Indian markets have pulled back over 2% from record highs due to trade deal uncertainty and fading rate cut hopes. Analysts see this as healthy consolidation within an uptrend, with key support at 25,400-25,600. Investors are advised to buy quality stocks on dips, with fresh longs considered above 26,100.
Japan's Nikkei share average plunged 4% on Wednesday, its worst session in seven months, mirroring Wall Street's sharp overnight declines. High-flying technology stocks like SoftBank Group and Advantest led the fall, though analysts suggest it's a reaction to recent gains rather than a market exit. Nintendo, however, jumped on an improved sales forecast.
Global markets are experiencing a risk-off sentiment. The Japanese yen and U.S. dollar are in demand. Asian stock markets saw significant drops. The Australian and New Zealand dollars weakened considerably. Sterling also declined. Investors are closely watching U.S. economic data and Federal Reserve policy.
Oil prices dropped on Wednesday. Global markets saw a broad selloff. Concerns about economic and fuel demand growth grew. A stronger U.S. dollar also impacted prices. U.S. crude stockpiles reportedly increased. These factors contributed to the decline in oil prices. OPEC+ agreed to a modest output increase for December.
Indian investors, take note: US stocks plunged Tuesday as banking titans warned of a potential market drawdown, fueled by stretched valuations and AI boom exuberance. Major indexes saw significant drops, with tech shares leading the decline. Concerns over high valuations and profit-taking are mounting, prompting a cautious outlook.
China's services sector expanded in October, but at its slowest pace in three months, as declining overseas orders outweighed improved domestic demand. While new business grew, export orders contracted for the first time in four months due to global trade uncertainties. Employment also declined, and input costs rose, pressuring profit margins.
ChrysCapital has secured a record $2.2 billion for its latest fund, ChrysCapital X. This marks a significant achievement for the Indian private equity firm. The fund saw strong participation from both global and domestic investors. ChrysCapital's strategy focuses on key sectors like consumer, healthcare, and technology. The firm has a proven track record of delivering substantial returns to its investors.
Reserve Bank of India officials met with primary dealers to address bond market challenges. Elevated yields and tight liquidity were key discussion points. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee saw gains, closing stronger against the dollar. This strengthening was attributed to state-run bank dollar sales and central bank intervention in offshore markets. Foreign investors continued to sell Indian equities.
Lenskart's 7,278-crore IPO saw a robust subscription of 28.26 times on its final day, attracting significant investor interest despite concerns over its valuation. Anchor investors and marquee names like Radhakishan Damani boosted sentiment, leading to strong demand across all investor categories.
Adani Enterprises plans to raise up to 25,000 crore via a rights issue to fund debt repayment and capital expenditure, primarily in its airport business. The company reported an 84% year-on-year net profit increase to 3,199 crore for the September quarter, boosted by an exceptional gain from a stake sale in Adani Wilmar.
