Iran has again cut internet and phone services as protests surge across the nation. Demonstrators are responding to calls for action, with markets closing in solidarity. This unrest echoes decades of similar movements driven by economic hardship and demands for freedom. Authorities have a history of responding with force and communication blackouts to quell dissent.
Oil prices are climbing for a second day. This surge is driven by uncertainty over Venezuela's oil supply and growing concerns about output from Iran due to civil unrest. Major oil companies are vying for U.S. government deals to export Venezuelan crude. Protests in Iran over economic hardship are also contributing to supply worries.
In the Nifty200 pack, the closing prices of 16 stocks fell below their 200-day moving averages on January 8, according to StockEdge.com's technical scan data. Of these, we highlighted 11 stocks that slipped more than 2.5%. Trading below the 200 DMA is considered a negative signal because it indicates that the stock's price is below its long-term trend line. The 200 DMA is used as a key indicator by traders for determining the overall trend in a particular stock. Take a look:
Asian equities saw a modest rise after a two-day decline, as investors awaited US payrolls data and a potential Supreme Court ruling on President Trump's tariffs. Money has shifted from tech giants to smaller companies, with the Russell 2000 outperforming the Nasdaq 100. US jobs data will offer clues on the Federal Reserve's interest rate path.
CVC has an exclusivity agreement with ValueLabs, founded in 1997 by Arjun Rao Donakanti (87% owner). Promoters may retain 1520% and management will continue running the firm.
JP Morgan anticipates 2026 will be a crucial year for India's electronics manufacturing services (EMS) sector, with stocks facing a significant test after underperforming in 2025. A sustained recovery for these shares will depend on companies demonstrating improved profitability, with key triggers including the extension of the mobile PLI scheme and the rollout of ISM 2.0.
The Reserve Bank of India actively intervened to bolster the rupee on Thursday, yet it ultimately closed weaker. Despite initial strength following the central bank's presence, the currency succumbed to later moderation and foreign portfolio investor outflows. Traders anticipate continued volatility, with US non-farm payroll data eyed for Friday.
Nifty 50 companies are projected to see single-digit year-on-year growth in revenue and net profit for the December quarter. Analysts anticipate a recovery driven by policy support and domestic demand, with operating margins expected to remain above 20% for the 13th consecutive quarter.
