Sensex drops 931 points and the Nifty hits a 2-month low due to a broad sell-off.
On October 22, the Nifty fell below 24,500 due to a combination of dismal sectoral performance, extended selling in the wider markets, and unfavorable global indications. In closing, the Nifty was down 309.00 points, or 1.25 percent, at 24,472.10, while the Sensex was down 930.55 points, or 1.15 percent, at 80,220.72. The BSE Smallcap index…
Adani Cements would purchase a 46.8% share in Orient Cement at an equity value of Rs 8,100 crore
On Tuesday, Ambuja Cements, which Adani controls, declared that it has finalized a deal to buy Orient Cement Ltd (OCL) for an equity worth Rs 8,100 crore. According to the company, Ambuja will purchase 46.8% of OCL’s shares from its present proprietors and some public shareholders. Internal accruals will entirely finance the transaction. For Rs…
Cotton increased after India’s cotton production forecast was lowered by the USD to 30.72 million bales
Cotton candy prices rose by 1.7% to 57,420 due to supply concerns and reduced production forecasts. The USDA lowered India’s cotton production forecast to 30.72 million bales due to crop damage and pest issues. Ending stocks were reduced to 12.38 million bales, tightening supply. However, the upside was limited by weak yarn market demand and…
As the dollar nears higher levels, copper has fallen to levels not seen since early August
Copper prices fell -0.91% to settle at 814.8, driven by a stronger dollar that touched levels near 103.8, dampening hopes for a quick cut in interest rates by the Federal Reserve. Although China’s central bank cut benchmark lending rates to record lows, one- and five-year lending prime rates were cut by 25 basis points to…
Heavy rains have caused crop damage, leading to an increase in turmeric prices
Turmeric prices rose by 0.78% to 13,702, driven by potential crop damage from heavy rains. However, gains were limited due to lower demand and rising arrivals. Total arrivals were 14,915 bags, a drop from the previous session’s 16,975 bags. The combination of low supply and unfavorable weather conditions is expected to push prices higher in…
The minimum contract value for index derivatives is raised by NSE.
In compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) ‘s most recent futures and options (F&O) regulations, the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has increased the lot sizes for its five index derivatives contracts: Nifty, Nifty Bank, Nifty Financial Services, Nifty Midcap Select, and Nifty Next50. Beginning on November 20, the Nifty…
Crude price falls due to weaker demand outlook and reduced supply disruption
Crude prices were down 0.65% to settle at 5,839, as concerns over future demand and fears of supply disruptions weighed on the market. Both the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the International Energy Agency (IEA) have cut their forecasts for global crude demand in 2024 and 2025. Weak economic data from China,…
MSP increased for seven Rabi crops, with mustard being a major beneficiary
The Indian government has raised minimum support prices (MSP) for seven rabi crops for the 2025-26 marketing season, with mustard and rapeseed being the most affected. The increase is expected to ensure remunerative prices for farmers and encourage crop diversification. Wheat’s MSP has been raised by Rs 150 per quintal. To reduce import dependence on…
Gold prices hit record highs amid US presidential election uncertainty
Gold prices hit record highs on Friday, helped by an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank just weeks before the US presidential election. Spot gold rose 0.8% to $2,713.18 an ounce, while gold futures for December expiration rose 0.8% to $2,728.30 an ounce, both hitting record levels on Friday. Silver prices broke out…
JSW Energy and MSEDCL sign PPAs for 1,200 MW of combined solar and wind power.
JSW Renew Energy Limited and JSW Renew Energy Thirty Limited, the company’s step-down subsidiaries, signed Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) on Friday for STU-connected Solar-Wind Hybrid Capacity, JSW Energy Limited announced. Two hybrid projects totaling 1,200 MW in capacity have PPAs signed by the company. Each project has…
