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The Indian stock market is gearing up for a positive start today, driven by optimistic signals from Gift Nifty and growing hopes for a US-China trade deal. Key factors like the Trump-Takaichi meeting and steady gold prices are influencing investor sentiment as Sensex and Nifty 50 aim to build on recent gains. Global Markets Set Mixed Tone US stock markets closed at record highs for the second straight day, boosting…

Kotak Mahindra Bank reported a 3% drop in net profit to ₹3,253 crore for the second quarter ending September 2025, hit by a sharp rise in provisions. The private lender saw net interest income grow 4% to ₹7,311 crore, while asset quality improved slightly amid strong loan expansion. This performance comes as Indian banks face margin pressures from higher funding costs and regulatory scrutiny. Investors watched closely, with shares dipping…

Indian stock markets look ready for a strong start on October 27, 2025, as global rallies boost investor mood. Experts point to positive signals from Gift Nifty and recent US-China trade talks as key drivers for gains in Nifty 50 and Sensex. The benchmark indices could see a gap-up opening, with Gift Nifty trading at around 25,914, showing a premium of nearly 100 points over the previous Nifty futures close.…

Gold and silver prices took a big hit in India on October 23, 2025, as investors cashed in profits and global tensions eased. The fall marks one of the steepest single-day drops in recent times, with 24-carat gold sliding to Rs 1,25,890 per 10 grams and silver dipping to Rs 1,60,000 per kilogram, affecting buyers across major cities. Current Gold and Silver Rates Prices for precious metals cooled off after…

Infosys shares climbed as much as 5 percent on Thursday, October 23, 2025, after the company revealed that its promoters would not join the massive 18,000 crore rupee share buyback. This move by key figures like Nandan Nilekani and Sudha Murty signals strong faith in the firm’s future, boosting investor mood and pushing the stock price higher amid a positive market trend. Why Promoters Chose to Opt Out The decision…

India’s stock market kicked off Thursday with a strong rally as the Sensex climbed over 700 points and the Nifty 50 crossed 26,000. This surge comes amid growing excitement over a potential India-US trade deal that could cut tariffs and boost exports, even as global markets showed weakness. Market Opens Strong Despite Global Dip The BSE Sensex jumped 727.81 points, or 0.86 percent, to reach 85,154.15 in early trading. At…

Gold prices took a dramatic dive on October 21, 2025, falling over 6 percent in the biggest single-day drop since 2013. This sharp decline, from a record high of about 4,381 dollars per ounce to around 4,082 dollars, shook global markets and left investors scrambling to understand the sudden shift in precious metals. What Sparked the Sudden Gold Price Drop The crash happened amid heavy trading on major exchanges like…

India’s retail sector smashed records this Diwali season with sales reaching Rs 5.4 lakh crore in goods and Rs 65,000 crore in services, according to a fresh report from the Confederation of All India Traders. This massive jump, fueled by GST reforms and strong consumer demand, marks a 25 percent rise from last year’s Rs 4.25 lakh crore and highlights the growing push for local products across the country. What…

India’s eight core sectors saw growth drop to a three month low of 3 percent in September 2025, hit hard by declines in fuel related areas like coal, crude oil, natural gas, and refinery products. This slowdown, reported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, points to ongoing challenges in energy production amid global pressures and domestic factors, though gains in steel and cement offered some balance. Key Drivers Behind…

Indian stock markets are gearing up for a positive start today, with Gift Nifty signaling an upbeat opening amid strong global trends and key economic talks. On October 16, 2025, benchmarks like Sensex and Nifty 50 look set to build on recent gains, driven by factors such as India-US trade discussions, rising gold prices, and robust earnings from US banks. Gift Nifty Points to Strong Opening Gift Nifty traded around…