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Stock market ends flat; auto shares surge as IT and FMCG decline

Sensex, Nifty settle slightly lower amid mixed global cues

Sensex settled at 81,785.74, down 118.96 points or 0.15 per cent. The 30-share index started the session flat at 81,925.51 against the last session's closing of 81,904.70. The index remained range-bound, hitting intraday high and low at 81,998.51 and 81,744.70, respectively. Sep 15, 2025
Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

Low inflation to give RBI space to cut rates by 50 bps this year: Report

"The benign trend in headline CPI is likely to be perpetuated further by disinflationary impulses from low food prices, GST rate cuts and lack of input price pressures. As such, we expect headline CPI to average at 2.4 per cent year-on-year in FY26, allowing the RBI to cut rates by 25 bps (0.25 per cent) each in October and December," the report stated. Sep 15, 2025
Gold surges over Rs 3,300 in this week, Silver crosses Rs 1.28 lakh mark

Gold surges over Rs 3,300 in this week, Silver crosses Rs 1.28 lakh mark

Prices of 22-carat gold have climbed from Rs 97,406 to Rs 1,00,492 per 10 grams, while 18-carat gold has risen from Rs 79,754 to Rs 82,280 per 10 grams. Silver prices also gained significantly, rising by Rs 4,838 during the review period. The white metal now trades at Rs 1,28,008 per kg, up from Rs 1,23,170. Sep 14, 2025
GST reforms have reduced the tax burden on people: Nirmala Sitharaman

GST reforms have reduced the tax burden on people: Nirmala Sitharaman

"Earlier, GST had four categories. Now, we have simplified it into two slabs - 5 per cent and 18 per cent. Items that were taxed at 12 per cent and 18 per cent have largely been moved to the lower 5 per cent bracket. For certain essentials, tax has been reduced to zero. This reform will significantly benefit all 1.4 billion Indians," FM Sitharaman said. Sep 14, 2025
GST revamp to enhance mobility, promote healthier lifestyles for youth

GST revamp to enhance mobility, promote healthier lifestyles for youth

By lowering GST rates on gyms/fitness centres, two-wheelers, and small cars, the Government has not only reduced the financial burden on households but also advanced its long-term vision of promoting healthier lifestyles, affordable transportation, and improved ease of living. Sep 14, 2025
Gold and silver prices hit record high this week amid global uncertainty

Gold, Silver Prices Soar to Record Highs on Global Uncertainty

Silver mirrored gold's bullish momentum. The metal ended the week at Rs 1,28,008 per kilogram, higher by Rs 3,595 from Monday's Rs 1,24,413. Silver has also maintained its stronghold above the Rs 1.20 lakh level so far this month, underscoring robust investor appetite. Sep 13, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open with gains as potential rate cut in US boosts sentiment

Markets Cheer GST Reform Hopes; Nifty Gains 1.32% This Week

Benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex ended the week with a gain of around 1.32 per cent and 1.21 per cent, respectively, with the rally driven by auto and IT stocks. Midcap and smallcap stocks outperformed the benchmark indices. Sep 13, 2025
SEBI eases IPO shareholding rules, brings relief for large companies

SEBI eases IPO shareholding rules, brings relief for large companies

Experts said the step will also reduce the need for companies to seek case-by-case exemptions from SEBI. In another decision, SEBI allowed real estate investment trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InVITs) to be classified as equity instruments. Sep 12, 2025
AHPI calls out Star Health against unfair practices, warns suspension of cashless services

AHPI calls out Star Health against unfair practices, warns suspension of cashless services

"Unless Star Health Insurance takes definitive steps to address the concerns expressed by member hospitals in a timely manner, AHPI and its member hospitals may be constrained to take appropriate action, including withdrawal of cashless services for the policyholders of Star Health Insurance, effective from September 22, 2025," warned the association, representing over 15,000 hospitals and healthcare institutions across the country. Sep 12, 2025
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