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Global equity markets surged to record highs, fueled by optimism on Wall Street and anticipation of a U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Favorable U.S. inflation data and Trump s delay of Chinese import levies further boosted market sentiment. U.S.

Asian stock markets showed mixed trends after previous gains. Investors are anticipating a possible rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Japanese indexes declined, while South Korean markets saw growth. Attention is on Chinese equities after positive performance of US-listed Chinese shares. The US stock market reached a record high. Bitcoin also hit an all-time high.

Markets saw a slight increase, continuing their consolidation. Several companies are in focus due to recent news, including Vodafone Idea, Patanjali, IOCL, and Inox Wind, as they release their first-quarter results. ICICI Bank adjusted its minimum balance requirement, while companies like United Spirits, Deepak Nitrite, IRCTC, Pfizer, Vishal Mega Mart, and BPCL reported their quarterly financial performance.

Shivalik Small Finance Bank secures investment from SMBC Asia Rising Fund. The fund acquires a 4.99% stake for $7 million. Existing investors also participate in this round. The bank will use the funds for growth and technology enhancement. Shivalik is open to acquisitions for faster expansion. The bank aims for significant business growth this fiscal year.

Senco Gold’s Q1 FY26 PAT doubled to Rs 104.6 crore, with revenue up 30% YoY to Rs 1,826.2 crore, driven by strong retail expansion, festive demand, and improved margins.

Sebi has allowed investment advisers and research analysts to use liquid mutual funds and overnight mutual funds for meeting their mandatory deposit requirements, providing an alternative to scheduled bank deposits.

Wall Street surged on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching unprecedented highs. Optimism is growing that the Federal Reserve might initiate monetary policy easing as early as next month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also saw gains, reflecting a broad market upswing fueled by anticipation of a more accommodative monetary policy.

IRCTC posted an 8% YoY rise in Q1 FY26 net profit to Rs 331 crore, driven by internet ticketing and tourism growth, despite sequential declines and mixed segment performance.