Sebi asks depositories to put in place operational framework to implement buyback rules from Aug 1

Crude oil prices surged and US equity futures declined following renewed Middle East conflict. American crude oil jumped nearly five percent, topping eighty-three dollars a barrel. Treasury futures also moved lower, and the dollar strengthened against major currencies. Technology shares remained under pressure as investors questioned artificial intelligence spending returns. Markets await the Federal Reserve…

India’s consumer goods and healthcare sectors are poised for robust growth this fiscal year, driven by tax relief, increasing consumer spending, and a booming medical tourism industry. Brickwork Ratings anticipates a significant revenue jump for consumer goods, while healthcare benefits from strong financial health and government initiatives. Most sectors show a stable outlook, with power…

US stock markets are facing a new hurdle as borrowing costs for financing equity positions surge. Record demand for leveraged investments and derivatives activity are straining bank capacity, pushing up financing expenses. This trend, particularly concentrated in tech and semiconductor stocks, raises questions about the sustainability of the current rally, even as the broader Treasury…