Kotak MF’s Nilesh Shah warned that India’s capital markets are exposed to HFT manipulation due to regulatory gaps. Comparing India to China, he proposed five urgent reforms—from stronger enforcement to financial literacy—to counter potential threats like Jane Street and protect retail investors from unchecked speculation and systemic manipulation.
Japan’s Nikkei hits record high as chip-related shares jump
Japan’s Nikkei stock index reached a new record high today. Chip-related stocks drove the gains, overshadowing declines in financial and other sectors. This surge mirrors