Capital market stocks saw gains Friday after regulator Sebi’s circular on the Closing Auction Session mechanism. Trader pushback against CAS-linked settlement pricing prompted Sebi to respond to market concerns. Erratic settlement prints since August 3 caused option premiums to swing significantly. Market participants anticipate Sebi’s paper will reduce reliance on the single CAS print. This move is expected to restore trader confidence and remove trading volume overhang.
AI stocks: Midterm elections could threaten AI trade as data center backlash grows
Public opposition to US data centers and the November midterm elections could reshape AI infrastructure investment. Increased regulatory scrutiny, rising electricity costs and construction delays