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Aditya Kumar Halwasia acquired 38 lakh shares in Karnataka Bank for Rs 71 crore, a deal executed at a premium. The smallcap lender, supported by Quant Mutual Fund, saw its stock jump nearly 8% amid significant volume spikes. Karnataka Bank s net profit improved quarter-on-quarter, while NPAs moderated.

Shankar Sharma, founder of GQuant FinXray, argues that timing the macro cycle is essential for investment success, stating that most returns are driven by market trends. He points to the 2014-2020 period as an example of poor returns due to a lack of macro tailwinds, with significant gains only occurring in the last 4-5 years.

Eternal, a food delivery and quick-commerce platform, has stated that the new social security code will not negatively impact its long-term business prospects. The company is actively seeking clarity from the government on the exact financial and operational implications. Eternal anticipates these changes and is committed to the well-being of its gig workers, already providing insurance and welfare benefits.

Mangal Electrical Industries shareholder lock-in is expected to end soon. This could see nearly ten lakh shares become available for trading. The company manufactures components for transformers. Its shares have seen a decline since its market debut. Anchor investors include Abakkus Diversified Alpha Fund and Societe Generale. The company reported a profit fall in its September quarter results.

HDFC Asset Management Company and Thyrocare Technologies will trade ex-bonus next week. Record dates are set for November 26 and November 28. HDFC AMC offers a 1:1 bonus share. Thyrocare Technologies provides a 2:1 bonus issue. These events will determine shareholder eligibility for bonus shares. Investors should note these upcoming dates.

India s alternative investment sector is booming, with PMS and AIFs now managing over Rs 23.43 lakh crore. This remarkable growth, fueled by institutional investors and affluent individuals seeking alpha, has seen PMS assets surge sevenfold and AIF commitments skyrocket by nearly 50% annually. These investment avenues are becoming mainstream for wealth management.

Gold prices have shown resilience this week, ending with a modest gain. The Indian Rupee s record low against the Dollar is creating new challenges for traders. Experts anticipate continued volatility in the coming week. Gold is expected to trade within a specific range. Strong US jobs data has reduced expectations for a December Federal Reserve rate cut, impacting global sentiment.

Foreign investors continue to sell Indian shares. November saw outflows of Rs 3,788 crore. This follows significant selling throughout 2025. Experts note improved sentiment but tentative flows. Valuations and earnings clarity are key concerns. Investors await earnings growth to catch up before increasing exposure. Year-end portfolio rebalancing will offer clues.

DRA Homes is preparing for a public listing within three years, joining a trend of real estate firms tapping capital markets. The company has launched a ₹125 crore employee stock ownership program, granting 5% ownership to 325 employees. This move aims to strengthen governance and align stakeholders as DRA Homes targets expansion and a wider national presence.

Bitcoin plunged to a seven-month low near $80,000, mirroring a broader market retreat from riskier assets due to stretched tech valuations and interest rate uncertainty. Analysts warn of steeper losses if the $82,000 support breaks, though some see signs of dip-buying. Ether also experienced significant declines.