Surging credit markets prompt complacency warning

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

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 .55 billion by 2033

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 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 […]

RBI proposes changes to banks’ foreign exchange position rules

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 […]

China’s reliance on Iranian oil leaves it exposed to Middle East supply risks

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

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 […]