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Indian equities experienced a decline last week due to India-Pakistan tensions, but a ceasefire is expected to ease investor concerns, potentially leading to a positive start to the week. Technically, 23800 is now a crucial support level; breaching it could trigger further declines. The rupee strengthened, while FIIs net sold shares, and DIIs were net buyers.

Economists suggest that monetary authorities would be seeking to diversify their reserves, with an aim to minimize effects of revaluation loss and safeguard the value of their reserves.

The last time an Indian public sector entity tapped the dollar bond market was in September 2024, when power sector financier REC raised $500 million at 4.75%. This was purely a non-deal roadshow, one person said. "NaBFID is testing waters and may not immediately raise funds

In addition, 60 companies showed higher promoter holding from the year-ago levels. These companies were part of a common sample of 431 companies from the BSE 500 index. The sample companies have reported shareholding data over the past five years and each of them had promoter stake of 25% or more. In the December 2024 quarter, 21 companies had reported a sequential increase in the promoter holding.

Shares in Australia, Japan and South Korea advanced at the open, with the Topix index gaining for a 12th day for its longest winning streak since October 2017. Futures contract for the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq 100 both climbed more than 1.2%, while oil rose and gold fell 1.5%. The greenback climbed against major peers while the yield on the 10-year US Treasury rose 3 basis points.

Oil prices saw an increase on Monday. This followed positive signals from U.S.-China trade discussions. Both sides indicated progress, boosting market confidence. Investors are optimistic about a potential resolution to the trade dispute. OPEC+ plans to increase output in May and June. Talks between Iran and the U.S. continue regarding Tehran s nuclear program. U.S.

The dollar s value increased in early Asian trading. This happened after discussions between the United States and China reduced worries about a trade conflict. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer reached a deal with China to lower the U.S. trade deficit. India and Pakistan also agreed to a ceasefire.

The fourth quarter earnings season is gaining traction, with numerous companies, including Tata Steel, UPL, and SRF, set to announce their results on Monday. Tata Steel is anticipated to report a significant drop in net profit, potentially between 18% and 46% year-on-year, alongside a revenue decline. Investors will be closely monitoring management s insights on European operations and future margin expectations.

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