The Nasdaq closed lower as investors worried about the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. crude oil prices jumped significantly amid the ongoing Middle East crisis. Intel shares fell after the company announced plans for a large share sale. Traders are now less confident about a Federal Reserve interest rate hike. Strong corporate earnings results previously boosted the S&P 500 to a record high.
Bandhan Bank Q2 profit jumps 5.6 times as asset quality improves
Bandhan Bank reported a five-fold rise in Q2 profit to Rs 622 crore, supported by lower provisions and improving asset quality. Net interest income grew