The benchmark NSE Nifty 50 Index has climbed in the six months leading to the vote in each of the past five elections, posting an average 16% return during the period, data compiled by Bloomberg show. Gains in the three months after the polls have averaged more than 3%.
Volatile yen draws intervention watch, other currencies subdued
In response to last week’s notable drop, currency markets have been closely monitoring the yen. Reports suggest that Japanese officials are conducting rate checks, hinting
September 21, 2026