Markets slipped on Friday as investors turned defensive ahead of Sunday’s Union Budget, with IT and metal stocks weighing on sentiment. Analysts highlighted persistent volatility amid global uncertainties, Fed leadership changes and FII pressure. With key levels holding firm, traders now await Budget cues to determine the market’s next decisive move.
Federal Bank to acquire 4.5 lakh Standard Chartered card portfolio
Federal Bank is set to acquire a significant credit card portfolio from Standard Chartered Bank. This deal involves approximately 450,000 cards. The acquisition will boost