Oil prices fall 1% as investors weigh pause in US strikes on Iran
Oil prices dropped as market participants assessed a pause in US strikes on Iran. Hopes for a diplomatic solution eased concerns about Middle East energy flows. President Trump indicated positive talks with Iran, but warned of resuming strikes if negotiations fail. Analysts noted reduced traffic through key shipping straits and demand destruction in Asia. US […]
Foreign capital inflows hit $32 billion as FCNR(B) deposits break 2013 record
India has attracted nearly $32 billion in foreign capital since the RBI announced special inflow measures on June 5, Governor Sanjay Malhotra said. FCNR(B) deposits have already exceeded the 2013 record, but strong dollar demand linked to costly oil imports and weak exporter hedging continues to keep the rupee near record lows.
Global Market Today: Asian stocks fall on AI jitters, oil extends drop
Asian equities dropped as artificial intelligence spending concerns fueled chipmaker selloffs. Crude oil extended its decline, with Brent slumping significantly on Monday. Investors await policy decisions from the Fed, Bank of Japan, and Bank of England. Earnings from megacap technology companies are also a key focus this week. Geopolitical developments and oil prices remain significant […]
Broker earnings stay under pressure in Q1 as derivatives trading slows
Most listed brokers saw earnings pressure in the June quarter. Trading activity in equity derivatives slowed, and gold and silver rallies reversed. Motilal Oswal Financial Services revenue surged eighty-eight percent during this period. Angel One and Anand Rathi Share & Stock Brokers reported profit declines. Investor participation remained healthy, but trading volumes were volatile.
NFO flows hit a 5-year low in June quarter, SIPs stay robust
New fund offer collections by asset management companies fell significantly. Funds raised through new fund offers reached a five-year low in June. This sharp decline followed weak equity market sentiments in the preceding quarter. Although market sentiment improved, it did not revive new fund offer fundraising. Established fund houses and differentiated products may still attract […]
FIIs increase PSU exposure, trim stakes in private banks
Foreign investors reduced holdings in top private banks over the past year. They increased stakes in select public sector lenders, showing a notable shift. This trend reflects closing performance gaps between public and private banking sectors. Analysts note diminished premiums for private banks as public ones improve. Investors now focus on individual bank performance rather […]