JSW Steel’s JFE partnership is a “game changer”, says Fort Capital’s Parag Thakkar, as the deal cuts debt by ₹37,250 crore and strengthens long-term expansion plans. Thakkar also sees PSU bank corrections as strong buying opportunities, led by robust credit growth and low-cost deposits. He remains bullish on India’s economic outlook and cautious on over-heated...Read More

The Indian rupee’s slide towards 90 has sparked market speculation, with experts suggesting it’s seeking equilibrium due to unfavorable current and capital accounts. While short-term dips to 90.5-91 are possible, fundamentals point to a medium-term recovery towards 88, indicating potential undervaluation.Read More

Uncertainty surrounding a U.S.-India trade deal is driving rupee volatility, with the currency potentially falling to 92 per dollar if an agreement is delayed. The rupee has already hit an all-time low, becoming Asia’s worst performer due to a widening trade gap and weak investment flows.Read More

Market expert Sunil Subramaniam anticipates a quiet December for equities. He believes a significant recovery is unlikely this month, with a positive bias expected. Foreign institutional investors are booking profits and taking vacations. Domestic institutional investors are building cash. A potential RBI rate cut could offer a brief trigger.Read More

Indian government bonds are experiencing a downturn, with yields climbing as the rupee weakens and policy uncertainty looms. Despite robust economic growth and low inflation, traders are hesitant ahead of the central bank’s decision. The Reserve Bank of India’s liquidity operations are adding to market confusion, leaving investors awaiting clear signals on future rate cuts...Read More

Bitcoin and Ethereum climbed to two-week highs as strong expectations of a Fed rate cut boosted risk sentiment. BTC hovered near $93,400 while ETH crossed $3,200. Analysts said softer U.S. data, improving liquidity and renewed ETF inflows supported the rebound, though leverage remains muted amid recent liquidation-driven caution.Read More

Gold hovered near Rs 1.30 lakh as traders awaited next week’s U.S. Fed meeting, with expectations of a rate cut keeping global prices firm above $4,200. Weak U.S. payroll data and a soft dollar supported bullion, while analysts said a dovish Fed could trigger a breakout above Rs 1.31 lakh.Read More

Meesho’s ₹5,421 crore IPO has seen strong demand, subscribed over 3 times by Day 2, led by robust retail participation. Grey market trends point to a potential 40% listing premium, boosting expectations for one of the year’s most anticipated market debuts.Read More

Markets anticipate a US Federal Reserve rate cut next week, with equities and bonds showing enthusiasm. Gold and oil are seen as attractive investments due to supportive fundamentals and global economic momentum. Currency movements, particularly the yen and rupee, will significantly influence equity market performance, with stability crucial for new highs.Read More

Bond investors have raised concerns that Kevin Hassett, a leading contender to replace Jerome Powell, may push for aggressive rate cuts aligned with President Trump’s preferences. Treasury officials were briefed by major Wall Street players, who worry Hassett could prioritise political objectives over market stability and the Fed’s inflation mandate.Read More