Silver slumps in biggest single-day fall of year; gold declines

Silver prices saw a significant one-day drop, falling by ₹30,000 per kg. Gold also declined. Investors booked profits amid market volatility. Analysts expect gold prices to remain weak internationally, while silver is predicted to consolidate. Demand for silver from technology sectors continues to outpace supply, making it volatile. Investors are advised to focus on fundamentals […]

Sebi proposes tighter rules for single-stock derivatives strategy

India’s market regulator Sebi is proposing new margin rules for single-stock derivatives. The changes will affect trading strategies involving different expiry dates. Specifically, benefits from offsetting positions will not be available on the day a contract expires. This move aims to reduce risks for traders and trading members.

RBI infuses Rs 50,000 crore into system through OMO

A ₹50,000 crore Open Market Operation auction saw better-than-expected demand, leading to a rally in bond yields. The 10-year benchmark yield dropped four basis points to 6.65%. This operation, part of the RBI’s liquidity infusion measures, is expected to move system liquidity into a comfortable surplus.

Technical snag at NSDL delays settlement of trades since Tuesday

A technical issue at National Securities Depository has disrupted share settlements for three days. Investors’ purchased shares are not appearing in their demat accounts. This prevents them from selling these holdings. The problem stems from NSDL’s inability to process inter-depository transfers. This impacts the routine movement of securities between depositories. Operations are delayed as a […]