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Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has said that the Indian rupee may be approaching a critical turning point after breaching the 90‑per‑dollar mark, but cautioned that the currency’s next major move will depend heavily on trade‑related uncertainty, particularly the outcome of ongoing U.S.–India tariff negotiations. The bank’s assessment comes at a time when the rupee…
The Indian rupee plunged to a fresh all‑time low of 90.37 per US dollar, extending its persistent downward slide despite visible intervention by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The currency’s sharp depreciation reflects a combination of strong dollar demand, foreign capital outflows, and global economic pressures, making it one of the weakest‑performing Asian currencies…
Zerodha co‑founder and CEO Nithin Kamath has once again sparked a major conversation in India’s trading and investing community after explaining why the company continues to charge zero brokerage fees on equity delivery trades—even a decade after introducing the model. His detailed post on X (formerly Twitter) has drawn widespread praise, with netizens applauding the…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that it will conduct a $5 billion USD/INR buy/sell swap auction on December 16, a move aimed at managing liquidity in the banking system and stabilizing the foreign exchange market. This strategic intervention underscores the central bank’s proactive approach to balancing currency volatility, ensuring adequate dollar liquidity,…
The Indian rupee witnessed a sharp depreciation in morning trade, breaching the psychological 90-level mark against the US dollar for the first time. Opening at 90.06, the currency’s slide reflects mounting global pressures, domestic challenges, and investor sentiment that has tilted towards safe-haven assets. The development has sparked intense debate among economists, policymakers, and market…
Dalal Street has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent months, with retail investors emerging as the backbone of the Indian equity markets. Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have surged to record highs, providing consistent liquidity and stability even as Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continue to pull out funds amid global uncertainties. Market expert Sanjay Shah has…
In a landmark move aimed at strengthening India’s capital markets and attracting more global participation, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a single window gateway for low-risk foreign investors. This initiative is designed to simplify regulatory processes, reduce compliance burdens, and encourage smoother capital inflows into the Indian economy. The gateway…
The Indian stock market witnessed one of its most significant block deals of the year as ITC Hotels saw nearly 9% of its equity change hands, amounting to a staggering Rs 3,856 crore. Despite the massive transaction, ITC Hotels shares traded flat, reflecting investor caution and the market’s ability to absorb large trades without immediate…
Global financial markets began the day with mixed signals as Asian stocks opened steady, reflecting cautious optimism among investors, while Bitcoin dipped once again, highlighting persistent volatility in the cryptocurrency sector. The contrasting trends underscore the delicate balance between traditional equity markets and digital assets, both of which are being shaped by macroeconomic conditions, regulatory…
The Indian equity markets are witnessing a dynamic shift as Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) make a strong comeback while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) rotate their portfolios, creating renewed optimism for midcap and smallcap stocks. According to Sunil Subramaniam, Managing Director of Sundaram Mutual Fund, this trend signals a potential resurgence in broader market segments that…
