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Yes Bank's Q2 net profit drops 18 pc sequentially to Rs 654 crore

However, the bank's net profit for the July-September period jumped 18 per cent year-on-year (YoY) from Rs 553.04 crore in Q2 FY25. Meanwhile, its total expenditure for the period stood at Rs 7,726.6 crore, down over 3 per cent from Rs 7,990.07 crore in the April-June period (Q1 FY26).

Oct 18, 2025

Sensex rises 340 points, Nifty above 25,400 as auto, bank stocks lead gains

Nifty, Sensex surge over 2 pc this week amid renewed hopes of US-India trade deal

The sentiment remained upbeat as Bank Nifty achieved a new milestone, driven by robust buying interest in leading banking stocks. Investor confidence was buoyed by easing concerns around asset quality in the financial sector and expectations of improved volume growth in the festive quarter.

Oct 18, 2025

Gold, silver hit record highs as global uncertainty fuels demand

Gold may touch Rs 1.5 lakh per 10 grams by 2026: Report

Gold prices have skyrocketed since March 2025, rising from $3,000 an ounce to around $4,254. In India, prices increased from Rs.78,840 per 10 grammes on Dhanteras 2024 to Rs.128,200 currently.

Oct 17, 2025

Sensex and Nifty open flat as market prepares for Q1 FY26 earnings season

Sensex, Nifty hit 52-week high ahead of Diwali

At the close, the Sensex stood at 83,952.19, up 484.53 points or 0.58 per cent, while the Nifty ended at 25,709.85, up 124.55 points or 0.49 per cent.

Oct 17, 2025

Stock market ends lower as IT, auto and banking shares fall

Markets open lower as investors react to Q2 results; IT stocks drag

At 9:20 AM, the Sensex was trading at 83,365, down 103 points or 0.12 per cent, while the Nifty slipped 33 points or 0.13 per cent to 25,552.

Oct 17, 2025

Gold, silver hit record highs as global uncertainty fuels demand

In India, demand for gold remains strong despite the soaring prices. Analysts said that customers are buying more gold fearing prices may rise further.

Oct 17, 2025

Equities beat gold in long-term returns, capital protection: Report

A study by investment management firm OmniScience Capital revealed that Nifty50 has historically provided better average returns for holding periods of three years or more, along with a significantly higher likelihood of capital protection.

Oct 16, 2025

Stock market snaps three-day rally; IT stocks fall, Adani Group's shares rise

FIIs return to Indian markets, pump in over Rs 10,000 crore in October

The sudden shift in foreign fund flows has surprised many market watchers. Some analysts see this as a short-term rebound, while others believe it reflects improving corporate earnings prospects and stabilising economic conditions in India.

Oct 16, 2025

Gold prices rise to 3-month high on back of safe-haven demand

Gold hits record high as investors seek safe haven amid global uncertainty

In the morning trade, gold futures on MCX were trading 0.60 per cent higher at Rs 1,27,960 per 10 grams, while silver futures were up 1 per cent at Rs 1,63,812 per kg.

Oct 16, 2025

Sensex, Nifty open higher on positive global cues

Sensex, Nifty extend gains for 2nd day amid strong Q2 earnings momentum

"The index also broke out above a major falling trend line that connects all key tops since the previous record high of 26,277, indicating the potential for further upside in the coming sessions," they added.

Oct 16, 2025

Sensex rises 340 points, Nifty above 25,400 as auto, bank stocks lead gains

Among the major gainers on the Sensex were Axis Bank, Adani Ports, Titan, Kotak Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, BEL, Tata Motors, NTPC, and HCL Tech. On the other hand, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Tata Steel, and Sun Pharma were among the laggards.

Oct 16, 2025

The Case of Dr. Rajendra Suryabhan Upadhye: Unlocking the Entrepreneurial Mindset Need to Thrive in Today's World

Dr. Rajendra Suryabhan Upadhye said Entrepreneurship today is driven by innovation. I've always said that innovation is not just about creating new products; it's about solving real-world problems in new ways.

Oct 15, 2025

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Oct 15, 2025

Sensex, Nifty open higher on positive global cues

Commenting on the Nifty's technical outlook, experts said that though the 20-day SMA stepped in yesterday, to limit the extent of the drop, we prefer to give more weightage to the bearish engulfing pattern, thus acknowledging the prevailing bearish bias.

Oct 15, 2025

Gold hits record high above Rs 1.27 lakh on MCX amid US-China tensions, rate cut hopes

Soon after, prices touched a fresh all-time high of Rs 1,27,500 per 10 grams. Silver prices also gained, opening 0.18 per cent higher at Rs 1,59,800 per kg and hitting an intra-day high of Rs 1,61,418.

Oct 15, 2025