Jewellery stocks like Kalyan Jewellers and Senco Gold tumbled up to 6% after the government hiked customs duty on gold and silver imports to 15%. This move aims to narrow India’s trade deficit and support the rupee, but could dampen demand for precious metals. Organised players may fare better than smaller jewellers.
Fed’s Jefferson urges patience on rates; Kashkari sees more hikes ahead
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson stated that he sees no immediate need for further interest rate adjustments. He emphasized that future decisions would depend