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Tata Motors shares saw a rise as the company demerged its passenger and commercial vehicle businesses. Shareholders will receive new shares in the commercial vehicle entity soon. Brokerages anticipate value creation from this separation. The commercial vehicle arm is seen as a strong performer, while the passenger vehicle segment s outlook depends on Jaguar Land Rover s recovery.

Today, European stocks experienced a modest uptick as investors sift through a mixed bag of corporate earnings. This rebound follows recent anxieties over trade tariffs. The earnings season has opened on a positive note, with Nestle showing remarkable sales growth. In contrast, Pernod Ricard and Whitbread have faced declines in their sales figures.

Markets traded optimistically on BSE expiry day, buoyed by strong quarterly results and key stock performances. Nifty found support, with analysts suggesting a buy on dips strategy targeting 25,800. Banking stocks, particularly PSU banks like SBI, are expected to lead the rally, with Shriram Finance also highlighted for potential gains.

MCX shares hit a record Rs 9,617 on Wednesday, driven by surging gold and silver prices and record derivative trading. Technical indicators and strong volumes signal continued bullish momentum, with analysts advising ‘buy on dips.’ Options growth and regulatory tailwinds support long-term revenue and profit expansion.

Oil markets showed little reaction to Donald Trump s claim that India would cease buying Russian oil. Experts cite skepticism due to a lack of official comment from India and ongoing trade talks. Market focus remains on economic factors and expectations of a crude oil glut.

India’s residential real estate market saw home sales value rise 14% in Q3 2025 despite flat volumes, driven by premium and luxury segments. Southern and eastern markets led growth, while developers increasingly focus on high-value projects, signalling a shift toward value-driven residential demand.

Goldman Sachs is bullish on Indian bank stocks, citing easing financial conditions, low earnings expectations, improving profitability, and attractive valuations. The brokerage expects Nifty Bank to outperform the broader market, with banks and NBFCs offering up to 30% upside.

Shares of Nestlé India surged 5% to Rs 1,281 on the NSE on October 16 after the company reported its Q2 FY26 results. Standalone profit after tax (PAT) fell 23.6% YoY to Rs 753.2 crore, while revenue rose 10.6% to Rs 5,643.61 crore. On a consolidated basis, PAT declined 17.4% to Rs 743.17 crore.

In 2025, AAA and blue-chip corporate bonds are gaining popularity as investors seek stable, predictable returns that outperform fixed deposits. High credit quality, attractive yields, low volatility, and improved liquidity make them a preferred choice for portfolio diversification and capital preservation amid moderating interest rates.

Japan s Nikkei index surged more than 1 percent on Thursday, driven by increasing optimism toward Liberal Democratic Party leader Sanae Takaichi stepping into the role of prime minister. This upbeat sentiment surrounding possible government spending initiatives had investors rallying, particularly within the technology and property markets.