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ZFunds brings US stocks and ETFs to distributors, beyond DIY apps
The platform allows mutual fund distributors and wealth managers to offer international investments as demand grows for products and themes unavailable in India
Mutual Funds
Gold, silver extend losses as US inflation concerns weigh on rate-cut hopes
Gold futures on MCX fell to around ₹1.41 lakh per 10 gm and silver to ₹1.86 lakh per kg as persistent US inflation concerns fuelled expectations of tighter…
Monetary Policy
IndiGo posts Rs 1,879-crore loss as high fuel costs, geopolitical woes hit; capacity cuts & yield management offer only partial relief, says CEO Willie Walsh
IndiGo reported a net loss of Rs 1,879 crore in the September quarter as a sharp rise in jet fuel prices and foreign exchange costs offset strong revenue…
Bulls return as Fed rate pause, dip in US yields lift sentiment
Indian equities experienced a broad recovery as Sensex rose significantly and Nifty surpassed 22,900. This increase followed the US Federal Reserve's decision…
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'We would be selling Chinese goods': Piyush Goyal says joining RCEP would have killed manufacturing in India
One single act on the 4th of November 2019 in Bangkok is the reason that today we are discussing manufacturing and India's industry, says Piyush Goyal
Thursday, 29 October 2026
US Market: Anthropic IPO sparks betting frenzy on prediction markets
Prediction markets are witnessing rising activity ahead of Anthropic’s anticipated IPO, with retail investors betting on its valuation, listing timeline and exchange. Platforms…
IPO & Listings
One Planet Partners ties up with Japan’s SMTB to deploy ₹3,000 cr for maiden fund
One Planet Partners has partnered with Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank for its maiden fund, to deploy around ₹3,000 crore in investments across energy transition, mobility and…
Global Market: Malaysia's Asia OneHealthcare files draft prospectus for IPO of up to 4.38 billion shares
Malaysian hospital operator Asia OneHealthcare has filed for an IPO of up to 4.38 billion shares on Bursa Malaysia. The TPG-backed company plans to use the fresh-issue proceeds…
IPO & Listings
Indian shares set for positive start after Fed holds rates steady; elevated oil weighs
INDIA-STOCKS:Indian shares set for positive start after Fed holds rates steady; elevated oil weighs
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Gold At Rs 1.43 Lakh, Silver At Rs 1.94 Lakh: Three Ways How The Fed Rate Decision Could Move Them
A hold is almost certain tonight. What the Fed signals about a December hike will decide whether gold and silver extend their slide or bounce back.
India bonds sink on oil spike before Fed decision
Indian government bonds experienced a significant decline after a prior rally due to rising oil prices. Brent crude oil prices increased following concerns over supply disruptions…
Tuesday, 27 October 2026
US IPO Process: How companies navigate the road to Wall Street listing
Anthropic's potential US stock market listing has brought the IPO process into focus, from regulatory filings and confidential reviews to investor roadshows, pricing and share…
IPO & Listings
UK’s Renewed Appeal Runs Into a Tough Budget Test
This week’s UK budget looms as a major test for the country’s stocks, just as the market gains renewed appeal among global investors.
Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei rises nearly 2% on AI optimism, Anthropic IPO filing
Japan’s Nikkei surged nearly 2%, snapping a three-session losing streak, as Anthropic’s US IPO plans and gains in American semiconductor stocks boosted AI-linked shares such as…
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Anthropic IPO: Why Wall Street is bracing for an AI market test
Anthropic’s planned IPO could test public-market appetite for AI companies as the Claude maker draws backing from major technology firms and global investors. Its listing may…
IPO & Listings
Indian shares seen lower as oil stays near six-month high, Fed in focus
The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex rose 0.7% on Monday, snapping a four-session losing streak, helped by post-earnings gains in select stocks.
Quarterly Results
Anthropic's Wall Street debut: How rich will AI firm's IPO will make its 7 co-founders amid $1.5 trn valuation
Anthropic’s IPO filing offers a glimpse into the wealth and influence of its seven co-founders. As the AI firm prepares to go public, their shareholdings, voting power and…
IPO & Listings
Wall Street Highlights: S&P 500, Nasdaq Gain As Investors Parse Anthropic IPO Filing
Anthropic filed its much-awaited S-1, moving a step closer to being the first company focused primarily on developing the most advanced artificial intelligence models to go public.
IPO & Listings
Monday, 26 October 2026
Microsoft to offer buyouts to 60,000 employees in India, US, UK and Canada as it restructures workforce for AI
Microsoft Corp. will offer buyouts to about 60,000 workers, part of the company’s efforts to trim costs and retool its workforce for the artificial intelligence era.
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Chip Stocks Push Nasdaq On Course To One-Month High On Anthropic IPO Buzz: Nvidia, Micron Lead Gains
US stocks rallied as Anthropic’s IPO filing revived enthusiasm for artificial intelligence shares, lifting the Nasdaq Composite 1% to a one-month high.
IPO & Listings
US Stock Market Today: Dow Jones, Nasdaq Jump On Anthropic IPO Interest, Falling Oil Prices
Oil prices moved lower, with Brent crude futures falling 1.4% to $115.02 a barrel and US West Texas Intermediate declining 2% to $101.01 a barrel.
IPO & Listings
US stocks today: US stocks open higher as Anthropic's IPO filing sharpens AI focus
US stocks opened higher on Monday as Anthropic's IPO filing drew investor attention ahead of a week dominated by corporate earnings and the Federal Reserve's interest-rate…
Quarterly Results
Anthropic Files SEC Form For US IPO To Go Public On Nasdaq; Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley Among Lead Bookrunners
Anthropic has not disclosed the number of shares it plans to sell or the expected price range in the filing.
IPO & Listings
'You don't indulge in vandalism': Piyush Goyal praises Indian diaspora amid protests in Europe
"An important statistic is how well you are respected in this country. The good part is you are very wanted, very welcome here," Goyal says during his address in Germany
Indian shares on track for muted open as oil concerns persist, Fed in focus
The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex fell 2.4% and 2.2%, respectively, last week, declining in all four sessions on surging oil prices and West Asia tensions.
JSW MG taps into Chinese parent Saic for 70% of its purchases
Nearly 70% of the joint venture’s purchases in the financial year 2026 came from Saic-linked firms, taking their total business with the Indian carmaker to about $840 million…
Sunday, 25 October 2026
China's mega dam, India's Siang project: Why are Arunachal locals protesting against it?
The Siang Upper Multipurpose Project is a proposed large hydropower and water-storage project on the Siang River in Arunachal Pradesh
AI race beyond US, China: Japan, South Korea emerge as leading AI-ready economies. How India fares
For India, the challenge extends beyond developing AI models or attracting technology investment. It is also about ensuring that AI adoption improves productivity across the…
Saturday, 24 October 2026
Iran's Ghalibaf To Give BRICS Parliamentary Forum In Delhi A Miss Due To Unforeseen Circumstances
Tehran nevertheless sought to underline that the speaker's absence would not mean Iran was stepping back from the forum.
Why Jeep Is Looking To China For Its Next SUVs In India
Stellantis and Dongfeng plan to produce two Jeep off-road models in Wuhan from 2027, although India has not been confirmed as a destination.