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Gold prices may stay positive as traders await Fed's decision: Analysts
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures appreciated by 958, or 0.74 per cent, this week, outperforming the global prices.
Kantara to Pushpa: Why only big southern spectacles click up north
Despite the success of southern films in Hindi markets, many mid-budget productions avoid extensive marketing in North India due to high costs and limited appeal. Instead, they focus on OTT releases, limiting their theatrical presence in multiplex chains.
Rupee at record low: Dont ignore international investing for hedging currency risk
With traditional domestic mutual funds reaching overseas investment caps, this guide explores alternative routes, including Gift City funds, foreign brokerage platforms, and global mutual funds, to help build a robust international portfolio.
Bank Holidays next week: Banks to remain closed for 4 days between 8-14 December See full list
Bank holidays next week: Banks are typically closed on regional holidays, national holidays and the weekends. While only certain parts of India observe bank holidays during the regional holidays, all banks remain closed during national observances.
Why advertisers cant get enough of Ba***ds of Bollywood memefest
What was meant to be a spoof on the dirty business of Bollywood has, ironically, become the vehicle of Bollywood-themed ads.
Observer Effect: Why media measurement remains perpetually broken
25 years ago, the business of advertising moved online with the promise of better measurement and more accountability. Traditional mediums followed suit so that today, advertisers and publishers are drowning in data. So why is media measurement still so untrustworthy?
Mint Explainer | India, Russia to deepen nuclear ties: What it means for Indias 100 GW goal
Following President Putins visit, both countries agreed to expand cooperation at Kudankulam, explore a second nuclear site, and boost joint development and localization of nuclear technology.
US Fed decision, FIIs trading activity to drive stock markets this week: Analysts
With Indias economic growth remaining resilient despite tariff pressures and global headwinds, the Indian equity market is well-positioned to benefit if global fund flows begin to rotate back into emerging markets
11 penny stocks crashed up to 93% in FY26 so far; are you holding any?
These laggards were identified using specific filters: a market cap below Rs 1,000 crore, a stock price under Rs 20, and a minimum recent trading volume of 5 lakh shares.
Repo-linked lending rate is a type of interest rate associated with home loans. If the RBI cuts its repo rates, the RLLR goes down and vice versa. With PNB's RLLR cut, home loan EMIs are expected to go down.
Meesho shares set to list this week. What should investors expect?
Meeshos Rs 5,421.20 crore IPO, subscribed 79 times, is set to list on December 10, making it one of the most closely watched tech offerings of the year. The book-built issue, comprising a fresh issue of 38.29 crore shares and an offer for sale of 10.55 crore shares, saw overwhelming demand, signalling strong investor interest and grey-market gains of over 38%.
FPIs withdraw 11,820 crore in first week of December; outflow reaches 1.55 lakh crore in 2025
These outflows come after a brief pause in October, when FPIs invested 14,610 crore, breaking a three-month streak of massive withdrawals -- 23,885 crore in September, 34,990 crore in August, and 17,700 crore in July
Mcap of five of top-10 most-valued firms surges 72,285 cr; TCS, Infosys biggest winners
Reliance Industries remained the most-valued domestic firm, followed by HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, TCS, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and LIC
Why finance keeps confusing investors: The everyday words that mislead us
From expensive stocks to liquid funds and corrections, everyday language in finance often means something entirely different and its tripping up even sensible investors.
SoftBank-backed AceVector files updated IPO papers; targets to raise Rs 300 cr via fresh issue
SoftBank-backed digital-commerce ecosystem AceVector Ltd has filed updated draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO), which will include a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 300 crore.
Mcap of five of top-10 most-valued firms surges Rs 72,285 cr; TCS, Infosys biggest winners
The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 72,284.74 crore last week, with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys emerging as the biggest winners.
Wall Street bets Chinese stocks will extend $2.4 trillion rally
China has regained global investor confidence in a stellar year for stocks, with the MSCI China Index rising about 30%, adding $2.4 trillion in value and outperforming the S&P 500. Fund managers including Amundi, BNP Paribas, Fidelity and Man Group expect further gains in 2026, driven by AI innovation and market resilience, as both passive and active inflows fuel the rally.
Nifty at 26K, but why is your stock portfolio bleeding?
Nifty crossed 26,000 on November 26, 2025, followed by the SENSEX breaching 86,000, signalling market optimism. However, investors portfolios tell a different story. While Nifty rose 67% over the past year, the BSE SmallCap index fell 5% and the MidCap index gained only 2%. This divergence highlights why index highs arent uniformly reflected across all portfolios.
Rupee trajectory and Rs 10,600-cr ICICI Pru AMC IPO among 7 key triggers for D-Street this week
Nifty ended the week flat with a mildly negative bias, but Fridays 0.59% surge to 26,186.45 signalled continued strength. Analysts say the indexs bullish structure supports a buy-on-dips approach. With RSI at 63 and MACD positive, momentum remains firm. Key resistance lies at 26,350, and a breakout could take Nifty toward 26,600 as markets eye crucial cues this week
FMCG input costs are moving in opposite directionswhat it means for margins
A sharp split in raw-material prices, from softening palm oil and packaging costs to rising sugar, coffee and fishmeal, is setting up an uneven margin outlook for Indias biggest FMCG companies for the coming quarters.
Down to the bone: Young consumers increasingly want clean, portioned and recipe-ready meats
Companies like Licious and Zappfresh report that boneless meat commands a premium due to convenience, changing how meat is processed and marketed, despite traditional preferences for bone-in cuts.
FIIs sold 11,820 crore in the first week of December, continuing heavy 2025 outflows, but strong DII inflows offset the pressure. Rupee depreciation drives foreign selling, while pro-growth policies, liquidity measures and earnings optimism keep domestic investors steadily buying.
ICICI Prudential AMC sets Rs 2,0612,165 price band for its Rs 10,603 crore IPO
ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company has set the price band for its Rs 10,603 crore initial public offering (IPO) at Rs 2,061 - Rs 2,165 per share. The public issue will open for bidding on Friday, December 12 and close on Tuesday, December 16.
ICICI Prudential AMC IPO price band fixed at 2,061-2,165 a share
The bidding for anchor investors will open on December 11 and retail portion will open on December 12
FPIs pull out 13,028 crore in week ending December 5
The selling was most intense on Thursday, December 4, when FPIs withdrew 4,752.40 crore from equities, marking the heaviest single-day outflow of the week
BSE PSU index rejig: RailTel gets entry, 4 stocks deboarded. Do you own any?
BSE has reconstituted 28 indices, including the BSE PSU index, effective December 22. RailTel is the sole addition, while MMTC, ITI, Punjab & Sind Bank and KIOCL are removed following weak performance trends.
The BSE 500 index will undergo a significant overhaul from December 22, with 32 additions and 32 exits as part of the semi-annual reconstitution. Changes span 28 indices, affecting large, mid and small companies across sectors.
Market poised for next uptrend as growth revives: Ashi Anand
Ashi Anand says Indias 18-month market consolidation is easing as growth improves, earnings strengthen and sentiment turns optimistic. He favours domestic themes, banks and digital plays while remaining cautious on global cyclicals, pharma and IT amid valuation and macro uncertainties.
F&O Talk | Heavyweights shield Nifty from deep cuts: Sudeep Shah
The market currently favours index trading as only heavyweight stocks support the upside, while broader segments weaken. Private banks, financials, IT and autos show strength, whereas consumer durables, tourism, media, realty and defence are expected to underperform.
Sandip Pradhan takes charge as SEBIs whole time member
Prior to joining SEBI, Pradhan was Director General of Income Tax (Investigation) in Pune
IPO Calendar: ICICI Pru AMC, Wakefit to anchor Rs 13,000 crore pipeline next week
Indias primary market enters its busiest phase with 11 IPOs worth Rs 13,807 crore opening between December 817. Key issues include Corona Remedies, Wakefit, Nephrocare and the awaited ICICI Prudential AMC launch, amid strong domestic liquidity but cautious FPI sentiment.
F&O Talk | RBI's 25 bps cut lifts Nifty, but weekly charts show negative closing: Sudeep Shah
Nifty hit a new high before a brief pullback, finding support at its 20-day EMA. Heavyweight sectors like banking and IT are driving resilience, while small-caps lag. Analysts expect Nifty to target 2635026500, with Bank Nifty also poised for further upside.
India must close trade deals, build AI to leverage Goldilocks moment, says Sunil Mittal
Bharti Airtel chairman Sunil Mittal urged policymakers to speed up reforms, warning that unfinished negotiations and bottlenecks could slow Indias growth trajectory.
SME SAR Televenture raises Rs 208 cr from Madhusudan Kela, promoter and others via issue of warrants
SAR Televenture has secured 208.46 crore through warrant issuance to investors including Madhusudan Kelas fund, Choice Advisors, and promoters, boosting working capital, CAPEX needs, telecom infrastructure expansion, and readiness for large-scale 4G/5G projects.
FII return seen as key trigger for Niftys next breakout: Sudip Bandyopadhyay
Sudip Bandyopadhyay says Nifty can decisively break 26,000 only when FIIs return, while NBFCs and real estate stand to benefit from rate cuts amid ongoing volatility in global cues.
Concurrent Losers: 12 stocks decline for 5 consecutive sessions
Gold is the new FDI: A blueprint to convert India's idle wealth into productive capital
Indias massive household gold holdings, worth $3.8 trillion, far exceed decades of FDI inflows. Redirecting even part of this unproductive wealth through proposed procurement and gold-bond schemes could ease trade deficits, boost capital formation, and lessen dependence on foreign investment.
Abu Dhabi Investment Portfolio: 7 stocks surge up to 70% in FY26. 2 new Q2 bets revealed
ADIAs India equity portfolio rose just 0.7% in FY26, though 13 stocks gained and seven surged 2070%. Several holdings fell sharply, while CMS Info Systems and M B Engineering were new additions.
Meesho IPO allotment date: How to check status online, GMP after robust subscription
Meeshos Rs 5,421 crore IPO allotment will be finalised Monday after massive 81.76x subscription. With a 42% GMP and record retail participation, investors now await listing on December 10.
Wakefit raises Rs 580 crore from anchor investors including HSBC, HDFC MF ahead of IPO
Wakefit raised Rs 580 crore from anchor investors at the top price band, with domestic mutual funds taking over half the book. Strong institutional demand boosts confidence ahead of its Rs 1,288 crore IPO opening on December 8.
A Golden run: After 60% surge and over 50 all-time highs this year, whats next for gold in 2026?
Gold surged over 60% in 2025 on geopolitical risks, a weaker dollar and strong safe-haven demand. The World Gold Council sees 2026 playing out through moderately bullish, strongly bullish or bearish scenarios, shaped by global growth, Fed policy, and shifting investor behaviour.
Century Plyboards well-positioned for growth as MDF expansion and premium mix strengthen margins
Indias building products sector is stabilizing with stronger consumption, healthier pipelines, lower input volatility, and rising premiumization. Demand across wood panels, sanitaryware, tiles, and paints is improving as real estate, renovation cycles, and distribution networks strengthen, supporting a more sustained medium-term upcycle.
Crypto in 2026: The quiet transformation India cannot ignore anymore
The crypto market is shifting from speculation to institutional-grade structure, driven by Bitcoins treasury use, rapid tokenisation, and coordinated global regulation. Indias maturing investor base and expanding access accelerate the need for clearer frameworks and safer, compliant participation in 2026.
SpaceXto offer insider shares at record-setting valuation
People briefed on the matter said that the share price under discussion is higher than $400 apiece, which would value SpaceX at between $750 billion and $800 billion, though the details could change
SEBI aims to ease FPI registration process; floats consultation paper
Proposal aimed at enhancing ease of doing business, simplifying compliance requirements for global investors
Indian rupee hits record low: What it means for commodity prices and the economy
The rupees plunge beyond 90 highlights India-specific pressures from FPI outflows, trade deficits and dollar demand. The slide threatens higher imported inflation, costlier commodities and wider external imbalances, even as domestic growth remains resilient amid global uncertainty.
2026 would be better for IT stocks than 2025: Pramod Gubbi
Pramod Gubbi of Marcellus Investment Managers expects Indias IT sector to recover in 2026 as valuations turn attractive and global rate cuts revive tech spending. He sees earnings momentum improving across consumption, healthcare and lenders, supported by domestic stimulus and stable flows.
Wakefit mobilises 580 crore from anchor investors ahead of IPO
As per the circular, Wakefit has allotted 29,743,590 equity shares to these anchor investors at a price of 195 apiece, raising 580 crore
Dollar slips as traders eye next week's Fed meeting
The U.S. dollar dipped as traders anticipated a Federal Reserve rate cut next week, with nearly 90% probability priced in. Soft labor data and dovish central bank remarks fueled expectations for reductions. Meanwhile, the yen firmed on speculation the Bank of Japan might raise rates this month.
Oil climbs to 2-week high on Fed rate-cut signals, supply concerns
Oil prices climbed to a two-week high, fueled by anticipated U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts boosting economic growth and energy demand. Geopolitical tensions involving Russia and Venezuela also contributed to the rise. Investors are closely watching trade talks and potential supply disruptions from these key oil producers.
Gold gains on Fed rate cut optimism; silver hits record high
Gold prices climbed Friday amid strong expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut next week, while silver reached a record high. The market anticipates a 25-basis-point cut, driven by dovish Fed commentary and recent economic data. This sentiment weakened the dollar, benefiting gold.
European stock clock weekly gains on ongoing Fed cut optimism
European shares closed the week with modest gains as investors digested a U.S. inflation report reinforcing expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut next week. Autos, retail, and technology stocks led the gains, while Swiss Re and oil and gas lagged. Citigroup set a positive 2026 target for the STOXX 600.
Stocks end higher, dollar set for second straight weekly loss as investors eye Fed cut
Global shares advanced Friday as U.S. economic data reinforced expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut next week, weakening the dollar and boosting gold. Wall Street indices closed higher, marking a second consecutive week of gains, with technology and communication services sectors leading. European markets remained largely unchanged, securing a modest weekly increase.
US stocks close with slight gains as data keeps Fed cut expectations on track
Indian markets saw a positive close on Friday. Investors are keenly watching for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week. Economic data released showed consumer spending rose and consumer sentiment improved. This has boosted hopes for a rate reduction. All eyes are now on the Fed meeting for policy hints.
Mint St doves let it fly even as India cant catch a flight
Friday saw a remarkable uptick in Indian stock markets as the Reserve Bank of India decided to lower interest rates by 25 basis points. This strategic decision, along with signals of continued easing, infused confidence into investors. The Nifty and Sensex indices experienced a solid recovery, pushing past previous weekly dips.
SpaceX tells investors it is targeting late 2026 IPO, the Information reports
SpaceX is planning a major step towards going public. The rocket company aims for an initial public offering in the latter half of next year. This move could include its Starlink satellite internet service. This comes as SpaceX is reportedly kicking off a new share sale, potentially valuing it at $800 billion.
The Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting is set to be highly debated. Policymakers are divided on an expected interest rate cut. Investors are watching closely for signals on the Fed's future policy direction and internal dynamics. Economic data has eased fears of labor market deterioration, fueling rate cut expectations. The market anticipates a quarter-point cut.
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, 6 December? Check details here
Bank holiday today: Banks across India are usually open on first, third or fifth Saturdays of the month unless there is an exceptional holiday.
Mint Explainer: Does India need special courts for complex drug patent wars?
Timelines for patent disputes in India can stretch years, often a setback for companies working with time-sensitive patent deadlines.
Too much power, too little grid: Why Adani, NTPC and JSW are forced to cut solar power production
What happens when solar power capacity races ahead while transmission capacity lags? A bottleneck, that has forced the grid regulator to step in and direct power production cuts at Adani Group, NTPC Green, KKR-backed Serentica, EQT-backed Zelestra and JSW Group
ET Market Watch: RBI surprise cut boosts D-Street, Sensex surges 447 points, Nifty above 26,100
HCL Capital Private Limited emerged as the largest acquirer of British American Tobacco's (BAT) stake in ITC Hotels, buying 14.58 crore shares for Rs 2,998 crore. Several other marquee investors also took significant stakes in the Rs 3,856 crore block deals. BAT stated the funds will aid its transition to a target leverage range.
Dabur receives 'no adverse observations' from BSE on merger of Sesa Care
Home-grown FMCG firm Dabur on Friday said it has received an observation letter with o adverse observations from the BSE over its Scheme of Amalgamation of Sesa Care.
Zepto converts to a public entity in preparation for IPO
The quick commerce platform has converted itself into a public company as it prepares for an initial public offering, changing its registered name from Zepto Private Limited to Zepto Limited through a special resolution passed by its shareholders.
Rupee: RBIs effort has always been to reduce any abnormal or excessive volatility, says Guv Malhotra
Malhotra noted that healthy services exports coupled with strong remittance receipts are expected to keep CAD modest during 2025-26
British American Tobacco sells 9% stake in ITC Hotels for over 3,800 crore
BAT completes block trade of 18.75 crore ITC Hotels shares through accelerated bookbuild
'Finfluencer' in fix: Why did Sebi impound 546 crore earned by stock market trainer Avadhut Sathe?
Capital markets regulator Sebi passed an order impounding over 546 crore in the accounts of unregistered investment advisor Avadhut Sathe and his trading academy.
NHAI gets Sebi's in-principle approval to register RIIT as InvIT
Markets regulator Sebi has granted in-principle approval to the registration of 'Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust' (RIIT) as an Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) and will get the final nod after it meets specific requirements during the next six months, an official statement said on Friday.
US stocks rise; Netflix dips on Warner Bros Discovery deal
US stocks saw early gains Friday as investors awaited inflation data and anticipated a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Netflix shares dipped after announcing an $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, while Warner Brothers Discovery itself saw a slight increase.
Gaja Alternative Asset Management files updated DRHP to raise 656 cr via IPO
The company plans to use the net proceeds for fulfilling sponsor commitments to certain existing funds, new funds and for repayment of the Bridge Loan Amount
Your credit score to get updated every week as RBI amends directions: All you need to know
Until August 2024, credit institutions used to update credit information monthly. On 8 August 2024, the RBI instructed CIs to carry out credit information reporting every fortnight. This is now being revised to every week.
Tenneco Clean Air India reported a 10% YoY profit rise to 150 crore and nearly 10% revenue growth in its first post-listing quarter. EBITDA margins stayed strong, while a 9,840-crore lifetime order book boosted long-term visibility despite sequential profit moderation.
Gem & Jewellery show begins at Kochi; global buyers signal new growth wave
The three-day expo recognized as one of South Indias premier sourcing platforms, brings together 183 exhibitors from across India
Gem& Jewellery show begins at Kochi; global buyers signals new growth wave
The three-day expo recognized as one of South Indias premier sourcing platforms, brings together 183 exhibitors from across India
A Cloudflare outage disrupted trading platforms including Zerodha, Groww and Angel One. Nithin Kamath apologised and highlighted risks of dependence on single infrastructure. Zerodha activated its independent WhatsApp-based Kite Backup system to help users exit positions during the downtime.
UK house prices stagnate in November, Halifax says
Britain's housing market slowed in November in both annual and monthly terms in the run-up to the government's budget, figures from mortgage lender Halifax showed on Friday.
RBI rate cut to lower home loan rates, stimulate housing demand: Industry bodies
Real estate industry bodies CREDAI and NAREDCO on Friday said RBI's move to cut repo rate by 25 basis points would lead to reduction in interest rates on home loans and boost housing demand.
6 key factors senior citizens should consider when choosing a credit card
Senior citizens can choose the best credit card by considering factors such as low fees, competitive interest rates, rewards, fraud protection, mobile support, and flexible EMI options.
India rate cut fuels bond rally but 10-year ends steady
Indian government bonds rallied on Friday after a policy interest rate cut and liquidity infusion measures, even as the 10-year benchmark note ended flat on profit taking and supply.
RBI rate cut lifts markets; Sensex surges 447 points as banking stocks rally
Banking and financial services stocks led the advance, with the Nifty Bank index rising 488.50 points or 0.82 per cent to 59,777.20, while Nifty Financial Services surged 270.45 points or 0.98 per cent to 27,881.90
Who stands to gain from the IndiGo fiasco?
IndiGo meltdown: There is no winner in the entire situation; there are only losers and that starts with the lakhs of passengers who are stranded across the country with no hope of reaching home or their intended destination at their planned times.
Bajaj Finance surges 1.72% as Housing Finance unit hits low despite RBI rate cut
The divergence comes as Bajaj Housing Finance faces continued selling pressure after promoter Bajaj Finance offloaded stake worth 1,600 crore
Gainers & Losers: Indigo, Kaynes Technology among 6 stocks that hogged limelight on Friday
Markets extended gains after RBIs 25 bps rate cut, with financials, autos leading the rally. SpiceJet surged on IndiGo disruptions, while Kaynes Tech slid on governance concerns despite management clarification.
Indias growth momentum to stay strong despite softening indicators: Fitch Ratings Alex Muscatelli
Fitch Ratings Alex Muscatelli says Indias GDP growth will stay strong despite softening high-frequency indicators, prompting a forecast upgrade to 7.4% for FY26. He expects growth to ease gradually to 6.2% by FY28 as inflation normalises, but reforms, strong investment outlook and supportive monetary policy will keep India among the worlds fastest-growing economies.
British American Tobacco sells 9% ITC Hotels stake for $425 million
BAT held a 15.3% stake in the company, which it sought to dilute to reduce debt and exit a non-strategic asset
RBI rate cut: Will lower lending rates follow? Banks now charge these interest rates on home loans
Interest rates on home loans, when linked to EBLR and MCLR, are adjusted based on the change in the RBI's repo rate.
SKF India Industrial lists on stock exchanges, plans 8,000-9,500 million investment
The demerger, approved by the National Company Law Tribunal in 2025, became effective on October 1
Personal loans can support recovery after financial setbacks by offering quick, flexible credit, manageable EMIs and structured borrowing guidance while highlighting key risks and the importance of disciplined repayment.
