Faced with rising government bond yields and a weak yen, the Takaichi administration has stepped up efforts to reassure investors that the government will not resort to irresponsible debt issuance or tax cuts.
Indian investors, especially younger ones, purchased an estimated 12 tonnes of digital gold from January to November, driven by accessibility and fractional ownership. However, demand slowed after the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) warned that the product was unregulated, prompting industry players to call for a new regulatory framework.
Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts stock has seen an uptick, driven by expansion plans and growing travel demand. The company's international foray into Dubai and domestic growth, coupled with a widening luxury hospitality demand-supply gap, positions it for future success. Analysts anticipate significant upside, with a 'BUY' rating and a target price of 600.
Non-banking finance companies (NBFC) such as Aditya Birla Finance (ABFL), L&T Finance, Poonawala Fincorp, and SMFG India Credit are among those extending credit to small businesses, harnessing the technology backbone offered by payment firms such as BharatPe, Paytm and PhonePe.
Last month, Trump said he had ordered the Pentagon to begin planning for potential military action in Nigeria following the claims of Christian persecution. The State Department then announced in recent weeks that it would restrict visas for Nigerians and their family members involved in mass killings and violence against Christians in the West African country.
Gold prices surged past $4,500 an ounce, driven by expectations of looser US monetary policy and ongoing geopolitical tensions. This safe-haven asset has seen a significant annual rise, fueled by central bank buying, de-dollarization trends, and ETF inflows. Investors can access gold through spot markets, futures, exchange-traded products, or physical bars and coins.
India's 2025 IPO market saw a significant shift. Existing shareholders cashed out more than companies raised for growth. Mainboard IPOs saw 63.4% of proceeds go to sellers. SME listings, however, focused on fresh capital for business expansion. This trend highlights a maturing market and efficient exit routes for investors.
The Reserve Bank of India may inject an additional 1 lakh crore in February-March 2026 to maintain surplus liquidity in the banking system. This move aims to encourage banks to lower lending rates and stimulate credit demand, addressing the current liquidity deficit caused by forex interventions and tax outflows.
