoring India’s sustained financial strength.Read More

The Indian Rupee saw gains on Wednesday. This was due to a weaker dollar. Positive sentiment from trade talks with Washington also helped. The rupee reached an intra-day high. Expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut further boosted the currency. Market observers are watching for the Fed’s future actions. Trade policy developments will also...Read More

Euro zone government bond yields edged lower on Wednesday ahead of a widely-expected U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut later in the day, with focus on any cues over the extent of easing the Fed may deliver this year.Read More

Metal major Vedanta’s shares fell nearly 4% on Wednesday to hit the day’s low of Rs 471 after its demerger plans received another setback. The government reportedly doubled down its objection, accusing the proposed demerger scheme of being a tactic to hinder the recovery of its dues.Read More

The EV to MCAP ratio compares a company’s enterprise value to market capitalization, highlighting debt, cash reserves, and valuation. It helps investors assess risk, growth potential, and industry-specific financial health.Read More

Aluminium prices are hovering near a six-month high amid supply concerns, with LME stocks plunging and Chinese output capped by annual limits. Experts suggest buying on dips toward Rs 256-258 with targets of Rs 266-268, implying up to 4% short-term upside.Read More

State Bank of India (SBI) has divested its 13.19% stake in Yes Bank to Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) for Rs 8,889 crore at Rs 21.50 per share, following approvals from the RBI and Competition Commission of India (CCI). As part of the RBI’s ‘Reconstruction Scheme 2020’, a consortium of eight banks led by...Read More

Jefferies’ Chris Wood warned that Wall Street’s AI-driven rally could end in a “massive overinvestment bust” as hyperscalers ramp up $350 billion in AI capex. He cautioned that stretched valuations and retail-driven buying may trigger a sharp correction once sentiment shifts.Read More

Investors focus on Vedanta’s demerger, DreamFolks’ setback, and GST-driven auto demand. L&T shows resilience, Reliance faces near-term limits, highlighting mixed short-term risks and long-term value opportunities across sectors.Read More