The impending listing of the National Stock Exchange is poised to significantly bolster the financial health of three state-run general insurers. Their combined stake in the exchange, valued at approximately ₹11,500-12,000 crore, could improve their solvency ratios by nearly one percentage point, offering a substantial boost to their balance sheets.
Nasdaq rises 1%, Dow, S&P close higher as weak jobs data tempers rate hike bets
U.S. stocks finished higher following a weaker-than-expected jobs report which eased rate hike expectations. Nonfarm payrolls rose by only 29,000, significantly below economists’ forecasts of
October 2, 2026