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RBI policy, auto sales and US data likely to drive stock market next week

Sensex, Nifty trade flat amid mixed global cues

According to analysts, immediate support is placed at 25,850–25,900 zone, while 26,150–26,200 remains a crucial resistance band. Stable crude prices and a relatively steady rupee continue to offer underlying support, preventing sharp downside. Dec 29, 2025
Silver hits record high above $52.50 as safe-haven demand fuel rally

Silver surge past Apple, Alphabet; eyes NVIDIA as world's second-most valuable asset

Gold continues to remain far ahead as the world's most valued asset, with a market capitalisation of $31.598 trillion as of Friday (December 26). The sharp rise in silver's valuation comes amid a historic rally in prices. Spot silver on Comex crossed the $75 per ounce mark on Friday and extended gains to hit a fresh record high. Dec 28, 2025
Total investment in real estate at $3.5 billion in 2025: Report

Total investment in real estate at $3.5 billion in 2025: Report

As per the report titled 'Trends in Private Equity Investments in India: H2 2025', office assets continued to dominate private equity inflows during the year. Office real estate attracted 58 per cent of the total investments, amounting to $2 billion, reflecting strong investor confidence in the sector's scale, rental stability and institutional demand. Dec 28, 2025
Bajaj Finance's market valuation drops by Rs 17,524 crore this week

Bajaj Finance loses over Rs 5,100 crore in market value this week

The market capitalisation of Bajaj Finance declined by Rs 5,102.43 crore, taking its total valuation to Rs 6,22,124.01 crore, according to official data. The broader market, however, showed limited gains, with the BSE benchmark index rising marginally by 112.09 points, or 0.13 per cent, during the week. Dec 28, 2025
Nifty, Sensex enter consolidation zone before New Year

Nifty, Sensex enter consolidation zone before New Year

India concluded a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand, strengthening its Indo-Pacific engagement and export diversification strategy. On the macro front, growth across the eight core infrastructure sectors slowed sharply to 1.8 per cent in November, highlighting near-term moderation in industrial momentum. Dec 27, 2025
India's economy to clock robust 6.6 pc growth in FY26 despite external headwinds: IMF

Union Budget 2026-27: CII outlines 4-point strategy for macroeconomic stability

According to a CII statement, at the core of the roadmap is adherence to the government's debt glide path targeting 50 per cent (plus or minus 1 per cent) of GDP by FY31. Maintaining Central debt at roughly 54.5 per cent of GDP and the fiscal deficit at 4.2 per cent of GDP in FY27 will preserve macro credibility while supporting growth. Dec 25, 2025
Gold, silver see strong upswing; Fed decision in focus

Gold and silver bring cheers for investors, 2026 outlook remains strong

Silver prices surged by more than 137 per cent -- outperforming gold -- which also posted a strong gain of around 68 per cent this year. With equity markets facing volatility, both metals strengthened their position as preferred safe investment options, but silver clearly outshone all traditional choices. Dec 25, 2025