Gold ETFs are witnessing a surge in investor interest, with inflows in September 2025 jumping six-fold to Rs 8,363.13 crore. This trend is fueled by rising gold prices, geopolitical tensions, and expectations of US rate cuts, making ETFs a preferred choice for secure and liquid investments. The market sees strong growth and attractive returns, with…
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted India’s robust macroeconomic fundamentals and significant market depth during IMF meetings. He noted increasing capacity utilization and well-managed inflation, despite global uncertainties and policy shifts. Malhotra also pointed to manageable fiscal deficit and strong growth projections, emphasizing orderly rupee movement.
Wall Street advanced Wednesday, with the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all climbing. Strong earnings from tech giants like ASML and Nvidia, alongside positive bank results from Bank of America and Morgan Stanley, fueled the rally. Investors focused on corporate profits amid economic uncertainties and ongoing US-China trade tensions.
Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra indicated that a policy space exists for a future interest rate cut, but stressed the need for the right timing to maximize impact. While inflation outlook is benign, global uncertainties necessitate waiting for existing measures to take effect before further action. The central bank maintained the benchmark lending…
Silver prices experienced a sharp decline of Rs 3,000, closing at Rs 1,82,000 per kg after a historic short squeeze and tightening liquidity in London. Meanwhile, gold reached an all-time high of Rs 1,31,800 per 10 grams in India, driven by strong domestic demand and global rallies amid geopolitical uncertainties.
India and the United States are engaged in extensive trade talks. Discussions are progressing at various levels with a focus on finding mutually beneficial outcomes. India’s exports to the US are experiencing consistent growth. The Indian negotiating team is currently in the United States for further deliberations. Both nations are committed to achieving a positive…
India’s vegetable oil imports surged 51% in September to 16.39 lakh tonnes, driven by a significant increase in crude palm oil shipments. This rise followed a government decision to widen the import duty gap, making refined oil imports unviable and leading to zero refined palmolein imports for the first time since 2021.
Axis Bank’s net profit saw a significant drop of 26 percent in the September 2025 quarter. Net interest income showed a slight increase. Operating costs rose year-on-year. Gross and net non-performing assets also saw changes. Provisions and contingencies increased substantially for the quarter. This financial performance reflects key shifts for the private sector lender.
India’s job market is experiencing a robust upswing, with e-commerce and tech start-ups leading a projected 4.4% net employment increase. This growth is increasingly reaching Tier-II cities, driven by sectors like logistics, retail, and automotive, supported by government policies. Employers are prioritizing skill-focused hiring strategies and workforce formalization.
Gold prices have surged nearly 50% this year, surpassing $4,000 per ounce, with projections suggesting a potential 150% increase by 2028. Factors like inflation concerns, global uncertainty, and a shift away from the USD are driving this momentum. Experts foresee continued, albeit slower, price increases despite valuation challenges.
