Rupee under pressure, but “not a panic situation yet, says Abhishek Goenka
The Indian rupee’s slide towards 90 has sparked market speculation, with experts suggesting it’s seeking equilibrium due to unfavorable current and capital accounts. While short-term dips to 90.5-91 are possible, fundamentals point to a medium-term recovery towards 88, indicating potential undervaluation.
Market poised for consolidation through December as FIIs go quiet, says Sunil Subramaniam
Market expert Sunil Subramaniam anticipates a quiet December for equities. He believes a significant recovery is unlikely this month, with a positive bias expected. Foreign institutional investors are booking profits and taking vacations. Domestic institutional investors are building cash. A potential RBI rate cut could offer a brief trigger.
Global markets brace for Central Bank signals as Fed rate cut bets strengthen
Markets anticipate a US Federal Reserve rate cut next week, with equities and bonds showing enthusiasm. Gold and oil are seen as attractive investments due to supportive fundamentals and global economic momentum. Currency movements, particularly the yen and rupee, will significantly influence equity market performance, with stability crucial for new highs.
Positive Breakout: These 13 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the NSE list of stocks with a market cap of Rs 1000 crore, 13 stocks’ closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on December 3, 2025, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. The 200-day daily moving average (DMA) is used by traders as a key indicator for determining the overall trend […]
Gold holds steady after weak US jobs data reinforce rate-cut bets
Gold prices held steady above $4,200 on Thursday, driven by weak private payrolls data. This reinforced expectations of a U.S. interest rate cut at the Federal Reserve’s upcoming meeting. The dollar also hit a five-week low, further favoring non-yielding assets like gold.
Small caps may underperform next year, Kotak MF urges balanced portfolio
Kotak Mutual Fund advises investors to temper return expectations for next year, anticipating mid-caps to outperform large and small caps. The fund house suggests diversifying across equity, debt, and precious metals, with a 10% allocation to gold and silver due to global uncertainties. Earnings growth is expected to drive equity returns in 2026-27, potentially attracting […]
PSU Bank stocks slump after govt rules out FDI hike
Indian Bank plunged 5.5%, while Punjab National Bank and Canara Bank tumbled 4.3% and 3.8%, respectively. Bank of Baroda and Punjab & Sind Bank dropped more than 3% each.
Depositors locking in high rates push up FD share
Fixed deposits now constitute 62% of bank deposits, a two-year high, as depositors shifted funds from low-yield savings accounts seeking better rates. This trend, driven by yield sensitivity and digital empowerment, has increased banks’ funding costs and pressured interest margins. Private banks saw their FD share rise, while public sector banks experienced a slip.
Asian stocks track US peers higher on Fed rate cut bets
Asian stocks rose, mirroring US gains after weak jobs data bolstered expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut next week. Bitcoin slipped as traders priced in a high chance of a December reduction. Investors are watching Japan’s bond auction and the dollar’s impact on Asian currencies.
FPIs pull out over twice their November selling in just three days
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) withdrew $933 million from Indian equities in early December, more than double November’s outflows, pressuring the rupee. Overseas investors have been net sellers in equities throughout 2025, with $17.33 billion withdrawn year-to-date. Factors like an absent US trade deal and overvalued stocks are cited for these exits.