National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange s unlisted shares are experiencing a significant surge. This increase follows Securities and Exchange Board of India s approval for equity products. Investments from prominent figures like Radhakishan Damani and Groww are fueling the rally. NCDEX plans to launch equity and equity derivatives products. Experts predict further price increases after the launch.

Euro Pratik Sales IPO: The grey market premium on Euro Pratik Sales IPO has fallen further, easing to 0.4% above the ₹247 issue price, down from 2.5% on Day 2.

Ashi Anand highlights that market growth hinges on private sector capex as government spending plateaus. He also discusses Yes Bank s strategic shift towards retail lending after its crisis, noting the transition is ongoing and its success remains uncertain. Investors are cautiously watching these developments for future market impact.

The Fed cut rates by 0.25%, its first in nine months, citing inflation and weak jobs. The move impacts mortgages, savings, credit cards, and loans, with gradual consumer relief expected.

Railway stocks have seen gains recently. Some experts believe it s a short-term bounce due to previous underperformance. Others point to order wins as a positive sign. Concerns remain about execution delays and high valuations. Government spending direction is also a factor. Railtel, RVNL and Jupiter Wagons recently received orders. Investors should approach the sector with caution.

Market expert Vinay Jaising highlights NBFCs and capex-driven infrastructure stocks as key investment opportunities, advising selective exposure to metals and caution on private banks. He emphasises sectors poised to benefit from government spending, festive season demand, and structural growth in lending and capital markets.

Bitcoin rallied nearly 1% to $117,484 as the crypto market digested the US Fed’s 25-basis-point rate cut. Ethereum and XRP also gained, while BTC tested resistance at $117,800, signaling potential upside toward $120,000 amid cautious trading and sector-specific optimism.

India s data center capacity is projected to quintuple by 2030, driven by surging internet traffic, AI adoption, and data localization. This expansion requires substantial investment, potentially reaching $30 billion in facility capex. While investor enthusiasm is high, challenges like power supply, rising tariffs, and execution risks need careful consideration for long-term success.

Platinum is emerging as a top performer in 2025, with prices soaring nearly 57% year-to-date. A significant market deficit, driven by declining mine output in South Africa and robust demand from the automotive and jewelry sectors, fuels this rally. Chinese and Indian buyers are increasingly favoring platinum over gold, further boosting demand.

China’s central bank has decided to keep its key interest rate unchanged, even after the U.S. Federal Reserve cut rates.