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Factors that will drive the markets this week

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Trading sentiment in the equity market will be guided by macroeconomic data announcements, global trends and quarterly earnings from IT major TCS this week, analysts said. Stock markets would also be tracking trading activity of foreign investors who remained net sellers of Indian equities in September.

Physical AI: The Next Big Leap in Manufacturing

Physical AI: The Next Big Leap in Manufacturing

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Physical AI equips machines with the ability to perceive, learn, and act in the real world by integrating AI algorithms with sensors and actuators in physical systems like robots and vehicles.

Blackstone to invest Rs 6,200 crore for 9.99% stake in Federal Bank

Blackstone to invest Rs 6,200 crore for 9.99% stake in Federal Bank

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Private-sector lender Federal Bank on Friday announced that New York-based Blackstone will invest Rs 6,196.51 crore in the bank through its affiliate Asia II Topco XIII Pte Ltd via a preferential issue on a private placement basis.

Two key drivers for stock markets this week

Two key drivers for stock markets this week

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Equity markets will keenly track outcome of the US Federal Reserve policy meeting this week amid heightened expectations of an interest rate cut along with WPI inflation data, analysts said. Any further development on the USndia trade front would also drive trends in the equity market, experts said.

Why Millions Of Women Are Fighting Their Bodies

Why Millions Of Women Are Fighting Their Bodies

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Nearly 70% of autoimmune disease patients in India are women. Doctors have observed that autoimmune diseases are far more common among women, especially between the ages of 20 and 50, when hormonal and lifestyle factors are most active.

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Dr Sonali Ghosh, the first woman to head the Kaziranga National Park and the first Indian to win the IUCN's Kenton Miller Award, has turned her childhood love for nature into an inspiring career in wildlife protection and leadership.

What Are Aggressive Hybrid Funds?

What Are Aggressive Hybrid Funds?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Investors having a moderate-risk profile can use these funds in their retirement portfolios.

Pharma stocks slide as US headwinds hurt

Pharma stocks slide as US headwinds hurt

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Concerns over weakening demand for Indian pharmaceutical (pharma) drugs in the US - their largest export market - have weighed heavily on investor sentiment this year. While the Nifty 50 has gained 6.02 per cent year - to - date (as on September 15), the Nifty Pharma index has declined 5.18 per cent, National Stock Exchange data shows.

Factors that will drive the stock markets this week

Factors that will drive the stock markets this week

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Trading activity of foreign investors and crude oil prices would also remain in the limelight during the week, experts noted. "This week brings a series of important economic data releases from India and the United States, which are likely to influence market sentiment and central bank outlooks.

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

'A Domestic Dispute That Became A National Dispute'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'I wanted to go for the heart, and at the same time, open the audience's mind.'

Stock markets end marginally lower in volatile trade

Stock markets end marginally lower in volatile trade

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, Maruti, Axis Bank, Larsen & Toubro, ICICI Bank, Bharti Airtel, Infosys, Adani Ports and Hindustan Unilever were the laggards. However, Titan, State Bank of India, Eternal and Trent were among the major gainers.

Is BAMS A Good Career Option?

Is BAMS A Good Career Option?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

rediffGURU Dr Nagaraj JSK guides aspirants on how to pick the right course and college for your career.

BFSI Sector Set For Boom With Rs 58K Cr IPOs

BFSI Sector Set For Boom With Rs 58K Cr IPOs

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The sector's IPO pipeline is led by Tata Capital's Rs 17,000 crore issue, followed by ICICI Prudential Asset Management at Rs 10,200 crore and Billionbrains Garage Ventures at Rs 6,000 crore.

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Part-I of this three-part series dives into Delhi-NCR's SPR, Sohna, Dwarka Expressway, and Jewar Airport leading the charge.

Home Loans: Banks Roll Out Festive Offers

Home Loans: Banks Roll Out Festive Offers

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Do exhaustive research and then select the one that best fits your budget and requirements.'

Gold may rise towards $4,500 an ounce as Asia drives demand

Gold may rise towards $4,500 an ounce as Asia drives demand

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Gold's glittering rally is expected to continue, with prices likely to climb towards $4,500 per ounce in overseas markets, supported by sustained global central bank purchases, persistent geopolitical tensions, and strong Asian demand, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. Silver, which has outperformed gold in terms of returns so far this year, is projected to climb to around $75 per ounce, aided by robust industrial consumption and a widening supply deficit, the report said.

Sensex, Nifty end in red in volatile trade

Sensex, Nifty end in red in volatile trade

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, Trent, Tech Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever, UltraTech Cement, Asian Paints, Eternal and ITC were the major laggards. Selling in HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank also dragged the key indices. However, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finance, Maruti and State Bank of India were among the gainers.

Key factors to drive stock markets this week

Key factors to drive stock markets this week

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Equity investors are up for an eventful trading week ahead as the 90-day suspension period of the reciprocal tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump ends on July 9, analysts said, adding that a positive outcome from the trade negotiations could further lift market sentiment, particularly benefiting trade-sensitive sectors.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

In an event-heavy week, stock investors will track quarterly earnings of several bluechip firms, the likely outcome of ongoing India-US trade talks, and inflation data for market cues, analysts said on Sunday. Moreover, global market trends and trading activity of foreign investors would also guide movement in equities, they said.

Sensex ends down 386 points on foreign fund outflows

Sensex ends down 386 points on foreign fund outflows

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, Tata Motors, Bharat Electronics, UltraTech Cement, Tech Mahindra, Mahindra & Mahindra, ICICI Bank, Tata Consultancy Services and Axis Bank were the major laggards. However, Power Grid, Hindustan Unilever, NTPC and HCL Tech were among the gainers.

Sensex ends down 119 points on profit-taking in IT, auto shares

Sensex ends down 119 points on profit-taking in IT, auto shares

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, Mahindra & Mahindra, Asian Paints, Infosys, Titan, Sun Pharma, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra and Power Grid were the major laggards. However, Bajaj Finance, Eternal, UltraTech Cement and Reliance Industries were among the gainers.

Manufacturing pushes industrial output growth to 4-month high

Manufacturing pushes industrial output growth to 4-month high

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

India's industrial production growth accelerated to a 4-month high of 3.5 per cent in July this year due to good performance of manufacturing sector, according to official data released on Thursday. The country's industrial output earlier recorded this level of growth at 3.9 per cent in March 2025.

Gold surges Rs 2,200 to hit fresh high of Rs 116,200/10 gm

Gold surges Rs 2,200 to hit fresh high of Rs 116,200/10 gm

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Gold prices surged Rs 2,200 to hit a fresh peak of Rs 116,200 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday buoyed by strong global cues as investors awaited key commentary from US Fed officials for policy direction. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had closed at Rs 1,14,000 per 10 grams on Friday.

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Stock investors will track the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, Brent crude oil prices, inflation data and the US Fed interest rate decision for further cues this week, analysts said. Tariff-related news would also dictate trends in the equity market, experts noted.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Indication of a potential US Federal Reserve rate cut may trigger optimism in the domestic equity market, with investors' attention shifting to the looming deadline for additional US tariffs on Indian goods in a holiday-shortened week ahead, analysts said.

Bull vs bear: Who will rule D-Street this week?

Bull vs bear: Who will rule D-Street this week?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

The domestic stock market will continue to monitor the Israel-Iran conflict and its impact on global supplies besides prices of crude oil this week, analysts said. Global trends and trading activity of foreign investors would also drive investors' sentiment during the week.

How the markets will fare this week

How the markets will fare this week

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Stock markets are in for an event-heavy week ahead with a raft of Q1 earnings from blue-chips, the US Fed interest rate decision and foreign investors trading activity driving investors' sentiment, analysts said. Macroeconomic data announcements, monthly auto sales numbers and global market trends would also guide movement in the domestic equities, they said.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Equity markets this week would keenly track the upcoming GST Council meeting, macroeconomic data announcements and trading activity of foreign investors for further movement, analysts said. Moreover, developments related to tariff negotiations, global market trends and auto sales data would also drive investors' sentiment.

Will GST Rate Cuts Bring Back FPIs?

Will GST Rate Cuts Bring Back FPIs?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Foreign portfolio investors sold stocks worth Rs 1.42 trillion in 2025, with their sales hitting Rs 12,257 crore in the first four trading days of September.

India's GDP grows 7.8% in Q1; highest in five quarters

India's GDP grows 7.8% in Q1; highest in five quarters

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Indian economy grew by 7.8 per cent in April-June -- the highest in five quarters -- before the disruptive US tariffs were imposed.

How India Buys A Car Today Has Changed

How India Buys A Car Today Has Changed

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

More Indians start car shopping online, pushing automakers and dealers to respond quickly, train staff, and use AI to turn clicks into showroom visits.

Sensex jumps 595 pts as India, US begin trade talks

Sensex jumps 595 pts as India, US begin trade talks

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Larsen & Toubro, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti, Bharti Airtel and Tata Steel were the major gainers. However, Asian Paints and Bajaj Finance were the laggards.

From Gujarat To Global Stage: Modi's 25 Year Journey

From Gujarat To Global Stage: Modi's 25 Year Journey

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

'I disagree with much of Modi's politics, but it cannot be denied that in these years in office, he has carved more than a niche for himself in history,' points out Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay, author, Narendra Modi: The Man, The Times.

3 key drivers for the markets this week

3 key drivers for the markets this week

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The decision to hike US H-1B visa application fee to $100,000, trade talks and the GST rate cut will be the key drivers for stock market movement this week, analysts said.

H1B Crisis May Impact IT Stocks

H1B Crisis May Impact IT Stocks

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'I expect IT stocks to trade lower for some time. They are unlikely to make money for investors.'

Haryana IPS officer's suicide: Rohtak SP shunted out

Haryana IPS officer's suicide: Rohtak SP shunted out

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The Haryana government transferred Rohtak Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarniya after an IPS officer's suicide and allegations of caste-based discrimination.

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Equity investors would track global market trends, inflation data and trading activity of foreign investors for further cues this week, analysts said. Moreover, progress of monsoon and developments related to trade talks would also be monitored by investors, experts noted.

'Indian markets closed at three-week high'

'Indian markets closed at three-week high'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

From the Sensex firms, Bharat Electronics, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, Axis Bank, Maruti and Tata Motors were among the gainers. However, Eternal, Hindustan Unilever, Trent and Titan were the major laggards.

SC Nod For Green Crackers; Sale Restricted In Delhi-NCR

SC Nod For Green Crackers; Sale Restricted In Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has allowed certified manufacturers to produce green crackers, but restricted their sale in Delhi-NCR without approval. The court has asked the Centre to review the ban on firecracker manufacturing in the region.

Sensex climbs 124 points; Nifty ends above 25K

Sensex climbs 124 points; Nifty ends above 25K

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, NTPC, Axis Bank, Power Grid, Bharti Airtel, Eternal and Sun Pharma were the major gainers. However, Infosys, Titan, UltraTech Cement and Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards.