Forex reserves drop to $781 billion after hitting a peak of $785 billion
In the week ending September 11, India’s foreign exchange reserves fell by $4.9 billion, bringing the total down to $780.7 billion from a previous high of $785 billion. This downturn is largely attributed to diminishing gold reserves’ valuations. Analysts suggest that most inflows from FCNR(B) awaiting conversion have likely been completed.
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Wall Street Week Ahead: Jobs report, inflation data to test US rate path, economic strength
Upcoming reports on employment and inflation are poised to influence expectations around interest rate hikes, subsequently impacting the US stock market. Rising Treasury yields spark concerns about potential downturns if this trend persists. Analysts anticipate the payrolls report will indicate job growth, which could directly sway Federal Reserve policy. Should job numbers surpass predictions, immediate […]
SK Hynix’s Solidigm weighs IPO that could value the unit at up to $150 billion, sources say
Chipmaker SK Hynix’s Solidigm is exploring a monumental initial public offering potentially worth $150 billion, aiming to secure approximately $15 billion. Currently in the early phases of planning, Solidigm specializes in NAND flash memory and solid-state drives, vital for AI technologies. This IPO has the potential to become one of the largest in semiconductor history […]
European shares log weekly gains as oil prices ease, Mideast tensions linger
European markets rallied as declining oil prices broke a three-week slump. Despite lingering investor caution due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and rising bond yields, the pan-European STOXX 600 index saw gains, primarily fueled by strong performances from banking and airline sectors. However, concerns over energy costs remained a factor impacting German consumer […]
Battered bonds draw support from falling oil prices
US Treasury yields fell slightly while oil prices decreased following hopes for a US-Iran truce. Stock markets remained strong, driven by optimism in the AI sector and potential energy supply improvements. Consumer sentiment in the US dropped to a four-month low due to inflation concerns affecting purchasing power. The dollar weakened against the yen but […]
Oil prices slide about 2% as US, Iran explore path out of war
Oil prices have dropped roughly 2%, influenced by signs of diplomatic advancement between the US and Iran concerning the Strait of Hormuz. As negotiations unfold, the US is contemplating a ban on diesel exports, impacting crude oil futures. Meanwhile, escalating assaults by Houthi fighters are hindering oil supply from Saudi Arabia, while ongoing Russia-Ukraine discussions […]
Dollar dips as oil eases, yen jumps on Japan remarks
The dollar tumbled on Friday amidst softening oil prices, hinting at a cease to its prior gains. In contrast, the yen surged following Japan and the US’s reassertion of their commitment to currency stability. Although oil prices linger above $100 a barrel, alleviating some inflationary pressures, Federal Reserve officials raised alarms over ongoing inflation, prompting […]
Mounting rate hike bets keep weekly loss in sight for gold
Gold prices rose slightly on Friday but are set for a weekly decline of 2.1 percent. Factors such as inflation worries and rising US Treasury yields have negatively impacted the allure of gold as a safe haven for investors. The Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate hike has raised concerns about future increases, further affecting gold’s […]
Rupee recovers as large public sector banks sell US dollars
The Indian rupee appreciated by 15 paise, closing at 95.81 against the US dollar on Friday. This recovery was supported by actions from the Reserve Bank of India, which intervened in the currency market. The benchmark bond yield increased to 7.14%, the highest in four months, which influenced currency stability. Market analysts noted external financing […]