Nomura and Nuvama reiterated Buy ratings on Mahindra & Mahindra after strong Q2 results, projecting up to 22% upside on robust SUV demand, farm segment growth, and rising margins driven by new launches and PLI benefits.
European shares dipped to a two-week low on Wednesday, mirroring global investor nervousness over elevated equity valuations. Technology stocks led the decline, while Novo Nordisk slipped after issuing a cautious profit forecast. However, Vestas shares surged on better-than-expected earnings.
Japan's Nikkei share average fell 2.5% on Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street's overnight declines, with technology stocks leading the losses. The index dropped as much as 4.65% before recovering slightly, as investors eyed potential buying opportunities below the 50,000 mark. Despite the dip, analysts anticipate a slow but steady rise for the Nikkei in the future.
Indian bond traders have urged the Reserve Bank of India to intervene by purchasing government debt and adjusting auction rules to alleviate market pressure. They specifically requested open market operations and a shift to uniform pricing at auctions to lower borrowing costs and boost investor confidence amid elevated yields and tight liquidity.
India's top 8 housing markets experienced a 7-19% price increase in the July-September quarter, driven by robust demand. Delhi-NCR led with a 19% surge, fueled by luxury property demand and infrastructure upgrades. Bengaluru and Hyderabad also saw significant double-digit growth, reflecting strong market fundamentals and buyer confidence across major Indian cities.
