Tariff-stunned markets faced turmoil with Trump’s tariffs shaking global asset prices. The S&P 500 recorded its biggest weekly drop since March 2020, while the Nasdaq Composite entered a bear market. Investors fear a global recession, with the U.S.-China trade battle escalating. Upcoming earnings reports and inflation data may further influence market outlook amid uncertainties.
High margin requirements will discourage undue speculation in electricity futures: Sebi Chief Pandey
A high initial-margin requirement will discourage “undue speculation” in the newly-launched electricity futures segment, Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Friday.