Indian markets ended the week steady, with BSE 500 up 1.3%. IT, telecom, and healthcare stocks led gains, supported by domestic and foreign investor inflows, while metals, auto, and industrials lagged slightly.
US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years, keeping Fed hike in play
US inflation climbed to 4.1% in May, driven by rising energy prices, keeping the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike plans on the table for September.