India tops Taiwan to reclaim fifth spot in global market capitalisation

India has surged back to the fifth spot globally in market capitalization, surpassing Taiwan. This marks India’s second ascent in recent weeks, having previously overtaken South Korea. The shift comes as Taiwan’s AI-driven rally cooled, trimming its market value. Investors are now reassessing stretched valuations and the sustainability of AI spending, impacting semiconductor-heavy markets.

US stocks today: US stocks climb as US, Iran halt attacks; Comcast surges on spin-off plan

Wall Street’s indices surged on Monday, lifted by a decrease in Middle East tensions and Comcast’s intention to divide into two separate firms. While investors exude cautious optimism amidst ongoing diplomatic developments, regional conflicts still loom large. Anticipation for upcoming earnings reports and uncertainty around AI expenditures contribute to market fluctuations, keeping traders on alert…