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Festive cheer lifts markets as Sensex, Nifty extend winning streak

The Sensex ended 411.18 points, or 0.49 per cent, higher at 84,363.37, while the Nifty advanced 133.30 points, or 0.52 per cent, to close at 25,843.15.

Oct 20, 2025

Jan 1, 1970

Record fundraising in Samvat 2081: Indian companies raise Rs 2.9 lakh crore despite muted market sentiment

However, despite the strong fundraising, listing performance in 2025 has been relatively muted. Of the 85 mainboard IPOs listed so far this year, 29 opened below their issue price, while 27 saw modest listing gains of 1–10 per cent.

Oct 20, 2025

Gold shines on softer dollar; prices rise over 0.7 pc on MCX

Experts said the focus has now turned to the upcoming talks between the US and China. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are scheduled to meet this week, with Trump expressing optimism that the discussions could lead to an agreement.

Oct 20, 2025

Silver hits record high above $52.50 as safe-haven demand fuel rally

Silver trades flat, 8% off peak level

Metal prices fell from a session high of Rs 1,70,415 per kilogramme to a low of Rs 1,53,700, before closing at Rs 1,57,300, marking a 0.44 per cent increase from the previous close.

Oct 20, 2025

Diwali cheer on Dalal Street: Sensex surges 660 points, Nifty nears 25,900 mark

"Fresh long positions should be considered only if the Nifty sustains above the 26,000 mark. While the broader market undertone remains cautiously bullish, close monitoring of key technical levels and global developments will be crucial in the sessions ahead," market experts said.

Oct 20, 2025

India's forex rises by $4.03 billion to $698.26 billion, gold reserves jump

This comes after reserves had already risen by $3.51 billion in the previous week, taking the total to $694.2 billion as of August 29. The RBI data showed that foreign currency assets (FCAs), the largest part of the reserves, went up by $540 million to $584.47 billion.

Oct 20, 2025

Jan 1, 1970

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

After 117 Years, Calcutta Stock Exchange Set to Exit Stock Market Operations

But the exchange faced a serious setback after the 2001 Ketan Parekh scam, which caused a payment crisis when many brokers failed to meet settlement obligations. This shook investor confidence and slowly pushed the exchange into decline.

Oct 19, 2025

Tax Relief: Government Extends GSTR-3B Filing Due Date to October 25

The deadline extension was widely expected this time, as the original due date, October 20, falls during the Diwali festival, when businesses and offices are usually closed or operating with limited staff.

Oct 19, 2025

US tariffs, trade deal talks, Q2 results likely to drive market sentiment next week

Market Watch: Q2 Earnings, US Tariffs and Trade Talks to Set the Tone Next Week

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal recently said that discussions on the proposed India-US bilateral trade agreement are progressing rapidly and in a positive atmosphere.

Oct 19, 2025

Happy Diwali 2025: Foreign Investors Turn Buyers in Indian Market amid Festive Cheer

"The principal reason for this change in FII strategy is the reduced valuation differential between India and other markets. India's underperformance during the last one year has opened up prospects for better performance, going forward," said Dr. VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Ltd.

Oct 19, 2025

Gold prices touch new high on Dhanteras amid strong festive demand

Happy Diwali 2025: From Gold, cars to Gadgets, India Witnesses Record-Breaking Festive Season Sales

On Dhanteras, the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) reported a surge in gold and silver purchases following a sharp price correction. "We expect festive sales to cross Rs 50,000 crore. Despite high gold and silver prices, consumer sentiment is strong, driven by strategic buying and early wedding purchases," according to Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, GJC.

Oct 19, 2025

Jan 1, 1970

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

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Business news

Festive cheer lifts markets as Sensex, Nifty extend winning streak

Record fundraising in Samvat 2081: Indian companies raise Rs 2.9 lakh crore despite muted market sentiment

Gold shines on softer dollar; prices rise over 0.7 pc on MCX

Silver trades flat, 8% off peak level

Diwali cheer on Dalal Street: Sensex surges 660 points, Nifty nears 25,900 mark

India's forex rises by $4.03 billion to $698.26 billion, gold reserves jump

After 117 Years, Calcutta Stock Exchange Set to Exit Stock Market Operations

Tax Relief: Government Extends GSTR-3B Filing Due Date to October 25

Market Watch: Q2 Earnings, US Tariffs and Trade Talks to Set the Tone Next Week

Happy Diwali 2025: Foreign Investors Turn Buyers in Indian Market amid Festive Cheer

Happy Diwali 2025: From Gold, cars to Gadgets, India Witnesses Record-Breaking Festive Season Sales

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

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