INTEREST
US inflation cools in May, boosting hopes of Fed rate cut
May's stable inflation, influenced by service costs and goods prices, sets the stage for potential Federal Reserve interest rate changes. The report highlights slight consumer spending growth and hints at the Fed's aim for a controlled economic slowdown through core inflation moderation.
Tech boom leads global markets through first half of 2024
The first half of 2024 was marked by soaring mega caps, political uncertainties, and remarkable movements in commodities and emerging markets. From Nvidia's market value surge to Japan's weakening yen and the rise of cryptocurrencies, the period reflected a mix of challenges and opportunities shaping the global economy.
Jobs, inflation data may break the US Treasury market out of narrow range
Bond market trends are closely tied to Powell's testimony, economic indicators, and Treasury yield movements. Factors like the recent Australia inflation rebound, central bank actions, and insights from Macquarie Group are key considerations for investors navigating market uncertainties.
F&O Rollover: FIIs bullish on index in July series with net longs; what's in store for Nifty?
Nifty futures rollovers hit 76% at June series end, exceeding the previous three-series average of 69%. The July series kicks off with a higher open interest base of Rs 36,400 crore. Roll cost for Nifty settled at 40 bps on expiry day, down from the previous day's 52-54 bps.
Wall Street closes subdued as investors sit, wait for inflation data
Tech stocks like Amazon surged as market volatility persisted. Atlanta Fed President hinted at rate cuts amidst narrowing inflation. Micron's revenue forecast met mixed reactions, reflecting ongoing market uncertainty.
Traders like a 'volatile & unpredictable' Trump
With he and President Joe Biden running neck-and-neck ahead of their first debate Thursday night, investors have already been trying to game out how the Republican's return to the White House could affect everything from the electric-vehicle industry to the direction of long-term interest rates.
- Go To Page 1
Asia stocks down, yen slump keeps markets on intervention alert
Inflation concerns impact markets worldwide, driving bond yields up and Asian shares down. Currency markets watch as the yen weakens, prompting fears of intervention. Unexpected jumps in inflation in Australia and Canada add to market nerves before the Federal Reserve's upcoming data release.
Big US banks withstand Fed's commercial real estate shock scenario
Amid economic uncertainties, the Federal Reserve's stress tests revealed big U.S. banks' resilience to a 40% drop in commercial real estate values. The tests underscored the challenges faced by regional banks and the need for robust risk assessment in the banking sector.
FedEx climbs on cheery annual profit forecast, freight business review
FedEx shares jumped 13% premarket on Wednesday after the delivery giant reassured investors with a largely upbeat annual profit forecast and said it would weigh options for its less-than-truckload business that one analyst valued at $30 billion.
Australian shares fall as inflation data triggers rate hike worries
Australian shares closed lower on Wednesday, dragged by declines in financial and mining stocks, as concerns about rate hikes heightened the risk of loan defaults and higher cost of capital.
Get-rich-quick trades suddenly reverse as Nvidia, Bitcoin slump
Investors face volatility as Bitcoin and Nvidia suffer losses, emphasizing the need for market diversification beyond technology.
India central bank policymakers divided over rate-growth debate
Internal members maintain hawkish stance on inflation, with Governor Das cautioning against hasty actions for fear of worsening the situation
Fed's Daly: inflation not the only risk, policy must 'exhibit care'
San Francisco Fed President Daly emphasizes caution in addressing inflation control and rising unemployment risks, highlighting the need to restore price stability without harming the economy.
Dow closes at a one-month high as investors broaden portfolios
The Dow reached a one-month high, but the Nasdaq fell over 1% as investors shifted from AI-linked stocks. Federal Reserve rate cuts were anticipated, impacting market movements.
KKR seeks $20 billion for new North America buyout fund
KKR is seeking about $20 billion from investors for its latest flagship North America private equity fund, according to people familiar with the matter, three years after it launched its predecessor fund of similar size.
Ireda raises ₹1,500 crore
IREDA successfully raised ₹1,500 crore through oversubscribed bonds, featuring a base issue of ₹500 crore and a green shoe option of ₹1,000 crore. The bonds, offering an annual interest rate of 7.44% over a 10-year and 2-month tenure, garnered significant investor interest, oversubscribed by 2.65 times.
Japan's Nikkei closes lower as tech shares drag; value stocks up
Japan's Nikkei share average closed slightly lower on Friday due to losses in technology shares, offsetting gains in value stocks amidst a weak yen and higher yields.
Wall Street bucks global rally as bond yields rise
Wall Street's rally, driven by Nvidia and AI enthusiasm, saw record highs. European stocks were boosted by tech and real estate sectors. The STOXX 600 and FTSEurofirst 300 indexes rose, reflecting market optimism.
Bank of England keeps interest rate unchanged at 5.25% ahead of UK election
The BoE's Monetary Policy Committee voted 7-2 to keep rates on hold, in line with economists' expectations in a Reuters poll. Deputy Governor Dave Ramsden and external MPC member Swati Dhingra remained the only policymakers to support a cut to 5%.
Swiss National Bank continues rate cuts, says inflation eased again
The Swiss National Bank cut interest rates on Thursday, maintaining the central bank's position as a frontrunner in the global policy easing cycle now underway.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide D-Street action on Thursday
The NSE Nifty 50 and S&P BSE Sensex opened at all-time highs, rising about 0.3% each, before closing with the Nifty down 0.18% to 23,516 and the Sensex up 0.05% to 77,337. The MACD indicator signals bullish momentum for Hitachi Energy India, Axis Bank, Force India, Ingersoll-Rand India, and JITF Infralogistics.
ICICI Bank, Biocon among 5 stocks with long buildup
A long buildup occurs when there is an increase in open interest and trading volumes alongside a rise in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment, indicating a bullish trend in the market. In Wednesday's trading session, five stocks experienced a buildup of fresh long positions. Here's the list:
Titan, Hindustan Aeronautics among 5 stocks with short buildup
A short buildup is when there is a rise in open interest and volumes along with a decrease in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment. Short buildup means more people are expecting the prices to go down and creating short positions. In Wednesday's trading session, five stocks witnessed a build of fresh short positions. Here's the list:
S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs on AI momentum, Dow edges up after weak retail sales
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs fueled by Nvidia's surge, overtaking Microsoft as the most valuable company. Chip stocks, including Qualcomm and Micron, rallied, boosting the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor index to a new peak.
Fed's policy patience warranted amid still-high inflation, Collins says
"The appropriate approach to monetary policy continues to require patience, providing time for a methodical and holistic assessment of the evolving constellation of available data," Collins said.
F&O stocks: ABB India, Petronet LNG among 5 stocks with short buildup
In Tuesday's trading session, the following five stocks witnessed a build of fresh short positions. Let's first understand how this conclusion is reached that whether the stock has seen a buildup of fresh short position or not.
Muthoot Microfin raises $38 million in ECB on higher investor interest
Muthoot Microfin has raised $38 million in external commercial borrowing from Union Bank of India (DIFC branch), Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait, Bank of India (DIFC branch, Dubai), Mega International Commercial Bank Co (Labuan Branch).
Japan's Nikkei edges up as financials, export shares rise
Japan's Nikkei share average edged up on Monday as export-related stocks rose on a weaker yen following stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs data and a rise in domestic yields boosted financial stocks.
Load More
