US stocks today: S&P 500 ends down as AI worries hit chipmakers

U.S. markets closed lower as chip stocks declined on concerns the AI-driven rally may be overstretched. Losses in Micron and other semiconductor firms weighed on indices, while rising competition from China and unmet expectations after Samsung’s earnings added pressure. Investors are reassessing valuations amid continued volatility in AI-linked stocks.

NCDEX revives black pepper futures to boost India’s price discovery

NCDEX has relaunched black pepper futures after more than a decade, aiming to restore India’s role in global price discovery. The contract offers farmers, traders and exporters a regulated platform for hedging, transparent pricing and better risk management amid volatile commodity markets.

Kalyan Jewellers posts strong Q1 growth on robust demand

Kalyan Jewellers reported strong first-quarter revenue growth, supported by resilient domestic demand, healthy international performance and rapid expansion of recycled gold usage. The company also added new stores and said it entered the current quarter with positive momentum ahead of festive demand.

RBI to conduct Rs 25,000-cr overnight variable rate repo auction on Jul 8

The Reserve Bank of India is set to hold an overnight variable rate repo auction on July 8, offering Rs 25,000 crore. This auction aims to address current liquidity dynamics, and the funds will revert on July 9. Following less engagement in a prior auction due to excessive liquidity, this move seeks to adjust the […]

Micron, Intel shares crash up to 8% as Samsung fails to calm concerns over AI

Global semiconductor stocks fell sharply as Micron and Intel dropped up to 8%, tracking weakness in Asian peers despite strong Samsung earnings. Investors are reassessing valuations after a strong AI-led rally, while concerns over custom chip development and future demand are making markets more selective towards AI-linked semiconductor companies.

Ola Electric shares drop 9% in 3 days. What’s spooking investors?

Ola Electric Mobility shares fell over 2%, extending their three-day decline to 9%, after media reports said two vendors had filed fresh insolvency pleas against its subsidiary over alleged unpaid dues of more than Rs 40 crore. The company also recently reported a sequential jump in Q1FY27 vehicle registrations.