MFs are ramping up exposure to smallcaps, with 13 picks soaring up to 115% in six months and three turning multibaggers.Read More

Nestle Q4 Results: Revenue from operations grew 23% to Rs 6,748 crore, up from Rs 5,504 crore in the corresponding period last year.Read More

A report by CoinSwitch shows Indian investors are most active in crypto trading between 10–11 PM, reflecting a preference for post-work hours. Despite 24/7 markets, weekday trading dominates, indicating a shift toward more disciplined, routine-driven investing.Read More

Derivatives business faces a structural reset post FY25 regulatory changes, with growth now driven by a smaller but stable customer base, increased market volatility, and an evolving product mix. Despite a dip in equity derivatives participation, future growth is anticipated from overall industry expansion and increasing per-user activity as younger investors engage more.Read More

South Korea’s KOSPI index reached an all-time high, surpassing its previous peak, driven by a surge in chipmakers following robust export data. Semiconductor sales saw a significant increase, boosting investor sentiment ahead of key corporate earnings reports. The market is closely watching upcoming results from major players like SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics.Read More

Australian shares saw little movement as investors awaited U.S.-Iran peace talk developments. Mining giant Rio Tinto bucked the trend, rising on strong first-quarter output. Meanwhile, tech and real estate sectors showed recovery in April after significant March quarter losses. Across the Tasman, New Zealand’s inflation held steady at 3.1%.Read More

Japan’s Nikkei index saw gains on Tuesday. This rise was driven by hopes of peace talks between Tehran and Washington. Investors bought major technology companies. Chip-related stocks performed well. However, some experts warn of potential market corrections due to supply chain disruptions. Banking shares and Toyota Motor experienced declines.Read More

Export-oriented shrimp and textile stocks rallied up to 7% on Tuesday after the US began rolling out refunds for tariffs imposed during Donald Trump’s presidency, following a Supreme Court ruling that struck them down. Companies like Gokaldas Exports and Avanti Feeds saw strong gains as investors bet on improved US demand and stability ahead.Read More

Indian markets extended gains for a third straight session, supported by easing oil prices and optimism around US-Iran talks. Sensex and Nifty rose sharply, adding over Rs 8 lakh crore in market capitalisation. Broader markets and realty stocks led gains, while declining volatility signalled improving investor sentiment.Read More

Global supply chains are showing stress as inventories run dry. This is impacting manufacturing and even international aviation. Oil markets face short-term volatility with long-term questions about resilience. India’s energy exposure is a temporary risk, with a focus on electrification. The global economy operates within a narrowing window of resilience.Read More