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Banks are grappling with a surge in fraud linked to deposit accounts, surpassing loan accounts in risk. The rise of mule accounts used for money laundering has prompted stricter KYC processes and enhanced transaction monitoring. The RBI s MuleHunter.AI initiative and increased staff training aim to combat this growing threat, as banks balance customer acquisition with fraud prevention.

Indian equities rebounded strongly on Monday, fueled by encouraging GDP data after a three-day losing streak. The NSE Nifty closed up 0.8% and the BSE Sensex rose 0.7%. However, concerns remain about potential US tariffs, a weaker rupee, and modest earnings growth, which could limit further market gains. Foreign investors continued selling, while domestic investors provided support.

Mumbai stock market is set for a change. Derivative contracts will now expire on different days. National Stock Exchange contracts move to Tuesdays. Bombay Stock Exchange contracts will expire on Thursdays. This shift follows regulator Securities and Exchange Board s directive. Traders anticipate increased activity earlier in the week. The change aims to reduce market volatility.

Emerging-market equities experienced a rally, driven by AI-related stocks in Hong Kong and China, following Alibaba s report of surging AI revenue. Alibaba s shares jumped significantly, boosting the MSCI EM Index. Meanwhile, the Indonesian rupiah saw the largest gain against the dollar in Asia as Bank Indonesia intervened to stabilize the currency amid political concerns.

Mark Mobius believes India is still a strong market. He says US tariffs will impact some Indian exports. However, Indian entrepreneurs are finding ways to navigate these challenges. Mobius expects foreign investors to return to India in a few months. The Indian government s efforts to reduce bureaucracy will also help manufacturers.

Wall Street faces a crucial period as key economic reports and the Federal Reserve s interest rate decision loom. The stock market, showing signs of uncertainty after a modest August gain, enters historically weak September. Despite low volatility, analysts predict a potential fall correction before a year-end rebound, creating a tricky environment for investors.

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) on Monday exited One MobiKwik Systems by divesting its entire 2.10 per cent stake in the fintech firm for Rs 39 crore through an open market transaction.

The dollar hit a five-week low on Monday as investors looked ahead to a raft of U.S. labour market data this week that could affect expectations for the Federal Reserve s easing path.

Silver prices surged over Rs 6,000 in a single day to Rs 1,23,500 per kg, driven by Trump’s tariff policy uncertainty, global economic concerns, and a weak rupee. Gold prices also climbed sharply, dampening festive demand.

Despite a supportive macroeconomic backdrop—rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), an upgrade in India’s sovereign credit rating, and subdued inflation—bond markets have been experiencing significant dislocation, according to the latest Acumen note by Axis Mutual Fund Research.