US Stock Market: Fed minutes, corporate earnings to set the tone for Wall Street this week

Investors will focus on the U.S. Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes and the start of the second-quarter earnings season this week to gauge the outlook for interest rates and the sustainability of the recent U.S. stock market rally. While technology stocks, especially semiconductors, have driven market gains, investors are also watching for broader participation from sectors…

Sensex jumps over 300 points, Nifty above 24,300 to extend gains for the 4th day on monsoon revival and FII buying

Indian stock markets surged on Monday, with Sensex and Nifty extending gains for a fourth straight session. Heavy rainfall revived monsoon hopes, while foreign investors turned net buyers, boosting investor confidence. Infosys led the gains, though some stocks like IndiGo saw declines. The market anticipates Q1 results, with financials and autos expected to perform well,…

FII stake in India’s 10 biggest stocks hits 20-year low. Time to go against the crowd?

Foreign investors are holding their lowest stake in India’s top 10 companies in two decades, coinciding with valuations dipping below long-term averages. This presents a potential contrarian opportunity for long-term investors, as these high-quality stocks now appear undervalued. Experts suggest this under-ownership could reverse, leading to outperformance by large-caps, especially as geopolitical risks subside and…