VOLATILITY INDEX
NSE looks beyond transaction fees to drive growth
NSE reported a sequential decline in revenue and profit in the September quarter from previous results. The drop resulted from a 16% fall in transaction charges and reduced trading activity. NSE plans to enhance market activity through amendments to its Closing Auction Session framework expected in December. Additionally, the exchange is diversifying its offerings into commodity derivatives and digital gold products.
NSE factor indices in 2026: Alpha holds firm as other factors falter in 2026 so far
Welcome to TrendMap, your guide to the performance of different investment segments. In this edition, we present a 10-year performance tracker of various factor-based investment strategies. This map shows that no single-factor strategy consistently outperforms, making a strong case for diversification. By Sameer Bhardwaj.
How rising bond yields and interest rates are putting pressure on stock market valuations
Higher yields boost safer investments’ appeal, pressuring equity valuations despite earnings recovery.
Sensex & Nifty fall in Muhurat trade for first time since 2017
Indian equities experienced a slight decline during the Diwali Muhurat trading session for the first time since 2017. The Sensex ended at 80,999.40, down 28.62 points, and the Nifty closed at 24,986.40, shedding 43.95 points. Despite the drop, market sentiment has recently shown signs of improvement, particularly with foreign investors becoming buyers again.
Analysts see Nifty climbing to 25,600, recommend buying on dips
Nifty gained over 8.5% last week, crossing the 25,000 mark and demonstrating bullish momentum. Analysts foresee further upside towards 25,300-25,600 despite possible consolidation due to volatility. Key support for the Nifty is located at 24,000, promoting buying on potential dips. Top stocks recommended include Adani Ports, MCX, and SBI, showing strong bullish signals. Market breadth improved, with over half of Nifty 50 stocks above their 200-day moving averages.
US Stock Market prediction: S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones look to start in positive, check factors that will drive Wall Street
US Stock market investors will keep close eyes on Dow Jones as S&P 500, Nasdaq must continue the momentum.
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Dalal Street Week Ahead: Nifty bulls come back to life, but 25,000–25,200 zone poses next test
Indian equity markets rallied significantly following the results of the US midterm elections, which were favorable for investors. The Nifty Index saw a large gain and reclaimed important moving averages, indicating improved market sentiment. Some consolidation is expected, as the Index approaches broader resistance levels between 25,000 and 25,200. Various sector indices showed differing momentum as they contrasted against the broader Nifty 500 Index.

Bitcoin trades near $76K, Ethereum at $2,240 as tech selloff, strong US jobs data weigh on crypto markets
Bitcoin hovered near $76,000 and Ethereum around $2,240 as technology stock weakness, AI spending concerns and US crypto legislation uncertainty weighed on sentiment. Despite modest daily gains, major cryptocurrencies remained under weekly pressure, with ETF outflows, macroeconomic data and market volatility influencing investor appetite.

Wall Street stocks rally after heavy AI-related selloff
Wall Street's trading session presented a mixed scenario as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq climbed, contrasting with a modest dip in the Dow. Investor apprehensions regarding impending regulations for the AI sector, especially after recent Democratic electoral successes, led to increased market volatility. Meanwhile, key global markets witnessed declines, particularly in Europe and Asia, overshadowing advancements in certain tech stocks amid a generally bearish sentiment.

Nasdaq rebounds but posts fourth straight weekly decline
On Friday, technology stocks saw a significant rebound, boosting investor optimism about growth in artificial intelligence amidst recent market fluctuations. The semiconductor sector soared, primarily driven by impressive gains from Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices. Although this recovery was strong, the Nasdaq recorded its fourth consecutive weekly fall, hinting at a mixed market outlook. Job indicators remain strong, influencing Federal Reserve interest rate hike expectations.

FIIs step up India buying, pour Rs 13,750 crore on Friday; total buying hits Rs 53,154 crore in 14 days
Foreign institutional investors bought Rs 13,750 crore worth of Indian equities on November 6, extending their buying streak to 14 sessions. Cumulative inflows reached Rs 53,154 crore, lifting benchmark indices despite continued domestic institutional selling.

US stock market today: Why is the Nasdaq up 1% while the Dow Jones falls? S&P 500 turns green amid tech stock volatility and Fed rate hike fears over strong October jobs report
US stock market today: Wall Street is seeing a split recovery on Friday after Thursday's AI-led sell-off. The Nasdaq has jumped 1.02%, while the Dow Jones has fallen 0.90% and the S&P 500 gained 0.29%. Nvidia, AMD, Intel, Broadcom and Micron were among the chipmakers recording gains in early trading. Nvidia's rebound has been particularly important because of its large weight in the broader market.

Market wrap: M&M, ICICI Bank, Tata Motors PV, Eicher Motors top gainers and losers on Nifty and Sensex on Friday
The Sensex surged 1,718 points and the Nifty reclaimed 25,000, extending their winning streak despite a global market sell-off. M&M and ICICI Bank led the gains, while Tata Motors PV and Eicher Motors featured among the Nifty's top losers. Broader markets remained under pressure, with India VIX rising sharply.

Bharti Airtel reclaims No. 2 spot among India's most valuable companies, overtakes Jio Platforms
Bharti Airtel has reclaimed its position as India's second-most valuable listed company, overtaking Jio Platforms with a market capitalisation of Rs 13.15 lakh crore. The development follows a 31% year-on-year rise in Q2 net profit and comes amid a strong rally in benchmark indices for a seventh consecutive session.

Why did market rally today? Sensex ends 1,718 pts higher, Nifty reclaims 25,000 as D-Street concludes bumper week. 4 factors behind today’s gains
In a surprising turn of events on Friday, both Sensex and Nifty soared by more than 2%, contrasting with the downturn seen in global markets. This upward movement was sparked by a historic influx of share purchases by foreign investors, emphasizing their belief in India's financial potential. Mahindra & Mahindra shone bright with robust earnings information, though broader markets faced challenges.

D-St defies Asia rout! Sensex surges 1,500 pts, Nifty tops 24,900 as Diwali fireworks continue. What's ahead?
The Indian stock market defied global trends by experiencing gains, with Sensex and Nifty both rising up to 1% today. While international markets struggled, Indian equities benefitted from significant foreign investments. Mahindra & Mahindra led the charge in share price increases, although Nifty Smallcap and Midcap trended downwards. Analysts foresee ongoing strength in large-cap stocks, supported by robust earnings, and technical insights that may steer upcoming trading tactics.

India's October consumer inflation likely nears top of RBI target on food costs: Reuters poll
India's consumer inflation is projected to rise in October, mainly driven by significant increases in food prices. Economists expect food inflation to reach 8.20%, reflecting ongoing market pressures. Rising global food prices and higher input costs contribute to the inflationary environment. The Reserve Bank of India anticipates inflation to average 5.2% for the current financial year. A rate hike is likely to occur in the central bank's upcoming policy meeting.

South Korea eases leveraged investment rules to curb forced selling
South Korea has temporarily relaxed collateral requirements for securities firms to curb forced selling after a sharp stock market decline. The move aims to contain volatility, protect leveraged retail investors from forced liquidations and stabilise financial markets.

Best small cap mutual funds to invest in November 2026
According to the Sebi mandate, small cap schemes must invest in companies that are ranked below 250 in terms of market capitalisation. These schemes also will have to invest at least 65% in small cap stocks. Small companies go through many ups and downs - more than the established companies in the large and mid cap segments. That is why investing in small cap stocks is considered extremely risky; the small cap segment can also be extremely volatile, especially in the short term. That is why small cap schemes are recommended only to aggressive investors with a very high risk appetite and very long investment horizon.

Japan's Nikkei slumps more than 5% as market rout deepens on AI worries
Japan's Nikkei share average plummeted over 5% amid escalating market fears tied to regulatory scrutiny and a slowdown in artificial intelligence advancements. This drop followed the Democratic wins in the US midterm elections, sparking substantial sell-offs in traditional tech stocks. Both S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices recorded significant losses in earlier sessions, signaling a prevailing cautious mood in the global tech stock landscape.

Wall Street fear gauge soars and retail traders bolt as markets in tailspin
Retail investors experienced significant losses as they sold over $1 billion in stocks due to rising fears. The Cboe Volatility Index spiked sharply, indicating increased market anxiety among traders and investors. Major stock indexes declined, driven down by fears that a Democratic sweep could hinder AI spending. Options market activity reflected heightened demand for hedges, as retail investor sentiment shifted.

A global AI selloff could send money India's way, says Uday Kotak
Uday Kotak highlighted the potential for India to attract foreign investment as global AI valuations rise. Indian equities have performed relatively well, rebounding nearly 10% from lows earlier this month. Despite the drop in tech-heavy Asian markets, local stocks demonstrate resilience due to continued domestic investor confidence.

D-Street poised for a gap-up start as GIFT Nifty trades firmly higher
Indian equity benchmarks experienced gains as they extended their winning streak to five consecutive sessions. The Nifty 50 increased by 150 points while the BSE Sensex advanced by 383 points. Easing crude oil prices and optimism over US-Iran negotiations led to a broad-based buying in domestic equities. Additionally, foreign portfolio investors were net buyers, contributing to positive market sentiment.

How are global stock markets reacting to the US midterm election results?
Following the midterm elections where Democrats took control of both Congressional chambers, global stock markets felt the impact. Initial hesitation in European stocks soon gave way to strength, driven by financial sector gains. Precious metals experienced a notable uptick, but defense stocks reeled from concerns over military expenditures. In Asia, markets showed volatility, underscoring investors' adaptative strategies to the altering political scenario.

China stocks struggle near one-year lows despite fresh government support measures
Chinese stocks struggled near one-year lows despite fresh government measures to support the market, as investors remained cautious ahead of the US midterm elections. Concerns over China's economic outlook and technology stocks continued to weigh on sentiment.

South Korean shares reverse gains, KOSPI falls over 1% as US midterm results loom
South Korean shares reversed early gains as caution ahead of the US midterm election results triggered broad selling. Technology stocks led the decline, while foreign investors offloaded equities worth 1 trillion won amid concerns over global market volatility.

Best large cap mutual funds to invest in November 2026
One may invest in large cap mutual funds with a minimum investment horizon of five to seven years. Look out for our monthly updates where we keep discussing the performance of these schemes. We typically come up with our updates in the first or second week of every month.

Global Market Today: Asian shares retreat as US futures slide on mid-term election bets
Contracts for the S&P 500 Index dropped 0.3%, erasing an initial gain of 0.5%, while those for the Nasdaq 100 declined 0.6%. The dollar dropped against most of its Group-of-10 peers and the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note fell four basis points to 4.92%. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index dropped 0.2% even as South Korea’s Kospi Index jumped 1%.

Sensex, Nifty soar to a two-month high as FPIs ramp up buying activity
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed at their highest levels in nearly two months. Foreign investors have been net buying Indian equities, contributing to market gains over the past sessions. HDFC Bank was a significant contributor to the Nifty's gains, along with other major stocks like ICICI Bank. Decreasing crude oil prices have improved market sentiment among investors recently.
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