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DXY holds steady around 101 mark; investors brace for US jobs report
The dollar index is holding steady on Thursday with all focus on June jobs report for fresh insights into labor market conditions and greater clarity on the Federal Reserves policy outlook. Data released on Wednesday showed private-sector hiring in the US slowed more than expected last month. The dollar index that measures the greenback against a basket of currencies is quoting at 101.08, down marginally on the day. Meanwhile, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh firmly reiterated the central bank's absolute commitment to its 2% inflation target and maintained strict political independence during his speech at the European Central Bank (ECB) Forum although he declined to give any signal as to what the central bank may do at its meeting later this month.
HDFC Bank shares down 20% in 2026 so far. Time to buy as the governance cloud clears up?
HDFC Bank shares have plunged 20% this year amid governance concerns, sparked by a former chairman's resignation. The bank has since appointed a new part-time chairman and key financial officers. While leadership is strengthening and operations are improving, analysts advise caution against trying to time the bottom, suggesting other banks might offer better immediate value. The stock's future hinges on the CEO's reappointment and regulatory outcomes.
Dividend Alert! Last day to buy M&M, Swaraj Engines, 31 other stocks to earn payouts up to Rs 110
Investors have a final chance today to buy shares in 33 companies, including Mahindra & Mahindra, Tech Mahindra, and Union Bank, to qualify for upcoming dividend payouts. With July 3rd set as the record date, today is the last opportunity to secure these dividends. Notable payouts include Mahindra & Mahindra's Rs 33 per share and Swaraj Engines' Rs 110 per share, among many others.
RBI closes the window on Tata Sons to avoid a potential listing
A potential Tata Sons listing now depends on the Reserve Bank of India's decision on its application to surrender its core investment company licence.
Higher performance guarantees from lower bids in highway projects: Road transport ministry
The government is tightening rules for highway project bids, demanding higher performance guarantees for offers exceeding 30% below original estimates. This move aims to prevent excessively low bids and protect the quality of national infrastructure. New guidelines, effective immediately, mandate E-Bank Guarantees for this additional security, explicitly rejecting surety bonds. This addresses a persistent trend of unusually low quoting in highway tenders.
SBI boosts AI-powered banking with new digital journeys for retail, corporate customers
The announcements span SBI's YONO platform, introducing new customer journeys, AI-driven capabilities and industry-first features that simplify banking, empower businesses and promote financial and sustainability wellness, the bank said in a statement.
Nifty July futures trade at premium
Infosys, HDFC Bank (India) and Maruti Suzuki India were top traded contracts.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Live Updates: KPIT Tech extends losses to 15%; Nifty above 23,950
Sensex Today | Stock Market Live Updates: The markets are moving with some level of caution and a positive bias. The Nifty is moving with an uptick of over 50 points, rising towards the 24,000 mark. The Nifty Bank index is largely flat, trading around the 57,500 mark. M&M, Eternal and Nestle India are thetop gainers.
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Stocks to watch, July 1: RIL, Nestle India, Paras Defence, KPIT Tech, HUL, Kotak Bank, Unimech Aerospace - Upstox
Stocks to watch, July 1: RIL, Nestle India, Paras Defence, KPIT Tech, HUL, Kotak Bank, Unimech AerospaceUpstox
Stocks to Watch for July 1: Auto stocks, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Prestige Estates, KPIT Tech and more
From KPIT Tech expecting its financial performance for the June quarter (Q1FY27) to fall short of earlier expectations to Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd signing a business transfer agreement worth about ₹281.7 crore in cash to acquire Deutsche Bank AG’s retail banking, here are stocks to track ahead of Wednesday trading session.
India's sound macroeconomic fundamentals provide greater resilience to external shocks, says RBI
Reserve Bank released the June 2026 edition of the Financial Stability Report (FSR) today. It noted that despite repeated shocks, the global financial system has thus far demonstrated notable resilience, with markets remaining orderly after an initial bout of volatility following the outbreak of the West Asia conflict. Nevertheless, global financial stability risks remain elevated. Persistent supply chain uncertainties could tighten financial conditions and revive inflationary pressures. Meanwhile, elevated public debt, bond market fragilities, stretched asset valuations, and leveraged NBFIs remain key vulnerabilities that could amplify future shocks.