12December
Closing Bell: Sensex Jumps 449 Points, Nifty Crosses 26,000 as Metals and Realty Stocks Shine
Indian equity markets ended the week on a strong note, with benchmark indices closing firmly in the green on Friday, December 12, 2025. The BSE Sensex surged 449 points to settle at 85,267.66, while the NSE Nifty50 climbed 148 points to finish at 26,046.95, marking a decisive close above the psychological 26,000 level. Market Drivers The rally was led by metal and realty stocks, which outperformed broader indices. Tata Steel gained nearly 3%, supported by
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Equity mutual funds recorded a strong rebound in November, with inflows rising 21 percent month‑on‑month to Rs 29,911 crore, according to the latest data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). This marks a significant improvement in investor sentiment after a period of cautious participation in the equity markets. The sharp rise from October’s Rs 24,690 crore highlights renewed confidence among retail investors, supported by resilient market performance and sustained interest in diversified
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11December
Fed Cuts Rates to 3.50%–3.75%: Powell Signals Cautious Path Ahead as Inflation Stays Elevated
In a widely anticipated move, the Jerome Powell–led Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announced a 25‑basis‑point cut in the benchmark federal funds rate, bringing it down to the range of 3.50 percent to 3.75 percent. The decision, taken after the two‑day policy meeting on 10 December 2025, marks the third consecutive rate cut by the US central bank since September 2025. The rate reduction comes at a time when the US economy is grappling with
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India’s largest airline, IndiGo, may soon face an antitrust investigation as the Competition Commission of India (CCI) examines whether the carrier has misused its dominant position in the domestic aviation market. The probe, if initiated, could mark a significant regulatory intervention in the aviation sector, which has seen rapid consolidation and rising concerns over pricing practices. Market Context IndiGo currently commands more than 60 percent market share in India’s domestic aviation industry, making it the
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Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp downturn on December 10, 2025, as capital market-related stocks including BSE, MCX, Angel One, and CDSL fell up to 5 percent. The Nifty Capital Markets index extended its losing streak for the third consecutive session, closing at 4,482.10, while the benchmark Nifty 50 slipped below 25,800, signaling heightened caution among investors. Market Overview The sell-off was broad-based, with capital market stocks leading the decline. BSE shares dropped over 5
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