Gold prices hit fresh all-time high of Rs 1,12,419/10 gms. Will Fed’s next move push it past Rs 1,13,000?
Gold October futures hit a record ₹1,12,419/10g on Tuesday, up ₹23,000 from lifetime lows, as safe-haven demand stays strong ahead of the Fed chief’s speech. Silver futures stayed muted at ₹1,33,531/kg after Monday’s sharp rally.
Adani Power shares tumble 6% on profit booking after 35% rally in 3 days
Adani Power shares experienced a decline following profit booking after a significant surge post-stock split and positive brokerage views. Morgan Stanley’s optimistic outlook, projecting substantial growth in capacity and profitability, initially fueled the rally. However, investors cashed in on gains despite SEBI’s clearance of stock manipulation allegations, impacting other Adani Group stocks as well.
ETMarkets Smart Talk| Two more US Fed cuts could trigger FII comeback to Indian equities, says SMC Global’s Ajay Garg
The US Federal Reserve’s rate cut sets the stage for increased FII inflows into Indian equities, driven by strong domestic fundamentals and festive demand. Despite recent selling due to high valuations, further rate cuts and supportive policies may lure investors back. Sectors like automobiles, consumer durables, and metals are expected to outperform, while gold and […]
Millennials & Gen Z to drive majority of home purchases by 2030: Binitha Dalal
India’s real estate market is poised for substantial growth, potentially reaching $5-10 trillion by 2047, fueled by urbanization and rising incomes. Millennials and Gen Z are set to dominate housing demand by 2030, prompting innovation in housing models and technology integration. REITs offer attractive yields, while residential sales remain resilient due to easing interest rates.
Oil little changed as traders assess supply risks
Oil prices remained stable amidst geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and Russia, coupled with concerns over trade tariffs impacting fuel demand. Escalating conflict in Gaza and Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian energy facilities added to market uncertainty. The EU’s planned ban on Russian LNG imports and NATO’s accusations against Russia further influenced the oil […]
Asian markets edge higher after Wall Street rally
Asian stocks experienced a slight increase following Wall Street’s record-breaking rally, fueled by renewed optimism in big tech, particularly Nvidia’s investment in OpenAI. While US equities have risen for three weeks, buoyed by the anticipated Federal Reserve rate cut, investors are advised to remain cautiously optimistic.
IT stocks plummet as Trump increases H-1B visa costs
Information technology stocks faced a downturn on Monday, pulling market indices down due to President Trump’s decision to increase H-1B visa costs. The Nifty IT index experienced a significant drop, with major companies like Infosys, TCS, and Wipro declining. This move heightened concerns about the sector’s growth prospects, already facing uncertainty from AI and a […]
Insurers plan performance-linked battery cover as EVs gain traction
Insurers are adapting motor insurance for electric vehicles (EVs) to address battery-related risks, a major EV cost component. Performance-linked battery failure coverage is being developed, unlike internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles where claims are mainly accident-related. Insurers are collaborating with automakers to create specialized covers, including residual charging protection and performance guarantees, reflecting the unique […]
Sebi moves to fix ‘glitches’ in online trading platform rules
SEBI is proposing changes to the framework for technical glitches in stockbrokers’ online trading systems, excluding issues outside trading hours or beyond their control. The new rules will apply to brokers with over 10,000 clients, exempting 457 smaller firms. Financial penalties will be waived for glitches with minor operational impacts, and exchanges will disclose glitch […]
How will Trump’s $100,000 H-1B levy impact Indian IT earnings?
Brokerages anticipate a limited impact on Indian IT companies’ earnings due to Donald Trump’s $100,000 H-1B levy. They expect increased offshoring and localization to largely compensate for the levy. Nomura, Kotak, and BofA suggest accumulating large-cap stocks like Infosys and TCS during market dips, viewing the disruption as temporary.