Markets

Stock market continues positive momentum ahead of Fed rate cut, bank stocks jump

Stocks end week on a high note; Banks, IT and pharmaceuticals lead gains

Investors' sentiment remained firm toward banking stocks during the period, buoyed by the RBI monetary committee decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.5 per cent, and it improved further after the government invited private sector professionals to lead the State Bank of India.

Oct 11, 2025

India's IPO market poised to raise $20 billion in next 12 months

According to Citigroup, India could be among the world's most active equity capital markets (ECM) alongside Hong Kong over the next year.

Oct 10, 2025

Value of gold with India's households surges to $3.8 trillion as prices soar

Gold prices are currently at all-time highs, trading around $4,056 per ounce, with domestic prices also reaching record levels of around Rs 127,300 per 10 gms. Year to date, gold prices have risen by 54.6 per cent in US dollar terms and 61.8 per cent in INR terms, the report states.

Oct 10, 2025

Sensex, Nifty end higher ahead of US reciprocal tariffs announcement

Sensex, Nifty end higher for 2nd day; pharma, banking stocks lead rally

The Sensex opened around 100 points lower at 82,075 due to weakness in IT stocks. However, it soon recovered and surged to an intra-day high of 82,654 -- up 579 points.

Oct 10, 2025

India Inc. credit ratio rose to 2.56 times in H1FY26: Report

India Inc's revenue expected to grow 9 pc in Q2 FY26: Report

This growth is attributed to strong performance in oil marketing companies (OMC), although it is moderated by challenges in the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sectors, according to Equirus Securities' forecast for its coverage universe.

Oct 10, 2025

Gold, silver prices rise on MCX as weaker US dollar boosts demand

On the MCX, gold December futures were trading 0.38 per cent higher at Rs 1,20,951 per 10 grams, while silver December futures were almost flat during the same time.

Oct 10, 2025

Sensex, Nifty open with gains as potential rate cut in US boosts sentiment

Sensex, Nifty edge higher as geopolitical tensions ease

"This encourages us to look for 25460, in the days ahead. For the day, inability to push and float above 25215 or direct fall past 25113, could render the trend sideways, but may not call for a break of 24982 right away," they added.

Oct 10, 2025

Indian stock market opens higher, Sensex above 83,400

Stock market ends higher amid buying in IT, pharma and metal stocks

Sensex closed at 82,172.10, up 398.44 points or 0.49 per cent. The 30-share index started the session with a decent gap-up at 81,900.0 against last day's closing of 81,773.66. The index further escalated the momentum to reach the intraday high at 82,247.73 amid buying across the sectors.

Oct 9, 2025

Indian stock market ends lower amid US tariff jitters, Sensex declines 765 points

Sensex, Nifty open flat with positive bias amid global optimism

On the institutional front, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) extended their buying streak for the second consecutive session on October 8, purchasing equities worth Rs 81 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought equities worth Rs 329 crore on the same day.

Oct 9, 2025

SBI working to simplify KYC process: Chairman CS Setty

"Technologically we are ready in terms of models and all, maybe some adjustments are required based on the final guidelines which have been ensured, but more importantly the long transition time which is given, we believe that there will be limited impact on the balance sheets of the banks," he added.

Oct 8, 2025

Debit card-based transactions drop 8 pc in Sep as UPI payments surge: RBI data

UPI reaches 500 million consumers, 65 million merchants, says report

The report, launched at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025 by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), highlights how India's UPI has set a new global benchmark, accounting for nearly 50 per cent of global real-time payment volumes and 84 per cent of all retail digital payments within the country.

Oct 8, 2025

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Sensex, Nifty end lower after volatile trade; IT stocks shine

"The Nifty opened on a firm note but failed to sustain momentum beyond its immediate resistance zone near 25,200, triggering broad-based profit booking and selling pressure across key sectors such as banking, auto, FMCG, and realty," market experts said.

Oct 8, 2025

Sensex, Nifty open marginally higher; IT stocks lead gains

Titan emerged as the top gainer on the Sensex, rising around 4 per cent intra-day after the company released its Q2 FY26 business update. Other major gainers included Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Asian Paints, and Trent, which climbed up to 2 per cent.

Oct 8, 2025

RBI deputy governor launches new digital payment innovations at GFF 2025

The Multi-Signatory Accounts feature will enable multi-signatory or joint accounts on UPI that require authorisation from one or more signatories to perform UPI payments seamlessly. Signatories can conveniently use any UPI app to manage linked bank accounts, making the process more convenient and hassle-free, and enhancing transaction speed.

Oct 7, 2025

Sensex rises 136 points, Nifty ends above 25,100 as banking stocks lift markets

"Nifty continues to stay in an uptrend, maintaining its strength above the key 25,000 mark. The broader sentiment remains constructive, with investors showing steady buying interest on dips," market experts said.

Oct 7, 2025