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Does the market rally signal premature optimism?

BUSINESS

Does the market rally signal premature optimism?

Indian markets surged 2.55% on trade deal hopes, but intraday volatility and bearish options positioning reveal investor caution beneath the surface optimism.

Short squeeze set to fire up Indian markets after US deal

BUSINESS

Short squeeze set to fire up Indian markets after US deal

The India-US trade deal has ignited a 2.87% jump in Gift Nifty, setting the stage for a potential short squeeze as foreign investors scramble to cover near-record short positions amid renewed market optimism

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Silver Crash: Leverage fallout

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Silver Crash: Leverage fallout

For this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Budget blends fiscal restraint with continued focus on economic expansion, rising transaction costs risk dampening trade and foreign investment flows, India balances fiscal discipline with a long-term growth agenda, and more

Derivatives market faces uncertain future after Union Budget 2026 delivers tax shock

BUSINESS

Derivatives market faces uncertain future after Union Budget 2026 delivers tax shock

The stock market selloff post-Budget is understandable as the sharp hike in STT has queered the pitch for traders

Is silver's record rally running out of steam?

BUSINESS

Is silver's record rally running out of steam?

Silver's explosive 250% rally has pushed it to record highs, but signs of demand destruction and institutional profit-taking suggest the historic surge may be losing momentum.

Why Japan’s yen intervention could rattle global markets

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Why Japan’s yen intervention could rattle global markets

Japan's yen has pulled back from critical levels after intervention warnings, but analysts warn the relief may be temporary as underlying pressures persist.

Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | All eyes on Union Budget and Fed as markets brace for volatility

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Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | All eyes on Union Budget and Fed as markets brace for volatility

Indian equities plunged as Nifty50 fell 2.5% and 4% in January, while mid- and small-caps sank amid FII selling, weak earnings, rupee fall, risks persist

‘Sell America’ is back in the market: Global confidence in US wavers

BUSINESS

‘Sell America’ is back in the market: Global confidence in US wavers

From Greenland to the Fed, Trump's actions trigger a global "Sell America" panic, forcing Wall Street to confront the cost of political instability.

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Beyond defence spending

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Beyond defence spending

In this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: Defence spending shows delivery discipline, negotiations with EU near closure amid strategic urgency, large-cap results set near-term market trend, leadership role reshapes geopolitical balance, and more

Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | Heavyweight earnings to guide market direction

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | Heavyweight earnings to guide market direction

Smallcaps, midcaps, IPOs stumbled in 2025, yet retail investors keep the faith

BUSINESS

Smallcaps, midcaps, IPOs stumbled in 2025, yet retail investors keep the faith

Even as midcaps, smallcaps, and IPOs lost their way through 2025, Indian retail investors poured record amounts into these segments—a paradox revealing extraordinary conviction amid widespread losses

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Trading drought

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Trading drought

For this Moneycontrol Pro Panorama edition: US explores post-Khamenei leadership scenarios, planning finances amid uncertain economic outlook, banks seek reforms not excessive intervention, and more

Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | FIIs turn most bearish ever: Is a market bottom near?

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | FIIs turn most bearish ever: Is a market bottom near?

Indian markets may stay pressured amid tariff uncertainty, while the ongoing corporate earnings season will be key in shaping investor sentiment and market direction ahead

Is copper the new gold?

BUSINESS

Is copper the new gold?

Copper's record-breaking price surge, driven by severe supply constraints, tariff-induced hoarding, and structural demand from electrification and AI, is fundamentally challenging its traditional role and valuation in global markets

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Tech tensions

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Tech tensions

For January 5 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: S Jaishankar’s diplomacy strengthens India-Bangladesh relations, India faces fiscal challenges while managing growth, high small savings rates hinder bank deposit growth, and more

The Venezuela Strike: Stable oil supply, but heightened global uncertainty

BUSINESS

The Venezuela Strike: Stable oil supply, but heightened global uncertainty

Despite the dramatic U.S. military capture of Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's marginal oil production—under 1% of global supply—ensures stable near-term flows, yet escalating geopolitical risks could inject lasting uncertainty into energy and financial markets.

Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | Record highs amid rising geopolitical tensions

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Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | Record highs amid rising geopolitical tensions

Indian equities began 2026 strongly as Nifty50 hit a record, extending weekly gains, led by autos and earnings optimism, with midcaps outperforming despite FII selling

After historic 2025 gains, which precious metals still have room to run?

BUSINESS

After historic 2025 gains, which precious metals still have room to run?

The precious metals rally of 2025 demonstrates that despite being grouped together, each metal follows its own narrative

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Realty slumps even as luxury housing booms

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Realty slumps even as luxury housing booms

In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Why Trump trade policy didn’t work, cautious start for markets amid global cues, five critical rules for patient investing, Fixed Income strategy after India’s rate cuts, and more

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | SEBI gets sharper teeth

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | SEBI gets sharper teeth

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama December 22 edition: Indian markets likely to witness a year-end rally ahead, India's trade deal boosts gulf stakes, Pakistan under pressure in Gaza plan, China enters Fire Horse year with confidence, and more

Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | Can Indian markets stage a year-end rally?

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Moneycontrol Pro Market Outlook | Can Indian markets stage a year-end rally?

The Nifty index showed losses for the third week, but momentum remains positive. Midcap and smallcap indices closed higher, signaling potential market recovery

From floor trading to algorithms: India’s stockbroker rules get a 21st-century makeover

BUSINESS

From floor trading to algorithms: India’s stockbroker rules get a 21st-century makeover

The comprehensive overhaul represents SEBI's commitment to maintaining a regulatory framework that evolves with market realities

A case for restoring derivatives trading in Indian agricultural commodities

BUSINESS

A case for restoring derivatives trading in Indian agricultural commodities

The practice of banning commodities trading damages more than just immediate stakeholders—it undermines the credibility and trustworthiness of Indian exchanges and markets

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | FPI Exodus: The 2025 horror show

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | FPI Exodus: The 2025 horror show

In Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama December 15 edition: RBI's decision to block stablecoins seems justified, Rupee weakness weighs on market sentiment, Mexico's tariff shift a wake-up call for India, a closer look at Big Tech Investments in India, and more

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