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US stock indexes end up; Nasdaq, S&P 500 hit record highs on payrolls data
According to preliminary data, the S&P 500 gained 29.67 points, or 0.54%, to end at 5,566.69 points, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 163.04 points, or 0.90%, to 18,351.34. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 64.78 points, or 0.16%, to 39,372.78.
Megacaps push Nasdaq, S&P 500 to record highs after payrolls data
Major tech stocks like Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and Apple surged to record highs, driving the information technology sector to an all-time peak. This also propelled the S&P 500 communication services sector to its highest level since 2000.
GIFT Nifty signals a positive start for D-Street. Here's the trading setup for today's session
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 crore.
HDFC Bank leads financial sector rally, powering D-Street to all-time highs
The 30-stock S&P BSE Sensex reached a record high of 80,074.3 before closing the session at 79,987, up by 545 points or 0.69%. Meanwhile, the broader Nifty hit a peak of 24,309.15 before ending the day at 24,287, gaining 163 points or 0.67%.
S&P 500, Nasdaq post record closing highs as data feeds rate cut hopes
U.S. stocks closed mixed on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching record highs due to optimism about potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in September spurred by signs of a slowing economy. However, the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained relatively flat, weighed down by healthcare and consumer stocks in a shortened trading session ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
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US stocks back at records while European bourses retreat
Wall Street equity indices advanced to fresh records Tuesday as markets embraced commentary from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while European bourses retreated on unease about upcoming French elections. But bourses in Paris and Frankfurt both retreated amid concerns about the potential economic fallout should the far right win power in France in weekend elections.
High-speed traders, short sellers face growing Asia crackdown
The controversial nature of such restrictions is on full display in South Korea, where a short-selling ban hurt its attempts to win an upgrade from MSCI Inc. These developments show the difficulties policymakers have in keeping up with increasingly sophisticated trading strategies and their impact on financial markets, a challenge that’s only set to grow with the adoption of artificial intelligence.
Streets, footpaths cleared for PM and VVIPs, why not for everyone: Bombay High Court
The Bombay High Court emphasised the importance of clearing streets and footpaths daily for all citizens, not just during VVIP visits, asserting that a safe place to walk is a fundamental right. The court criticised the lack of decisive action by authorities in addressing the issue of unauthorised hawkers encroaching on footpaths, calling for concrete measures such as developing a database to prevent their return.
S&P 500, Nasdaq scale record highs as Nvidia lengthens its lead
Nvidia's surge propelled it past Microsoft to become the world's most valuable company, driving both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to record highs. Shares of Dell and Super Micro rose 1.0% and 6.3%, respectively. At 11:59 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 86.87 points, or 0.22%, at 38,921.73.
Budget 2024: D-Street captains urge FM Sitharaman to hike STT charges on high frequency traders
Every sale and purchase of equities listed on exchanges incurs a Securities Transaction Tax. The STT rate is 0.017% on options sales and 0.01% on futures sales. Additionally, a proposal to discourage retail investors from trading futures and options by imposing an additional tax was reportedly not discussed, according to ETNow sources.
Lack of depth in mid- & smallcap rally hints all’s not shining on D-Street
Mid-cap and small-cap indices in 2024 have seen a remarkable surge, with 20 stocks driving 50% of each index's rally, as per reports. The top contributors include PSUs, financial services, and energy companies.
D-Street at record high! Sensex climbs 200 pts, Nifty above 23,500 on gains in IT stocks
The BSE Sensex was trading 208 points, or 0.26%, higher at 77,196. The Nifty50 was up 69 points, or 0.30%, trading at 23,534 around 9:21 am.
Wall Street Week Ahead: Retail stocks search for direction as rates stay high
Elevated U.S. interest rates are impacting the U.S. retail sector, with some stocks soaring while others struggle. The S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary index is up 14%, driven by select stocks, like , which is up 21%. However, lower-income focused companies, like Dollar Tree and Dollar General, have faced declines.
D-Street indices touch new highs, but US Fed’s rate hints cap gains
Equity indices closed at fresh new highs on Thursday. The NSE Nifty advanced 0.33% to close at 23,398.9 after the US Federal Reserve indicated the likelihood of one interest rate cut in 2024.
Nasdaq hits fresh record high on soft producer inflation data, chip strength
Nasdaq-listed Broadcom surged 14.3% to a record high after the chipmaker raised its revenue forecast for semiconductors used in artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Additionally, the company announced a 10-for-1 forward stock split. Meanwhile, AI chip leader Nvidia saw a 3.3% increase, contributing to a 1.5% rise in the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index, which reached an all-time peak.
Nifty hits all-time high, Fed meet weighs on Street
Indian markets remained steady despite FPIs' absence. VIX fell by 86% post-election results, indicating reduced risk perception.
S&P 500 tops 5,400, Nasdaq hits fresh record high ahead of Fed decision; Apple jumps
At midday trading, the stock market showed positive gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 0.28%, the S&P 500 was up by 1.11%, and the Nasdaq Composite rose by 1.74%. Oracle's stock surged 11.7% following their optimistic revenue forecast for the next fiscal year.
US stocks close slightly lower; jobs data strong but rates still high
Wall Street stocks ended slightly lower on Friday after strong U.S. jobs data raised concerns about the Federal Reserve's stance on interest rates. The Labor Department reported 272,000 jobs in May, exceeding expectations, with a 4% unemployment rate.
S&P hits new 52-week high; Dow, Nasdaq set for weekly gains after mixed data
The Labor Department's closely watched Nonfarm Payrolls report showed the economy added 272,000 jobs in May, far more than expected, while average hourly earnings beat expectations. That sent stocks lower initially, as traders slashed bets on a September rate reduction. However, indexes pared losses after other data pointed to underlying economic weakness.
European stocks at record on tech and ECB bets
The pan-European STOXX 600 benchmark rose by 0.7%, with the technology subindex surging 2.6%, driven by significant gains from Wall Street's tech giants.
Taking stock: When Street swings to the count of votes
Nifty saw its biggest fall in 20 years after the BJP fell short of a majority. The markets, expecting a BJP win, now face correction due to high valuations.
FPIs may cut bearish bets, releasing bulls on D-Street today
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) hold record bearish positions in index futures - mainly the Nifty - pegged at $2.8 billion, or ₹23,400 crore, in terms of contract value, according to Nuvama Research data.
Indians give eateries cold shoulder amid head-spinning heat
Extreme heatwave conditions across India have significantly impacted restaurants, pubs, and bars, leading to a sharp decline in sales and footfalls, with some outlets reporting up to a 40% decrease. Al fresco dining and high street locations are worst affected, especially during lunch hours, which are seeing a notable drop in business. The heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius in some places, has led people to avoid outdoor dining, impacting sales till about 6 pm.
'Afternoon economy' cools as heat keeps customers indoors
Heatwave conditions, particularly in the North, are significantly impacting the 'afternoon economy,' affecting sales and footfalls between 12 noon and 4 pm. The scorching temperatures are leading to a decline in the availability of delivery riders, pushcart vendors, and sales workers. Businesses are experiencing disruptions in routine deliveries and working hours, prompting changes in operating hours and strategies to cope with the heat. While business activity is dampened in the afternoon, there is some compensation during the evening as people prefer to stay indoors and order in.
Indya and FabAlley's parent co raises Rs 50 crore from investors led by Sangita Jindal
High Street Essentials (HSE), the parent company of women’s fashion brands Indya and FabAlley, secures Rs 50 crore in funding led by Sangita Jindal of JSW Foundation. This investment will fuel Indya's expansion in the occasion wear and wedding market, leveraging strategic designer collaborations and global expansion plans. The company aims to open 10 new wedding stores this year and expand its international retail presence.
Bearish trades crater fast in Wall Street’s high-momentum rally
Traders are betting against the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index, investing heavily in bearish exchange-traded funds (ETFs). However, their bets have not paid off as the index continues to rise, causing these bearish ETFs to plunge. One example is a bearish ETF that has dropped 20% in a month after receiving $500 million in investments at the start of the month. This situation highlights the risks involved in betting against a strong market trend.
US stocks near record highs with inflation prints in focus
Of the 459 S&P 500 companies that reported through Friday, 77.3% beat analysts' profit estimates, according to LSEG data. The long-term average is 66.7%. At 11:24 a.m. the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 47.17 points, or 0.12%, to 39,560.01, the S&P 500 gained 2.90 points, or 0.06%, to 5,225.58 and the Nasdaq Composite gained 42.66 points, or 0.26%, to 16,383.53.
US stocks gain ahead of Fed officials' remarks; Dow nears 40,000 mark
Indexes were inching closer to record highs following a selloff last month, as a slew of economic data pointed to a cooling US labour market, raising expectations that the Fed will cut borrowing costs more than once this year. A much better-than-expected earnings season has also helped put the benchmark S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite on track for their third consecutive week of gains.
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