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The consultation paper suggests merging investor protection funds (IPFs) of the equity and commodity derivatives segments into a single IPF, while ensuring adequate funds for commodity-dominant exchanges.

The revised norms, which take effect 60 days after the circular’s issuance, also modify the block deal trading windows — morning (8:45–9 am) and afternoon (2:05–2:20 pm).

Indian markets paused their four-day winning streak on Wednesday, with Nifty down 62 points and Sensex 153 points. Weakness in banks outweighed IT gains amid profit booking and pre-earnings caution.

Nifty snapped its four-day winning streak on Wednesday due to weakness in auto, pharma, and banking stocks. Analysts maintain a buy-on-dips strategy, highlighting opportunities in strong sectors like auto, metals, and PSUs.

Regulator reviewing SLB design to encourage wider participation, as most traders still prefer futures for shorting

Sebi increased the minimum block deal size from Rs 10 crore to Rs 25 crore and mandated delivery-based settlement. Trades must stay within ±3% of reference prices, with updated surveillance and trading window rules effective in 60 days.

U.S. stocks edged higher as investors awaited Federal Reserve commentary for interest-rate clues amid a government shutdown. Gold's surge to record highs highlighted a growing appetite for safe havens against policy risks and a shaky economic outlook. Tech stocks led gains, while energy and some financials faced pressure.

High Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) reflects strong capital efficiency and robust profits. Based on StocksEdge’s Profitable Scan data, six large-cap companies achieved over 50% ROCE in FY25, including InterGlobe Aviation, Nestle India and TCS.

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey emphasises capacity building, cybersecurity, and oversight as fintechs test blockchain in securities markets

On Wednesday, the Sensex fell about 153 points to close at 81,773, yet seven stocks from the BSE 500 index hit fresh 52-week highs, signalling strong momentum. Canara Bank, Muthoot Finance and 5 other stocks delivered notable gains over the past month.

“My spouse and I have a combined $5,500 in monthly Social Security payments and a $2,900-a-month pension.”

The move aims to cut transaction costs, enhance liquidity, and attract more foreign investors

The move would increase liquidity in India's cash markets, which presently lag behind its active derivatives market

Higher inflows into ETFs will lift gold imports; however, surge in imports could widen trade deficit and weigh on the rupee

Indian markets ended lower on Wednesday, with Nifty and Sensex breaking their four-day winning streak amid weakness in auto, pharma, and bank stocks. Action was seen in Eimco Elecon, Titan, Saatvik Green Energy, Osel Devices, Anant Raj, KIOCL, Nykaa, and Ixigo.

The Wealth Company Mutual Fund has launched its Ethical Fund, benchmarked against the Nifty 500 Shariah TRI Index, but with a distinctive Ahimsa-based approach.

Sensex settled 153.09 points lower at 81,773.66, while the Nifty 50 declined 62.15 points to close at 25,046.15

The rupee is likely to remain within a narrow range, supported by domestic triggers such as IPO-related inflows, and potential progress in US–India trade talks could gradually tilt sentiment in the rupee's favour

Resistances can cap the upside in the benchmark indices. EURUSD can fall to 1.1570

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty eased on Wednesday, snapping a four-session winning run, as investors booked profits, with financial shares leading losses. The weakness in banks outweighed gains in IT stocks ahead of the quarterly results.

Advent of quantum computing can lead to big security challenges, and Sebi is engaged in preparing the system to be safe ahead of its adoption, the capital market regulator's chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Wednesday.

Greece’s upgrade back to developed-market status, by the global index provider FTSE Russell, represents an undeniable triumph for a country that barely a decade ago was in the midst of a sovereign default.

Despite a weak BSE Smallcap Index, 23 small-cap stocks surged 50%–225% in three months, with 15 delivering over 60% gains, highlighting strong returns even in a declining market.

The RBI, through its recent operations, appears to be extending the duration of its swap book by rolling over existing October forwards, bankers said

Gold’s surge past US$4,000 an ounce has drawn strong support from billionaire Ray Dalio, who recommends holding about 15% of portfolios in gold as a hedge against credit risk. Amid a robust 2025 rally and economic uncertainty, Dalio views gold as both a structural safeguard and a timely investment opportunity.

Investors have turned more positive on green stocks as the energy needed to power AI can’t be delivered without renewables

Sensex down 170.77 points at 81,755.98 and the Nifty declining 62.60 points to 25,045.70 as of 12:45 pm, despite technology stocks continuing to provide support

European shares inched higher on Wednesday with banks and energy stocks leading early gains, though gains were kept in check by losses in automobile stocks following BMW's forecast cut and technology names amid U.S. calls for export bans.

Jewellery stocks have tumbled in 2025 despite strong Q1 earnings, with Senco Gold, Sky Gold, and Kalyan Jewellers posting PAT growth of 48-105%. Margin pressure and soaring gold and silver prices are dampening investor sentiment, while ETFs and electronic gold gain popularity. Experts advise caution, recommending focus on large, diversified players like Titan and Kalyan amid mixed near-term prospects.

NBFCs are poised for their strongest earnings in six quarters, with Q2 FY26 expected to deliver 21% YoY growth, according Motilal Oswal.

Nifty IT Index has dropped nearly 11% in the last three months as macro pressures, pricing challenges, and weak client demand weigh on the sector. Despite the broader slowness, HDFC Securities upgrades Infosys and HCL Tech to “BUY” on attractive valuations and AI-driven growth, while mid-tier IT companies may see muted performance in FY26.

Fed Governor Miran urged swift and aggressive U.S. rate cuts, citing calm bond markets, moderating inflation, and reliable government data, while emphasising democratic accountability and leadership in economic agencies.

The four entities — Manish Chaturvedi, Ashish Chaturvedi, Rajni Chaturvedi and Indus Strategy Financial Advisors Pvt Ltd — will voluntarily undertake a six-month debarment from the securities market

Sanae Takaichi wins Japan’s leadership race, raising hopes for pro-growth policies. Markets rally, but fiscal challenges, inflation, and global uncertainties limit aggressive stimulus, keeping investors cautiously optimistic.

A Reddit post claims Perplexity’s Comet Browser executed stock trades on Zerodha and applied for an IPO using simple AI commands. CEO Arvind Srinivas shared it, highlighting Comet’s potential to automate complex financial tasks via natural language prompts.