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Wall Street Awaits US Jobs Data After Sharp Semiconductor Rout
Wall Street investors are entering a cautious phase as they await the latest US employment report following a sharp decline in semiconductor stocks. The jobs data is expected to influence expectations around Federal Reserve policy, bond yields, and the broader direction of US equity markets. The topic is time sensitive because it is tied to current market activity and the…
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Gold and Silver Prices Draw Attention Ahead of Diwali Buying
Gold and silver prices in India are attracting fresh attention ahead of the upcoming festive season, with buyers tracking daily movements before Dhanteras and Diwali. On October 28, 2026, bullion reference rates showed modest gains, even as both metals remained below their early-October levels, keeping affordability and market volatility in…
Wall Street AI Sell-Off Deepens as Semiconductor Stocks Tumble
News report | October 23, 2026 Wall Street’s AI sell-off intensified on October 22 as semiconductor stocks plunged amid renewed concerns about artificial intelligence spending, corporate valuations and the returns expected from expensive technology investments. The Nasdaq Composite fell 2.60%, while the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index dropped 6.7%, extending pressure across…
India’s Goods Exports Surge 23% in September as Trade Gap Narrows
India’s merchandise exports rose 23.04% year-on-year to $44.40 billion in September 2026, supported by strong shipments of electronics, engineering goods and petroleum products. The merchandise trade deficit narrowed compared with a year earlier, although it increased from August as imports remained substantially higher than exports. India’s September Exports Reach $44.40…
NTPC and Eskom Explore Green Energy Partnership Between India and South Africa
India's NTPC is in talks with South Africa's Eskom over a potential renewable energy partnership, opening a possible new chapter in energy cooperation between the two countries. Discussions reportedly include the structure of a collaboration and the possibility of a joint venture, although no final agreement has been announced. NTPC…
Peak XV Selects 18 Startups for Revamped Surge Cohort
Peak XV Partners has selected 18 early-stage startups for the 12th cohort of its Surge seed-stage programme, with the new batch spanning artificial intelligence, robotics, space technology, fintech, healthcare and consumer technology. The investment firm has also raised its maximum Surge investment per startup from $3 million to $5 million.…
India’s LPG Import Map Shifts Again as UAE Reclaims Top Spot
India’s LPG import strategy is changing rapidly as the West Asia conflict continues to disrupt traditional supply routes. While US shipments surged sharply earlier this year, the latest September data shows American supplies falling as UAE shipments rebound, highlighting the changing economics of India’s energy sourcing. India’s LPG Supply Strategy…