Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is set to increase its stake in Yes Bank to 24.2% through two transactions: acquiring 4.2% from a Carlyle Group affiliate for Rs 2,850 crore and an earlier purchase of 13.18% from SBI for Rs 9,000 crore. This move underscores SMBC’s commitment to India, while SBI will retain a 10% stake in Yes Bank.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, fueled by strong earnings and falling crude prices, marking their longest weekly gain streak since October 2024.