Budget 2026 outlook: Possible changes in ETF and gold tax rules
Over the last 12 months, the gold price in India has increased by over 76 per cent. Despite the increase, India’s love for gold shows no indication of slowing down. Unlike a few years ago, when gold was held in physical forms such as jewellery, coins and bars, investors/purchasers are now moving to modern ways […]
Surging credit markets prompt complacency warning
Global credit markets are running at their hottest in two decades, prompting some of the world’s biggest money managers, including Aberdeen Investments and Pimco, to warn against complacency about the risks. Yield premiums on corporate debt have fallen to just over one percentage point, the least since June 2007, amid confidence about the economic outlook, […]
FPIs pull out ₹14,266 crore from Indian equities this week
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) extended their selling streak in Indian equities, withdrawing ₹14,266 crore during the week ended January 16, according to data from National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL). The relentless outflow came despite domestic institutional investors pumping in ₹16,174 crore, which helped benchmark indices close the week nearly flat. The weekly net outflow was […]
Algorithmic trading market to reach $1.55 billion by 2033
Regulators have introduced frameworks to enable retail participation while ensuring safeguards, including broker accountability, algorithm registration, and performance verification, aimed at improving transparency and investor protection. Algorithmic trading in the equity market has been expanding rapidly, reaching $1.55 billion by 2033, driven by supportive policy measures from the market regulator, SEBI, and improvements in cloud […]
Infosys shares surge 5% as raised guidance lifts investor sentiment
Infosys secured large deals worth $4.8 billion during the quarter, up 92% year-on-year, including a $1.6 billion contract with NHS UK. | Photo Credit: Chris Helgren Infosys shares jumped 5.07 per cent to ₹1,680.90 in morning trade on Friday, following the company’s decision to raise its FY26 revenue growth guidance and report strong deal wins […]
SEBI weighs oversight of unlisted share market as focus shifts to disclosure gaps
File picture: Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman, SEBI | Photo Credit: SHASHANK PARADE The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), is examining whether it should step in to regulate the fast-growing unlisted share market, which currently operates largely outside its direct oversight, Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Thursday. Speaking on the sidelines of the […]
RBI proposes changes to banks’ foreign exchange position rules
The RBI said the proposed guidelines are aligned with Basel Committee standards and aim for uniform implementation across regulated entities. | Photo Credit: The Reserve Bank on Wednesday proposed changes to rules governing banks’ foreign exchange positions. The amendments to net open position (NOP) were made following a comprehensive review of the existing instructions, according […]
Sensex, Nifty reverse morning losses to trade in green mid-session as metal stocks shine
Market breadth remained positive with 2,086 stocks advancing against 1,848 declining, while 197 remained unchanged. Benchmark indices erased early losses to trade marginally higher by midday on Wednesday, with the Sensex rising 114.57 points or 0.14 per cent to 83,742.26 and the Nifty 50 gaining 43.75 points or 0.17 per cent to 25,776.05, as metal […]
China’s reliance on Iranian oil leaves it exposed to Middle East supply risks
Sanctions have left Iran with limited buyers, allowing China—mainly independent “teapot” refiners—to secure deeply discounted crude. China, the world’s largest crude importer, is the main buyer of oil from OPEC producer Iran, leaving Beijing uniquely exposed to any supply disruption fromconflict in the Middle East. Beijing, which is also the biggest buyer of oil from […]
Markets set for positive open despite fresh US tariff concerns
Asian markets were trading higher and US indices closed firm overnight, aiding the rebound. | Photo Credit: Indian equity markets are likely to open on a positive note on Tuesday, despite another salvo fired by the US administration. U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that countries that do business with Iran will face a new […]
