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Stock market analyst discusses the outlook on defence stocks and suggests focusing on durables, value retailers, and staple companies for potential growth in consumption over the next 12-18 months. Pankaj Tibrewal says over longer periods, the basic...

Indian equities surge with Nifty crossing 24300 and Sensex breaching 80000. Tech view sets 24900 as the next target. Dollar weakens, oil prices fall, and rupee settles lower. FII net long increases to Rs 3.78 lakh crore. DIIs buy shares worth Rs 924...

The UNCTAD nowcast predicts a stronger positive trend for the second quarter of 2024, projecting an approximate 2% increase for the first half of 2024. This increase is expected to add around $250 billion to goods trade and about $100 billion to ser...

The trend of premiumisation is gaining momentum in the footwear, watches, and gym apparel market, with consumers seeking quality, exclusivity, and a deeper connection with their brands. Adidas and Myntra have seen a 30-40% increase in premium option...

The US economy has been much better than expected. It has been stronger for longer and of course, then it also translates to higher interest rates for longer, probably, but the fact is that the US economy is doing quite well.

In a shot in the arm for epharmacies, the Madras High Court overturned a previous ruling by a single-judge bench restricting online platforms like Tata 1mg, PharmEasy, Netmeds, and Practo from engaging in the digital trade of medicines.

Investing in base metals, including copper, offers diversification and hedging against economic uncertainties, crucial for industrial growth. Copper's widespread applications in electrical, construction, and green technologies make it a standout cho...

Nifty's trajectory remains uncertain, influenced by sector rotation and FIIs' activities. Investors should focus on specific stocks and sectors for trading opportunities to capitalize on market movements.

Stock markets will take cues from trading activity of foreign investors and global trends this week with benchmark equity indices likely to face volatility amid the scheduled monthly derivatives expiry, analysts said. Moreover, factors such as the p...

Non-resident deposits in India are growing steadily due to various positive factors, including the impact of the pandemic on savings patterns and stable remittances. Factors such as interest rates and exchange rates have made NRI deposits more rewar...

On Thursday, the stock markets ended with slight gains after trading positively throughout the day, supported by robust Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) activity and favorable macroeconomic conditions.

Domestic markets continued to reach new record highs, building on gains made since the election results. "The market is also benefiting from positive trends in global markets, particularly in the US as it progresses steadily towards the presidential...

In 2023, the world's nine nuclear-armed states continued modernizing their arsenals, deepening reliance on nuclear deterrence, per the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Amid rising geopolitical tensions, nuclear spending surg...

International investors are flooding American markets with $30 billion in stock funds, mainly targeting US tech shares. The S&P 500 and long-dated Treasuries are outperforming global markets amid economic and political uncertainties.

The Indian Rupee (INR) is influenced by global economic trends, inflation, recession fears, and geopolitical tensions. Traders should monitor inflation, anticipate capital flows, and use hedging strategies in the forex market.

The domestic benchmark equity indices, Nifty50 and Sensex, started the day with gains on Friday, as investors anticipated the Reserve Bank of India's policy meeting. It is widely anticipated that the RBI will maintain interest rates unchanged during...

The Indian rupee tends to weaken during such times due to increased risk aversion and capital outflows. A weaker rupee makes gold and silver more expensive in the domestic market, potentially leading to profit booking and increased liquidity among i...

Stocks in the utility space are no longer the sedate ones that are reserved for defensive investors seeking steady returns. They have now caught the fancy of momentum investors and traders. With the successful spinning of the AI story to the power a...

Shares of Arm Holdings fell 6% on Thursday as the chip designer's downbeat annual revenue forecast cooled some of the enthusiasm around the stock following its AI-powered jump in recent months.