Gold prices remained stable as investors adopted a cautious stance amid Middle East tensions. U.S. President Trump’s comments on the Iran conflict and a weakening dollar influenced the market. With inflation concerns rising and interest rate cut expectations diminishing, gold’s appeal as an inflation hedge is noted. Key U.S. economic data releases are anticipated this...Read More

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Sundaram Alternates is launching a hybrid private credit and equity fund targeting ₹1,500 crore, aiming for 18-20% returns. The fund will allocate 51-60% to listed equities and 40-49% to high-yield private credit, focusing on mid-market businesses and real estate opportunities.Read More

Banking stocks plunged on Monday, with the Bank Nifty seeing its steepest fall since April 2025. Maharashtra’s farm loan waiver announcement triggered widespread selling, particularly impacting state-owned banks. This, coupled with foreign investors’ cautious stance on Indian equities, led to significant losses across the banking sector, with Union Bank of India and IDFC First Bank...Read More

Indian stock markets saw a significant downturn since September 2024. Many top companies experienced sharp declines. Over 700 NSE-listed stocks fell, with a large portion dropping over 20%. Smallcap and Microcap indices also registered substantial losses. This indicates a growing risk aversion in the market’s lower segments.Read More

Rising US-Iran tensions are impacting Indian chemical makers. Higher crude oil prices are increasing input costs for essential materials like methanol. Shipping delays and rerouting are adding to expenses. This situation affects companies reliant on imports from the Gulf. The fertilizer industry also faces supply shortages. These factors are squeezing profit margins for many Indian...Read More

JPMorgan’s trading desk is tactically bearish on US stocks, warning of a potential 10% S&P 500 correction due to the ongoing Iran conflict. Traders are unprepared for this drop, with positioning currently neutral. Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel, raising stagflation concerns, though these risks could subside if the conflict is short-lived.Read More

Edelweiss Financial Services has secured fresh capital for its alternatives arm, EAAA India Alternatives, selling a 4.4% stake for ₹375 crore. This move precedes the platform’s planned listing in India’s private credit and real assets sector, with EAAA currently managing approximately ₹68,175 crore in assets.Read More

Stablecoins, pegged to the US dollar and backed by Treasurys, are revolutionizing finance despite original crypto intentions. President Trump champions their adoption, viewing them as a path to making America the ‘Crypto Capital.’ These digital assets, now worth $300 billion, offer a stable haven within the volatile crypto market, significantly impacting the Treasury market.Read More

The Reserve Bank of India purchased bonds at higher prices than the market on Monday. This move aimed to control bond yields during a period of geopolitical uncertainty. Market participants offered a significant amount for the bonds. The RBI’s action is seen as an effort to lower yields in the current uncertain environment.Read More