Trading activity in shares and equity derivatives declined significantly in November, influenced by weak stock market sentiment and new regulatory measures by Sebi to limit speculative trading in futures and options. The implementation resulted in significant drops in options and futures turnover and lower average daily trading volume. Increased contract sizes and discontinued weekly contracts also contributed to the fall.
Gold poised for weekly loss as US delays decision on Middle East involvement
Gold prices remained stable on Friday but are set for a weekly loss as President Trump delayed a decision on intervention in the Israel-Iran conflict.