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Indian fixed income saw modest gains. Low inflation and strong growth supported returns. Steady foreign investment and RBI policy provided a boost. Government bond yields experienced volatility. The RBI paused its repo rate at 5.50%, awaiting global trade clarity. This pause signals potential future easing. Foreign investors remained net buyers of Indian debt.

Notably, during this rally, nine stocks from the Nifty500 index recorded gains in each of the five sessions.

Federal Bank s net profit saw a year-on-year dip. However, the bank achieved its highest ever net interest income and fee income. Deposits and advances showed growth. Asset quality remained strong. The bank s capital adequacy and net worth also improved. This performance highlights the bank s operational strengths and financial stability.

Dhanteras 2025 arrives on October 18, presenting auspicious timings for gold purchases. Investors can choose from traditional jewelry to digital gold and ETFs. Gold prices have seen a significant rise and are projected to continue their upward trend. Analysts anticipate further growth, making this Dhanteras a key period for gold investment.

gold silver prices today October 18: Gold and silver prices in India experienced a modest decline on Dhanteras, providing relief to buyers. While 24-karat gold is priced at Rs 13,086 per gram, silver stands at Rs 172 per gram. Despite retail price drops, silver futures on MCX saw gains, with gold futures also closing higher.

Among these, 10 stocks have seen particularly sharp declines, plunging between 25% and 70%, signaling a significant loss of investor confidence.

As the financial world gears up for an eventful week, investors keep a keen eye on Tesla and Netflix s earnings reports. With inflation data hanging in the balance and the stock market displaying jitters despite its lofty positions, uncertainty abounds. Heightened trade tensions and banking credit issues are contributing to market fluctuations.

The U.S. ETF landscape is booming with an influx of innovative products, sparking concerns of a potential bubble. Investors and brokerage firms are becoming increasingly discerning about their choices, with analysts predicting that numerous newcomers may struggle to stand the test of time.

In a recent address, Japan s Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato has called for heightened awareness amid swirling global economic uncertainties stemming from trade spats and geopolitical strife. He pointed out that formidable long-term factors such as advancements in AI and the impacts of climate change are adding layers of complexity.