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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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Rupee Falls to 95.79 as Oil Prices and FPI Outflows Rise
The Indian rupee weakened to 95.79 against the US dollar on Friday as crude oil prices stayed above $108 a barrel and foreign portfolio investors continued selling Indian equities. Rising US bond yields and escalating Middle East tensions added to pressure on the currency. Rupee Slips to 95.79 Against US…
Brent Crude Crosses $100 as Middle East Tensions Hit India’s Oil Bill
Brent crude has moved above $100 a barrel again as escalating Middle East tensions threaten global oil supplies. For India, which depends heavily on imported crude, the price surge raises concerns over the oil import bill, inflation, the rupee and corporate costs. Brent crude crosses $100 amid fresh supply fears…
Fairfax IDBI Bank Deal Faces Delay Over Valuation Concerns
The Fairfax IDBI Bank deal may face a delay as the government and Canadian investor Fairfax Financial Holdings remain apart over valuation. A reported ₹81-per-share offer for a 60.72% stake has put the proposed ₹53,000 crore transaction under renewed scrutiny. Fairfax IDBI Bank deal hits valuation roadblock The proposed Fairfax…
Tempsens Instruments IPO Draws Strong Day-One Demand
The Tempsens Instruments IPO opened for subscription on August 20, 2026, drawing strong investor interest from the opening hours. The ₹650 crore issue, priced at ₹285 to ₹300 per share, moved quickly as non-institutional and retail investors placed bids. Tempsens Instruments IPO Opens With Strong Investor Demand The Tempsens Instruments…
Lalithaa Jewellery IPO Crosses 3x Subscription on Final Day
The Lalithaa Jewellery Mart IPO entered its final day of bidding on August 19 with overall subscription crossing the 3x mark. The ₹1,700 crore public issue, which opened on August 17, has drawn strong demand ahead of its scheduled close, putting the jewellery retailer in focus among investors tracking India’s…
Sudarshan Chemical AGM Today Focuses on FY26 Results and Dividend
Sudarshan Chemical Industries is holding its 75th Annual General Meeting on August 18, 2026, with shareholders set to consider the company’s FY26 performance and proposed final dividend. The meeting comes as investors assess the impact of the Heubach acquisition, profitability, debt levels and the company’s global expansion. Sudarshan Chemical AGM…