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US stocks edged higher on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 breaching the 7,000-point mark for the first time, underscoring sustained investor optimism around artificial intelligence, resilient Big Tech earnings prospects and expectations of eventual monetary easing.The benchmark index rose 0.3 per cent, extending gains after its latest record close. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced…
India remains deeply engaged on global trade issues, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday signalling confidence after US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about trade deal with New Delhi.Vaishnaw, who is in Davos for the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting, said Trump’s comment is very encouraging. “Given India’s position and deep engagement on…
Have you ever come across simple yet fun tests on social media that claim to reveal your personality, depending on the image you choose? These tests are aptly called personality tests; they make self-discovery fun while uncovering how you navigate life’s challenges and relationships.This particular test, which was initially shared by Jagran Josh, can reveal…
The broader macro backdrop for Indian equities remains stable heading into 2026, supported by healthier corporate balance sheets and early signs of an earnings recovery across sectors, according to ICICI Prudential Alternate Investments. However, after a long market upcycle and widespread rerating, much of the optimism on growth and profits is already reflected in stock…
Stock markets in Asia opened on a steady note on Monday as optimism over a possible US interest rate cut supported risk appetite at the start of the final month of 2025. Investors also kept a close watch on the Japanese yen, which strengthened amid expectations of a near-term policy shift in Tokyo.The yen advanced…
File photo (Picture credit: AP) Asian stocks climbed on Tuesday, buoyed by growing expectations that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in December, while crude prices steadied as traders balanced geopolitical uncertainty with forecasts of a softer oil market next year.As per Reuters, MSCI’s index of Asia-Pacific shares excluding Japan rose 1%, led…
India has emerged as one of the standout opportunities for global investors assessing prospects for 2026, according to Goldman Sachs Asset Management’s Investment Outlook 2026. The report places emerging market equities at the centre of potential gains next year, supported by easing inflation trends, a softer US dollar and improving earnings performance across developing economies.Within…
Asian stocks advanced on Monday, kicking off the the week on the back of AI optimisim, after Wall Street saw another tech led rally.Hong Kong’s HSI jumped to 26,043, adding 136 points or 0.53%. Kospi also traded up 2.4%, reaching 4,209 at 9:25 AM IST. Shanghai also traded in green, reaching 3,956.Shenzhen, sank 1%, down…
Online brokerage Groww is gearing up for one of the most closely watched listings of 2025, as investors eye the Bengaluru-based fintech’s upcoming public issue amid a buoyant primary market. The company’s grey market premium (GMP) of Rs 10.5 suggests potential listing gains of around 10.5% over the upper end of its Rs 95–100 price…
US President Donald Trump on Friday expressed optimism for the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and said that after the hostage release, Gaza will be rebuilt, citing anticipated financing from wealthy Arab neighbors, and will set a board of peace.Answering the question over the Israel-Hamas deal, where key members signed the “first phase” on Wednesday, Trump said that…
