US stocks: Dow, S&P slip as investors eye Mideast talks, earnings

Major stock indexes closed lower on Thursday, pausing after a strong start to the week. Investors digested corporate earnings and looked for progress toward a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran. Oil prices rose, with U.S. crude settling up 2.75% at $77.29 a barrel. Data storage companies Western Digital and Sandisk saw significant drops […]

Sebi proposes separate master circular for clearing corporations

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to refine regulations for stock exchanges and clearing corporations. There will be a distinct master circular for clearing entities, alongside enhanced website disclosure obligations. Additionally, existing provisions regarding stock brokers are to be eliminated from current master circulars. This initiative seeks to unify standards and […]

Options volumes crash over 50% in FY26 after Sebi’s strict rules

Options trading volumes in India dropped 51% in FY26 after Sebi tightened derivatives rules to curb retail speculation. Higher contract sizes, uniform expiries, upfront premium collection and increased transaction taxes reduced expiry-day trading while encouraging healthier market participation and stability.

India tops world in IPO count, ranks third in fundraising in FY26: SEBI Annual Report

India maintained its global lead in IPO numbers during FY2025-26. The nation secured third place worldwide for total funds raised through these offerings. SEBI implemented reforms to ease capital raising while protecting investors. These measures included restructuring public float requirements and extending shareholding timelines. The regulator also allowed founders to retain employee stock options for […]

Global Market: DBS raises full-year outlook as record Q2 profit beats estimates

DBS Group announced a robust nine percent increase in net profit for the second quarter, bolstered by a remarkable forty-two percent rise in wealth management fees. Following an exceptional first half, the bank upgraded its full-year guidance. Despite facing margin pressures, overall profit margins showed improvement with a higher return on equity. Additionally, shareholders will […]