US Stock Market: Rising equity financing costs cast shadow over Wall Street’s rally

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…

NRI Talk | Rupee depreciation shouldn’t deter NRIs; India still offers attractive dollar returns: Feroze Azeez

NRIs are questioning India’s investment appeal due to recent flat returns and rupee depreciation. However, experts emphasize India’s strong long-term structural growth story, driven by a young population and rising consumption. Despite short-term cycles and US market rallies, India offers attractive dollar returns over the long haul, supported by improving corporate earnings and a stable…