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.

Global Market: US weekly jobless claims drop more than expected

US unemployment claims saw a sharper-than-expected drop last week, signaling continued labor market strength. Despite this positive sign, a rise in continuing claims suggests employers are cautious about hiring, potentially impacting job seekers, especially recent graduates facing competition from AI. The median unemployment duration has also lengthened, indicating a tougher job search for many.

Mega IPO wave set to sweep Dalal Street as July listings gather pace

India’s IPO market is poised for a strong comeback in July, with over a dozen companies planning to raise approximately ₹45,000 crore. Major offerings from SBI Funds Management, Manipal Health Enterprises, and Zepto are leading the charge. Favorable market conditions, robust domestic investor participation, and easing global uncertainties are fueling this resurgence, signaling a positive…

Turtlemint IPO ends with 1.2x subscription, QIBs lead demand

Turtlemint Fintech Solutions’ ₹883-crore IPO saw robust demand, closing Tuesday with a 1.20 times subscription. Qualified Institutional Buyers led the charge, subscribing 1.59 times, while retail investors showed keen interest at 1.07 times. Despite a slower uptake from Non-Institutional Investors, the overall response indicates a positive market reception for the fintech firm’s public offering.