Government has raised import duties on gold and silver to 15 percent. This move has caused precious metal prices to surge. Hindustan Zinc and Vedanta shares saw significant jumps following the announcement. The government aims to curb imports and stabilize the rupee. Hindustan Zinc, India’s largest silver producer, is expected to benefit from higher silver prices.
A short squeeze or sentiment rally? Here’s why SAIL shares surged 14% today
Shares of Steel Authority of India (SAIL) jumped 14% on Wednesday, driven largely by a short squeeze as traders with heavy bearish derivative positions were