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Asian shares traded mixed as Japan’s Nikkei and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng declined, while Shanghai’s Composite saw a slight increase. This followed US President Trump’s assurances over ties with China, aiming to avoid economic depression. Despite market volatility and concerns about expensive valuations, particularly in AI, investors await upcoming earnings reports from major US companies.

LG Electronics India has successfully listed on the BSE and NSE today. The company’s Initial Public Offering saw immense investor interest, becoming the second most subscribed issue ever. Experts anticipate strong investor demand for the stock, citing attractive valuations and solid business prospects. LG Electronics India reported robust financial performance in FY25, with significant growth…

Amidst global economic uncertainty, gold is attracting investors as a safe haven. Experts highlight its long-term role as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical risks, with central bank buying and ETFs driving current prices. Investors are advised to consider gold with a ten-year horizon, with current recommendations suggesting up to 10% allocation.

Net direct tax revenue has grown 6.33% to over Rs 11.89 lakh crore by October 12, driven by robust corporate tax collections and reduced refund issuances. This growth reflects an increase in both corporate and non-corporate tax receipts, with the government projecting further expansion for the full fiscal year.

US stocks surged Monday as President Trump signaled a softer stance on China, easing trade war fears. His social media posts suggested a desire to help China, a stark contrast to earlier threats of hefty tariffs. This shift has boosted hopes for a stable global trade environment, with analysts suggesting a potential market recovery. Investors…

HCL Technologies reported a flat consolidated net profit of Rs 4,235 crore for the September quarter, a 10.2% sequential increase. The IT firm’s consolidated revenue grew 10.6% year-on-year to Rs 31,942 crore. HCL Technologies reaffirmed its revenue growth projection for FY26 and raised its services revenue guidance.

India’s silver market is experiencing an unprecedented surge, with prices climbing 53% in 2025, outperforming gold. This has fueled a tripling of investment inflows into silver ETFs, reaching record global holdings. Robust festive demand and global supply constraints are driving domestic prices to significant premiums, prompting some fund houses to temporarily halt subscriptions.

Despite a flat Nifty, SIP inflows remain robust, showcasing retail investor maturity. Gold ETFs surged, while multi-asset funds attracted significant interest, indicating a preference for diversified safety. Investors are shifting from smallcaps to flexicaps, though midcap interest persists despite valuation concerns.

India’s retail inflation significantly dropped to 1.54% in September 2025, the lowest since June 2017, driven by a fourth consecutive month of declining food prices. This easing reflects a favorable base effect and lower costs for vegetables, edible oils, and cereals, with food inflation hitting its lowest since December 2018.