Posts in category Economic Times
Gold prices hover near two-week low on firm dollar, yields (27-06-2024)
Gold prices reflect global economic uncertainties amidst discussions on interest rates by central banks, impacting market sentiments. The interplay between various economic indicators and policy decisions continues to shape the trajectory of gold as an investment choice.
Battered yen pinned near multi-decade low amid resilient dollar (27-06-2024)
U.S. Treasury yields drive market dynamics as the yen weakens, impacting global currencies. Analysts await U.S. PCE data for potential Japanese intervention, while political uncertainties in Europe add to market volatility. Higher U.S. yields influence bond markets globally, affecting currencies like Sterling and Antipodean currencies against a strong dollar.
Oil prices slide on fears of slow US demand after surprise inventory build (27-06-2024)
Oil prices dropped due to rising U.S. stockpiles, affecting market sentiment. Brent crude traded at $84.17, and U.S. West Texas Intermediate at $80.58 per barrel. Escalating conflicts in Gaza, notably in Rafah, contribute to market uncertainties amidst concerns over weakening demand.
Wall Street ends slightly up, trade choppy ahead of inflation data (27-06-2024)
Strategic investments like Volkswagen's $5 billion in Rivian signal a shift towards sustainable energy. The market anticipates further developments in the electric vehicle sector. Investors carefully analyze such moves, impacting stock performances and sector trends. The market remains dynamic, responding to key catalysts and economic indicators for future insights.
Promoter Mala Relan cuts stake in Sharda Motor (27-06-2024)
Promoter Mala Relan offloads 25 lakh shares of Sharda Motor Industries for 499 crore in a block deal on NSE, selling at 1,996 each. With an 8.76% stake as of March 31, major buyers include Nippon India MF, Edelweiss MF, HSBC MF, ICICI Prudential MF, and Axis Smallcap Fund. Sharda Motor's shares climb 3.13% to 2,060, outperforming the BSE Smallcap Index's 8.73% gain over the past month.
Affle Holdings cuts holding in Affle (India) (27-06-2024)
Promoter Affle Holdings PTE divests 25 lakh shares of Affle (India) Ltd in a significant transaction on NSE, generating 322.5 crore. The sale, executed at 1,290 per share, reduces Affle Holdings' stake to 42.59%. The Monetary Authority of Singapore emerges as the buyer amidst Affle (India)'s 5.73% stock surge, closing at 1,364.
Party Continues: Sensex, Nifty hit new highs; RIL and Bharti Airtel lead the dance (27-06-2024)
NSE's Nifty rose 147.5 points, or 0.62%, to close at 23,868.8 and hit a record of 23,889.90 during the day. BSE's Sensex rose 620.73 points, or 0.8%, to end at 78,674.25, having touched an intraday high of 78,759.40.
Greenko in talks with REC to raise up to Rs 2,400 crore (27-06-2024)
The project has an offtake agreement with Norway's Yara and received pre-certification for ammonia. An offtake agreement is a contract to buy or sell goods in advance of production, which will facilitate financing for the project. Greenko has signed a term sheet with Yara Clean Ammonia in May this year, the trader and distributor of ammonia, for the supply of renewable ammonia from Phase 1 of AM Green's ammonia production facility in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.