Indian stock markets saw a modest rise on Friday. The Nifty and Sensex closed higher, gaining about half a per cent. This uptick followed a US interest rate cut. However, uncertainty surrounding a US-India trade deal and a weaker rupee limited further gains. Investors are awaiting clarity on trade tariffs.Read More

Sebi has enhanced governance at Market Infrastructure Institutions by mandating the appointment of two executive directors. One ED will manage critical operations, while the other will oversee regulatory functions, compliance, risk, and investor grievances. Both will join the governing board, with hiring to be done through open advertisements.Read More

Tata Steel plans a nearly 50% capacity expansion in India to defend market share and secure raw materials, with most capex expected from internal accruals. This strategic move aims to align new capacities with anticipated demand growth post-FY29, ensuring profitability and maintaining a healthy balance sheet.Read More

Nasdaq filed a new rule on Friday that would allow the exchange to block IPOs even when companies meet all listing standards if it detects red flags that could make a company’s stock vulnerable to manipulation.Read More

U.S. 10-year Treasury yields rose on Friday after two straight sessions of declines, as investors assessed commentary from a flurry of Fed speakers and a positive outlook on the economy.Read More

Usha Martin’s promoter, Peterhouse Investments India Limited, divested 23 lakh shares for Rs 99 crore in a block deal. Morgan Stanley and Bandhan Mutual Fund were among the buyers, acquiring shares at Rs 430 each. The transaction occurred as Usha Martin’s stock closed higher at Rs 440.45.Read More

LIC has reduced its stake in Adani Ports to 7.34% by selling nearly 3.9 crore shares since 2022, even as the stock outperforms benchmarks and posts strong quarterly revenue and profit growth.Read More

Shares of cannabis companies jumped on Friday after the Washington Post reported U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to push the government to dramatically loosen federal restrictions on marijuana.Read More

Sebi has dropped insider trading charges against Pranav Adani and two others, ruling their Adani Green trades occurred after news of the SB Energy acquisition became public, making the information no longer price sensitive.Read More

Gold and silver prices surged to all-time highs on MCX as the rupee hit a record low, with global safe-haven demand, wedding-season buying and strong investor interest driving bullion’s sharp 2025 rally.Read More