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The Reserve Bank of India increased gold reserves over US Treasury bills. This move aims to strengthen foreign exchange holdings. India s US T-bill investments decreased compared to last year. However, India remains a top investor, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Germany. This shift reflects a global trend of diversifying reserves beyond the dollar. China also reduced its US T-bill holdings.

Indian equity investors might face a lackluster September, as historical trends indicate a subdued market performance. Data reveals that key indices like Nifty 50 and Nifty 500 have often declined during this month over the past decade. Technical analysis suggests a slightly negative outlook, with potential upside capped until Nifty surpasses specific levels.

Overseas investors significantly increased their purchases of Indian bonds for the second straight month in August, driven by attractive yields. Net inflows into the fully accessible route for government securities soared to ₹10,471 crore, fueled by a widening yield gap between Indian and US treasury bonds.

Nifty 50 is expected to experience volatility in the coming week. Technical indicators suggest potential weakness. Analysts have identified critical support levels. Consumption-driven sectors show strength. Caution is advised for banks, IT, PSUs, and realty. Axis Securities suggests a Put Spread strategy for Nifty options expiring on September 2. Hero MotoCorp and Britannia are among stocks to consider.

Emerging-market stocks have surged during Trump s second term, mirroring his first, but this rally may falter. While the MSCI Emerging Markets Index has consistently risen, corporate earnings in developing nations are struggling to meet expectations. Trump s trade and fiscal policies are driving both the stock market gains and the earnings decline, creating a complex and potentially unsustainable situation.

Indian benchmark indices closed the holiday-shortened week 1.8% lower amid US tariff worries. On Friday, Nifty declined 0.3%, ending at 24,426.85. The new derivatives series began on a muted note, with the market in a corrective phase and Nifty approaching a key support zone of 24,250–24,350, while banking stocks near critical technical support.

The NSE has raised the quantity freeze limit for Bank Nifty derivatives from 600 to 900, effective September 1. Freeze limits for other key indices remain unchanged. Members have been instructed to update their trading applications accordingly. The move, announced via a circular on August 29, aims to ensure smoother trading operations and reduce risks of erroneous large orders.

Reliance Jio is gearing up for a record-breaking IPO by H1 2026, potentially raising up to Rs 67,500 crore and valuing the company at $154 billion. It would surpass all previous Indian listings, including Hyundai and LIC. With over 500 million subscribers and strong financials, Jio aims for global expansion, though analysts caution on valuation benefits for RIL shareholders.

Ola Electric’s shares surged 14% after securing Production Linked Incentive (PLI) certification for its Gen 3 scooters, boosting margins and profitability prospects. Despite this, market share has slipped amid stiff competition and supply issues. Analysts note healthy technical signals but caution on short-term pullbacks. Ola aims for growth with new models and targets EBITDA breakeven by Q2 FY26.

CMR Green Technologies Ltd, non-ferrous metal recycler, has filed preliminary papers with markets regulator Sebi seeking its approval to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO).