Asian shares slip as Middle East unrest deepens
Oil prices are rising. Asian stocks are mostly down following Wall Street’s losses. Middle East tensions are escalating. There is concern about potential US involvement. Donald Trump has commented on Iran. Investors are watching economic data. The Federal Reserve is meeting. Some anticipate a pullback in US equities. Global stocks may outperform US stocks in […]
Why investors should consider overnight and liquid funds amid falling savings rates?
With banks reducing savings account interest rates, financial planners are advising investors to consider overnight and liquid funds for parking surplus money. These funds invest in short-term securities, offering potentially higher returns (5-5.5%) compared to savings accounts.
Top 5 Indian IT exporters lose revenue share as mid-tier companies rise
The top five IT exporters’ revenue share declined to a 29-quarter low of 81.3% in March 2025, as mid-tier firms like Coforge and Hexaware gained traction. These smaller companies benefited from clients’ shift towards short-term projects, outpacing larger peers in revenue and profit growth over several quarters. Geopolitical uncertainty has also contributed to delayed decision-making.
ArisInfra Solutions plans Rs 499.6 crore IPO to repay debt and boost working capital
ArisInfra Solutions, a B2B platform for construction materials, is planning an IPO. The company aims to raise ₹499.6 crore. The funds will be used to repay debt and for working capital. Revenue has grown, and the company reported profit recently. However, longer collection times and client concentration are concerns. Investors may consider tracking performance post-listing.
Gold set to gain share in forex reserves as dollar outlook dims: WGC
Gold reserves: A World Gold Council survey shows nearly half of central banks plan to boost gold reserves amid geopolitical risks. Gold may outpace the US dollar, with growing preference for safer, non-dollar assets including yuan and euro.
Nifty faces resistance at 25,000 mark amid geopolitical tensions
The Nifty benchmark faces a significant hurdle at the 25,000 mark in 2025, struggling to maintain levels above it amid geopolitical tensions and a lack of positive catalysts. Analysts observe profit booking and heavy call writing around this level, indicating resistance to further upward movement.
Rupee hits two-month low amid rising crude oil prices
The Indian rupee weakened to a two-month low of 86.28 against the dollar due to escalating tensions in West Asia, which drove crude oil prices higher. Concerns over a potential Israel-Iran conflict disrupting oil supplies further pressured the rupee, while foreign investors selling Indian assets added to the currency’s woes. RBI intervention helped limit the […]
NSE F&O expiry shifts to Tuesday, BSE’s to Thursday from Sept 1
NSE is changing its weekly and monthly derivatives expiry day to Tuesday, effective September 1st. Simultaneously, BSE will shift its expiry day to Thursday from the same date. This strategic move follows Sebi’s mandate to limit equity derivatives expiries to Tuesdays or Thursdays, aiming to redistribute trading preferences between the two exchanges.
Hot Stocks: 3 stocks that may give returns between 12-29%
Analysts predict significant upside for select stocks. Max Financial Services is projected to rise 16% due to its diversified product mix and strong partnerships. Schneider Electric Infrastructure could jump nearly 19% benefiting from government schemes and grid capex growth. Navin Fluorine is expected to gain over 12%, driven by new contracts and past investments.