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Japan’s Nikkei share average declined in choppy trade on Wednesday. Technology stocks faced pressure after overnight losses on the Nasdaq index. Investors showed caution regarding the durability of the AI-driven market rally. This sentiment followed Samsung Electronics’ earnings which did not meet elevated expectations. Some domestic demand-sensitive shares and memory chip makers saw gains.

Indian Bank has embarked on a significant financial undertaking by securing a four-year loan worth $400 million, underwritten by CTBC of Taiwan and Commerzbank of Germany. The pricing for this loan ranges from 119 to 123 basis points over the SOFR rate. Currently in syndication, this initiative opens the door for additional banks to participate,…

Thursday saw declines in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes, primarily due to a renewed slump in chip stocks that outweighed positive earnings from select companies. Investors were keenly assessing economic data to understand the present economic landscape. The consumer staples sector fared better, whereas information technology struggled. Moreover, geopolitical uncertainties and escalating oil prices…