Gold prices are on the rise, up by 0.4% after a dip earlier this week. Investors are closely monitoring the upcoming interest rate decisions from the US Federal Reserve, with an 18% probability of a hike this month and 80% in December. Heightened geopolitical tensions in Saudi Arabia and persistent global economic challenges are also in the spotlight.
The Nityas Gems & Jewellery IPO comprised a fresh issue of 1.45 crore shares aggregating to Rs 108.35 crore. The company had fixed the price band at Rs 70-75 per share.
PCBL Chemical has seen a 25% stock increase due to anticipated higher carbon-black prices. The company expects improved export prospects and a recovery in earnings. It has shifted some export volumes to the domestic market for better pricing. Management anticipates cost savings from various optimizations and a significant increase in Ebitda. Analysts have upgraded the stock rating, reflecting optimism about future market performance.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India is introducing a mandatory colour coded credit risk-o-meter for debt securities. This new meter categorizes credit risk into six color-coded levels, indicating risk levels accurately. Issuers and online bond platforms will need to adopt these disclosures in their documentation. The measures aim to improve transparency in the investment process for potential investors.
The RBI raised its benchmark repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5%, its first hike since February 2023, and shifted its policy stance to ‘calibrated tightening’. The move came as the central bank raised its FY27 growth forecast to 7.1% while warning that inflation and its outlook were no longer benign.
Indian equities fell as the Reserve Bank of India increased the repo rate by 25 basis points. The Nifty 50 closed down 0.76%, facing resistance at the 22,800 level. Key corporate developments regarding Adani Enterprises, Tata Consultancy Services, Ola Electric, and HCL Tech will be in focus. Other companies like Jubilant FoodWorks and Bank of Baroda also reported significant updates.
Foreign portfolio investors experienced a significant increase in selling Indian equities during the latter half of September. Financial stocks led the sell-off, with the highest outflows totaling around ₹6,943 crore. Oil and gas and auto sectors experienced notable selling, reflecting profit-taking and portfolio rebalancing. Telecom stocks faced profit-taking ahead of the upcoming Jio Platforms IPO, influencing investor positions.
MSCI’s Asia Pacific index for equities slipped 0.3%, with shares in Japan and South Korea falling, while markets in mainland China return from a holiday. Shares of Samsung Electronics Co. fluctuated between gains and losses after the chip bellwether reported record profit but still missed estimates.
The recent trading session on Wall Street saw a decline as US Treasury yields surged, sparking fears over inflation and the escalating debt crisis. This drop followed remarkable highs reached by the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Concurrently, rising oil prices due to supply issues influenced market sentiment and contributed to a global bond selloff.
US Treasuries are facing significant selling pressure as yields hit new highs, fueled by ongoing inflation concerns. Higher oil prices have exacerbated worries about sustained inflation in the market. The 10-year and 30-year bond yields have soared to their highest levels in 24 years. Additionally, rising corporate borrowing is vying for investor capital, contributing to supply constraints. Amid these dynamics, the Treasury plans to auction $39 billion in 10-year notes.
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