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European shares tumbled on Friday, on course for their biggest drop in six weeks, as renewed concerns about the health of U.S. regional banks hurt lenders globally.

Gold has surged 63% between Dhanteras 2024 and 2025, hitting record highs globally and in India. Analysts cite festive demand, central bank buying, and macroeconomic uncertainty as key drivers, with prices potentially reaching $4,500/ Rs 1,35,000 in the coming months.

PVR Inox has turned profitable in the second quarter of FY26, reporting a net profit of Rs 10.55 crore. Revenue from operations saw a significant jump of 12.3%. The company s EBITDA also rose substantially, indicating improved operational efficiency. This positive performance marks a strong turnaround for the film exhibition giant.

Ace investor Vijay Kedia reshuffled his Rs 1,292.5 crore portfolio in Q2 FY26, adding Yatharth Hospital, increasing his stake in Global Vectra, and trimming Affordable Robotic & Automation. Yatharth shows strong technicals and robust Q2 growth, Global Vectra faces a downtrend but long-term returns remain solid, while Affordable Robotic rebounds post-Q2 results despite lingering technical weakness.

JSW Steel Q2 Results: JSW Steel on Friday reported its results for the second quarter ended September 2025, posting an impressive 307% YoY surge in its consolidated profit after tax (PAT) at Rs 1,646 crore, while its revenue from operations recorded a 12% YoY growth.

Market strategist Cameron Brandt notes global markets are resilient despite geopolitical concerns, with investor behavior driven by fear of missing out rather than macro risks. While US bond yields are pulling back, Brandt doesn t foresee a recession, and India s investment outlook remains positive despite a temporary pause in flows.

Elara Capital sees a potential FII turnaround in Indian equities, driven by under-ownership, narrowing valuation premiums, mid-cap resilience, GST cuts, and strong macro conditions, supporting gradual reallocation and domestic leadership.

Coca-Cola is reportedly exploring a blockbuster $1 billion IPO for its Indian bottling arm, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages. This move could value the unit at $10 billion, potentially listing next year. The deal signifies a growing trend of global firms listing Indian operations amidst a booming IPO market, despite intensifying local competition.

Japanese stocks experienced a downturn on Friday. Bank shares declined amid concerns over credit issues at American regional banks. A strengthening yen also impacted market sentiment. The Nikkei index saw a notable drop, reflecting investor anxiety. This market movement follows a week of volatility influenced by political developments and fears of an overheated market.