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Stock Market Highlights: Indian benchmark indices ended in the red on Monday, with Nifty snapping a three-day winning streak, as declines in heavyweights Reliance Industries and IndusInd Bank weighed on the benchmarks and as uncertainty surrounding U.S. tariffs continued to dampen sentiment.

Aletheia Capital’s Chief Economist, Jim Walker, predicts a 10% decline in the US dollar, a painful but manageable economic slowdown, a long-term bullish trend in copper, and strong growth for Indian equities. He urges investors to double down on India, citing stable policies and economic expansion.

European shares were flat on Monday as investors took a breather after a week of high volatility due to uncertainties around U.S. tariffs.

China and Hong Kong stocks declined on Monday as mounting deflationary pressures heightened concerns over the country s economic recovery amid escalating global trade tensions.

Fund manager Samir Arora argues that the current market downturn is a valuation reset, unlike the financial crises of 2000 and 2008. Heavy FII selling, global slowdown fears, and high valuations continue to pressure equities. Despite a recent market recovery, analysts warn of further corrections, especially in small and mid-cap stocks.

Markets regulator Sebi has notified a stricter regulatory framework for small and medium enterprise (SME) IPOs by introducing a profitability requirement and capping a 20 per cent limit on offer-for-sale (OFS).

The shareholders of Zomato have approved a special resolution to rename the firm Eternal , the company informed in a stock exchange filing. The brand name of the company s food delivery business Zomato will remain the same, along with the app.

Stock market income taxation depends on whether one is an investor or trader. Traders income is taxed at slab rates as business income, while investors face capital gains tax—12.5% LTCG and 20% STCG. The new tax regime for FY 2025-26 introduces seven slabs, with no tax up to Rs 4 lakh. Tax planning is essential for optimal savings.

PDP Shipping & Projects SME IPO was subscribed to 9% on the first day, aiming to raise Rs 13 crore at Rs 135 per share. The IPO has no grey market premium. The company provides multimodal logistics solutions and reported Rs 13.77 crore revenue with Rs 1.57 crore profit till November 2024.