D-Street shows trust in IT resilience, stocks gain ahead of Q4 results
Traders are exhibiting unexpected confidence in IT stocks ahead of the Q4 results season, cutting bearish bets and initiating long positions. This shift is driven by expectations of a slowdown in AI adoption, coupled with attractive valuations and oversold conditions, signaling a potential contrarian opportunity for the sector.
Sebi grants one-time relaxation to companies planning public issues
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has granted a one-time extension for observation letters of public issue companies, valid until September 30, 2026. This move aims to ease fundraising pressures amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility, allowing companies to avoid regulatory duplication and recalibrate issuance plans.
Rupee has a 3rd good day, rises 9 paise to 92.98
The Indian rupee strengthened for a third consecutive day, closing at 92.98 against the US dollar. This rise reflects anticipated unwinding of lender positions in overseas markets. The currency traded within a narrow range due to ongoing US-Iran negotiations. Central bank measures have helped stabilize volatility.
Goldman, BoA, Citadel clash with brokers over options clearing
Big Wall Street firms like Bank of America, Citadel Securities, and Goldman Sachs support a new plan from the Options Clearing. This plan changes how money is collected to cover defaults. Retail brokers, however, fear this will cost them hundreds of millions. The dispute highlights growing friction over risk management as retail trading surges.