Global chip stocks surge as blowout Micron results reignite AI rally

Global chip stocks experienced a significant rally on Thursday, fueled by Micron Technology’s stellar financial results and optimistic outlook. The company’s strong performance and forecast for robust demand, particularly in AI-driven sectors, have boosted investor confidence. This surge has positively impacted major players across the US, Europe, and Asia, signaling a sustained boom in the…

US Stock Market: Fed’s Goolsbee sees early signs of relief in services inflation, says core price pressures remain elevated

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee said the latest US inflation data shows some improvement in services inflation, but underlying price pressures remain elevated. He stressed inflation is still the main concern over labour market strength. He reiterated data dependence on policy decisions, highlighting tariffs and energy costs as temporary inflation drivers.

Can Jio and NSE IPOs repeat Maruti feat?

US and Indian IPO markets are gearing up for major listings, with AI giants like OpenAI and Anthropic set to capitalize on investor frenzy. In contrast, India’s anticipated Jio and NSE IPOs face a less enthusiastic market after years of stagnant returns. While US IPOs may signal market tops, India’s offerings are expected to be…

What Mukesh Ambani said as Jio IPO becomes Reliance’s ‘most important milestone’ of 2026

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced that the Jio Platforms IPO is a significant value creation milestone for the year, with the telecom giant filing its DRHP with SEBI. He assured shareholders that the listing will unlock substantial value and present an attractive investment opportunity, highlighting Jio’s role in building global-scale technology companies from India.

Carlyle eyes $1 billion raise via auto, healthcare IPOs

Private equity giant Carlyle is gearing up for significant IPOs in India, planning a $500 million listing for its automotive platform, Highway Roop Precision Technologies, valued at an estimated $2 billion. Concurrently, its healthcare RCM platform is also set for a $400-500 million offering. These major moves are anticipated by mid-2027, signaling substantial growth for…