Rail stocks surged with RVNL and Ircon leading, as reports suggest the upcoming Union Budget may increase Indian Railways’ capital expenditure by 15-20% to over Rs 3 lakh crore for FY26. The higher allocation is expected to fund new tracks, upgrades, and rolling stock purchases, driving optimism among investors.
US consumer sentiment near record low ahead of midterm elections
In October, consumer sentiment in the U.S. plummeted to a concerning 48.0, driven by rising prices and economic worries amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.