Asian stocks declined as US inflation accelerated, influenced by rising oil prices following the conflict in Iran. This prompted an increase in Treasury yields and boosted bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike in 2027. Elevated oil prices and inflation risks now threaten the recent equity rebound, particularly impacting chipmakers.
A short squeeze or sentiment rally? Here’s why SAIL shares surged 14% today
Shares of Steel Authority of India (SAIL) jumped 14% on Wednesday, driven largely by a short squeeze as traders with heavy bearish derivative positions were