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Manufacturing sector emerges as key structural play amid global supply chain shift

Investors can explore manufacturing mutual funds for portfolio diversification. The sector shows strong potential driven by domestic demand and global supply chain realignments. Experts suggest a staggered investment approach over six months. The Nifty Manufacturing Index offers distinct exposure compared to the Nifty 50. This theme is poised for growth, supported by policy and evolving […]

Rupee falls amidst gulf tensions and rising oil prices

The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar on Wednesday. This decline was driven by escalating tensions in the Gulf region and a subsequent rise in oil prices. The rupee touched 95.70 against the dollar. Higher oil prices impacted the currency. Peace talks between Tehran and Washington showed little progress. The government is finalizing measures […]

IT stocks snap three-day rally, plunge over 5% in sharpest fall in nearly four months

Indian IT stocks experienced their steepest single-day fall in nearly four months, plunging over 5% as concerns about AI’s impact on revenue streams resurfaced. The Nifty IT index slumped, dragging the broader market lower, with analysts citing immense pressure and uncertainty driving liquidation. While the sector’s recovery is questioned, significant further downside is not anticipated.

Brokers prepare rollout of algo trading tools for retail investors

Major brokers are set to launch algorithmic trading tools for retail investors in the coming months, following enhanced regulatory clarity. This move aims to expand broker revenue streams and help fintech firms scale by offering accessible algo strategies, potentially for as low as ₹5,000 per strategy.

US stocks today: Dow Jones drops over 500 points as Middle East tensions escalate

Wall Street closed lower as Middle East tensions and rising oil prices triggered inflation concerns and profit booking. Financials and tech stocks led declines, though chipmakers stayed resilient on AI optimism. Strong services data and steady labor conditions contrasted with geopolitical risks, while expectations for a potential Fed rate hike continued to climb.

OECD sees India growth slowing to 6.3% from 7.6% in FY27

India’s economy faces a slowdown to 6.3% in fiscal 2027. Higher energy costs from the Middle East conflict will impact investment and exports. Despite this, India remains a top global growth engine. Private consumption and investment are expected to moderate. Inflation will rise before easing. Global growth also slows.

Thali costs climb in May: Crisil report

Home-cooked vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis saw a 5% and 7% price increase in May, respectively, due to rising costs of tomatoes, vegetable oils, and LPG. Tomato prices surged 57% year-on-year, with further increases expected due to production declines and heat-related concerns. Potato and onion prices are also anticipated to rise, while pulses are expected to […]

Norms issued to estimate District Domestic Product

New uniform guidelines for estimating district domestic product have been released by the statistics ministry, aiming for standardized indicators and bottom-up data collection. This move, aligning with the revised 2022-23 national GDP base year, will enhance decentralized planning and evidence-based policy formulation across all key economic sectors at the district level.

We expect interest rates to be left the way they are: Ficci chief Anant Goenka

Ficci president Anant Goenka advocates for steady interest rates, citing supply-side price pressures from the West Asia crisis. He suggests restricting rupee intervention to volatility management and believes foreign capital will return after market corrections, while emphasizing proactive engagement with FTAs and focus on sunrise sectors for manufacturing.