India’s Q2 2024 earnings season disappointed. Many profit-making companies reported losses. Nifty earnings grew at the slowest pace since June 2020. Analysts point to a slowdown in several sectors. However, experts predict a recovery in the second half of the fiscal year. Increased government spending and strong festival demand are expected to boost growth.
High margin requirements will discourage undue speculation in electricity futures: Sebi Chief Pandey
A high initial-margin requirement will discourage “undue speculation” in the newly-launched electricity futures segment, Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Friday.