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India’s New Closing Auction: ETF Gains, Arbitrage Fund Woes

India’s new Closing Auction Session benefits ETFs by reducing tracking error but challenges arbitrage funds with wider cash-futures price divergence.

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US Oil Output Hits Record High Amid Rig Count Drop

Despite a 40% drop in active rigs, US crude oil production nears a record 14 million barrels per day, driven by efficiency and tech advancements.

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RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady at 5.25%, Bolstering Real Estate Certainty

RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25%: Real Estate Stability Ensured

India’s Reserve Bank maintains repo rate at 5.25%, offering crucial cost certainty and stability for the real estate sector, benefiting homebuyers and developers.

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Retire Rich: Streamline 30+ Mutual Funds for 60-Year-Olds

Expert Hrishikesh Palve guides a 60-year-old on restructuring 30+ mutual funds into three baskets for retirement liquidity, growth, and long-term wealth.

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Earn Up To 5.00% on Your Money Market Account Today, August 6, 2026

5.00% Money Market Account Rates: Beat the Average

Earn a competitive 5.00% on your money market account today, far exceeding the national average of 0.47%. Discover high-yield banking options.

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Domestic Indices Hold Green Amid Fund Buying, RBI Optimism

Indian Stocks Rise: Fund Buying & RBI Optimism Boost Indices

Indian equity markets, including Sensex and Nifty 50, extend gains driven by robust fund buying and positive economic outlook from RBI Governor.

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India's Chemicals & Petrochemicals Sector Doubles FDI Inflows

India’s Chemical Sector Sees FDI Double: A Growth Story

India’s Chemicals & Petrochemicals sector witnessed a remarkable surge, with FDI inflows more than doubling between 2014-2026 compared to the previous decade, signaling strong investor confidence.

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Sensex Weekly Expiry Tests New Closing Auction System

Sensex Weekly Expiry: New Closing Auction System Introduced

India’s Sensex weekly expiry debuts under the new Closing Auction Session (CAS) system (Aug 3, 2026), introducing a 20-min auction window and market caution.

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Kotak MF Projects India's BoP Surplus for FY27 Amid FDI Surge

India’s BoP Surplus by FY27: Kotak MF Projects FDI Surge

Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund forecasts a BoP surplus for India by FY27, driven by a significant surge in FDI inflows and an upgraded GDP growth projection.

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Gold Prices Rise on US-Iran Peace Hopes; Silver Dips

Gold prices edged up on August 6, 2026, fueled by US-Iran peace deal optimism. Silver prices declined in major Indian cities. Crude oil markets showed mixed movements.

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Kotak Forecasts India's FY27 BoP Surplus Amidst Rate Hike Expectation

Kotak Predicts India’s FY27 BoP Surplus Amid Rate Hike

Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund forecasts a BoP surplus for India in FY27, driven by strong FDI inflows despite an anticipated 50 bps rate hike.

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India's Economy to See H2FY27 Slowdown, FY28 Rebound: ICICI Bank

India’s Economy: H2FY27 Slowdown, FY28 Rebound Forecast

ICICI Bank forecasts India’s economy to slow in H2FY27 due to a high base effect, but rebound to 7.2% growth in FY28. Repo rate held at 5.25%.

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Govt Employees: No Double HRA in Official Housing

Married Central Government employees in official housing cannot both claim House Rent Allowance (HRA). Parliament confirms existing policy, clarifying eligibility for government accommodation.

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A hand reaches for a yellow Castrol India lubricant container with a visible price tag of Rs. 4500.00 in an Indian store.

Castrol India Eyes Price Hike Amid Q3 FY27 Volatility

Castrol India braces for Q3 FY27 market volatility, considering price hikes to offset rising costs while closely monitoring demand trends and maintaining strong performance.

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Mumbai Coastal Road Extension: December 2028 Deadline Set

Union Minister Piyush Goyal announces a December 2028 deadline for the northern extension of Mumbai’s Coastal Road, aiming to improve connectivity in western suburbs.

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India’s Economic Outlook: Bank of India MF CIO Alok Singh

Alok Singh, CIO of Bank of India Mutual Fund, shares insights on India’s stable inflation, resilient markets, and strategic sectoral allocations for growth.

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Private Banks Face Sharper Funding Squeeze as Deposit Costs Outpace PSBs

Private Banks Squeezed by Rising Deposit Costs vs. PSBs

Private banks face funding pressure as deposit costs rise faster than PSBs, compressing lending spreads and impacting profitability. Explore the diverging trends.

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A young Indian adult in a white sweater looks at a tablet displaying a digital gold investment app, with a jewelry box in the background.

India’s ₹315 Lakh Crore Gold: Gen Z Drives Digital Shift

India’s ₹315 lakh crore gold reserves are set for a digital transformation as Gen Z redefines investment, favoring digital gold over traditional jewelry.

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FIRE in India: Realistic Retirement Corpus (₹3-70 Cr)

Is your FIRE goal realistic in India? The 25x rule is outdated. Discover the new retirement corpus range from ₹3 crore to ₹70 crore.

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A very large crude carrier (VLCC) oil tanker sails through calm waters with a rugged, arid coastline in the distance under clear skies.

Brent Crude Dips Below $79 on Iran-Oman Shipping Deal

Brent crude falls near $79, WTI at $75, marking an 11% weekly drop. An Iran-Oman shipping route agreement through the Strait of Hormuz is a key factor.

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Bezos Sells $350M Amazon Stock: Divestment Strategy Explained

Jeff Bezos offloads nearly $350 million in Amazon shares as part of a larger $4 billion divestment plan. Details on his strategy and Amazon’s market performance.

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RBI: Rural Economy & Agriculture Show Stronger Resilience

The Reserve Bank of India highlights the significant strengthening and enhanced resilience of India’s rural economy and agriculture sector over the past 15 years.

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UPI MDR Return Looms, Arjav Capital Launches Rs 2,500 Cr Fund

UPI MDR Return & Arjav Capital’s Rs 2,500 Cr Fund Launch

India’s UPI may see MDR return, shifting focus to high-value payments. Arjav Capital launches a Rs 2,500 Cr fund for industrial tech.

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Income Tax Dept Cracks Down on Bogus Deduction Claims

India’s Income Tax Department uses advanced data analytics to detect and stop fraudulent tax deduction claims, leading to increased tax recovery.

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Trump Admin Hits Polysilicon Derivatives with 15% Tariff

The Trump administration is imposing a 15% tariff on polysilicon derivatives and setting minimum import prices for solar components to bolster U.S. manufacturing against China.

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A financial professional intently monitors multiple screens displaying stock market data and charts showing a downturn trend.

Jamie Dimon Warns: High Market Leverage Risks Financial Disruption

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns of ‘pretty high’ market leverage across prime brokerage, hedge funds, ETFs, and Treasury markets, increasing disruption risks.

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Asian Markets Dip on US-Iran Talks; India Eyes Earnings

Asian markets, including Japan’s Nikkei, fell Thursday amid US-Iran talks. India gears up for Q1 FY27 earnings and active IPOs.

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Oil Tanker Explosions Reported in Strait of Hormuz

Oil tanker hit by two explosions in Strait of Hormuz. UKMTO confirms incident; crew and vessel safe, no environmental damage. Geopolitical tensions rise.

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RBI Holds Repo Rate: FDs vs. Small Savings for Conservative Savers

RBI Repo Rate Steady: FDs vs. Small Savings for Savers

RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%. Compare Fixed Deposits (FDs) and Small Savings Schemes for conservative investors seeking secure, predictable returns.

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Indian Bank Secures $400M Overseas Loan Syndication

Indian Bank is syndicating a $400 million, four-year overseas loan, underwritten by CTBC and Commerzbank, priced over SOFR. Learn more about this significant financial move.

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