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The RBI after its Monetary Policy Committee meeting said on Friday that the central bank would include forward contracts in government securities so that long-term investors such as insurance funds can manage their interest rate risk. The RBI had released draft rules for bond forwards for the first time in December 2023.

Bajaj Auto is gearing up to enter the domestic e-rickshaw segment by the end of this fiscal to tap a sizable opportunity in a fast-growing but highly unorganised market.

Speaking to reporters on Air Force One, Trump said he would announce on Monday 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports into the U.S., and reveal other reciprocal tariffs on Tuesday or Wednesday.

FAANG: In 2024, FAANG stocks (Meta, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Alphabet) saw strong growth, driven by innovation in AI, cloud, and emerging tech sectors. Indian investors can gain exposure through direct investments, ETFs, and leveraged products like the Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF. Despite risks, FAANG stocks remain attractive for 2025, with diversification key for a balanced portfolio.

Gold hit record highs in both domestic and overseas markets, driven by US trade tariff uncertainties, a weak rupee, and strong demand. Overseas prices surged 9% this year, while domestic prices gained 10%. Investment demand, particularly in gold ETFs and coins, surged by 29%. While the short-term outlook remains positive, intermittent corrections could occur due to volatility.

Ola Electric Mobility reported that its consolidated loss for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, widened to Rs 564 crore, compared to Rs 376 crore posted in the year-ago period.

The exodus of FPIs from the Indian equity markets continued unabated, as they withdrew over Rs 7,300 crore (about 840 million) in the first week of this month due to global trade tensions, with the US imposing tariffs on countries such as Canada, Mexico, and China.

For the week ending February 7, the benchmark Sensex increased by 0.46%.

Joseph Thomas of Emkay Wealth Management recommends initiating fresh investments with a medium-to-long-term perspective, highlighting that valuations are neither cheap nor expensive. He emphasizes the positive impact of Rs 1 lakh crore in income tax relief on consumption, discusses sector growth prospects, and suggests selective investments in midcap and smallcap stocks.

Nykaa Q3 Results Preview: Nykaa s Q3FY25 update forecasts 27% YoY revenue growth, driven by a strong performance in the BPC segment, with eB2B contributing 8% of BPC GMV. Fashion segment faces muted demand, but market share gains persist. Despite some margin pressure, overall growth remains positive, with expected EBITDA margin expansion due to reduced losses in fashion and other segments.