COMEX gold and silver rates dropped sharply on Friday, breaking key supports due to easing US-Iran tensions and a stronger US Dollar. MCX prices also saw significant declines from recent record highs.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says suing Fed nominee Kevin Warsh over rates is 'up to the president,' raising alarms about central bank independence amid DOJ probe into Chair Jerome Powell.
COMEX gold and silver rates tumbled sharply as easing US-Iran tensions fueled US Dollar strength, eroding safe-haven demand. Gold broke below $4,750 support, silver fell over 10%.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra will announce the monetary policy decision, including repo rate outlook and liquidity measures, on February 6, 2026, at 10 AM.
Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company expects its gold loan portfolio to exceed Rs 1,000 crore by March 2026. The NBFC has disbursed Rs 1,339 crore in gold loans since entering the segment in May last year.
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee concludes its last bi-monthly meeting for FY26. Governor Sanjay Malhotra will announce the repo rate decision at 10:00 AM today, with expectations of an unchanged rate at 5.25%.
Indian mutual funds are in early talks with exchanges to expand commodity ETFs beyond gold and silver, focusing on copper. However, regulatory limits, physical storage issues, and lack of standardization present significant feasibility challenges.
LIC plans to enhance yields on its Rs 45,000 crore real estate assets while shelving strategic investment in health insurance. The insurer reported a 17.2% rise in Q3 net profit.
Remittix Wallet experiences rapid early user adoption following the rollout of its incentive program, aimed at boosting digital payments and financial inclusion in India.
New York's city and state pension funds, holding $900M in Palantir stock, demand transparency on its contracts with ICE and DHS amid human rights concerns.
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee will announce its final policy decision for financial year 2026 on February 6. Expectations point to a stable repo rate at 5.25% with focus on liquidity management post-Budget.
Official data reveals Indian telecom operators collectively owe over Rs 1.77 lakh crore in adjusted gross revenue dues to the government, with Vodafone Idea carrying the largest burden at Rs 89,952 crore.
The cryptocurrency market continues its steep decline, erasing over $1 trillion in market cap since mid-January. Bitcoin falls below $70,000, with Ethereum also dropping significantly amid investor caution.
Alphabet shares tumbled 7% after announcing plans to double capital expenditures to $185 billion for AI infrastructure, despite strong revenue growth and exceeding quarterly sales estimates.
Life Insurance Corp. offsets ₹1,400 crore input tax credit loss from GST exemption on policies via margin-accretive products and cost rationalization. CEO Doraiswamy discusses expense management, commission structure, and government divestment plans.
SEBI has banned 15 individuals from securities markets for 3 years and imposed Rs 3.6 crore penalty for manipulating Unison Metals shares through misleading Telegram recommendations.
Gold prices fell 3% to Rs 1.6 lakh per 10 grams, while silver dropped 10% to Rs 2.68 lakh per kg in domestic markets, mirroring global declines. Analysts cite Fed caution and geopolitical easing as key factors.
North Central Railway finalizes 204 special train trips for Holi 2026 to manage festive rush. Ticket bookings to begin soon via IRCTC for routes connecting key destinations.
Ariane de Rothschild, head of Edmond de Rothschild bank, appears in DOJ Epstein files showing multiple meetings over five years. Bank maintains relationship was professional.
Gold and silver prices faced renewed selling pressure on Thursday, erasing recent gains. The decline was driven by a strong US dollar, easing geopolitical tensions, and a lack of fresh triggers. Comex silver crashed 13%, while MCX gold dropped ₹4,590 per
India's market regulator Sebi proposes allowing automatic SWP and STP facilities for mutual fund units held in demat form, simplifying investment management for investors.
Bitcoin slipped below $70,000 on Thursday, marking its first dip below this level since Donald Trump's November 2024 election victory. The cryptocurrency faces pressure from broader risk asset pullbacks and regulatory uncertainty.
Bharat Taxi, a government-backed ride-hailing platform, launches in India as an alternative to Ola and Uber, focusing on driver ownership, fair earnings, and women empowerment initiatives.
SEBI proposes relaxing risk-management regulations for commodity derivatives clearing corporations, including lowering Z-score thresholds and revising Settlement Guarantee Fund requirements to reduce capital costs.
Life Insurance Corporation of India reports strong Q3FY26 performance with 17% rise in net profit to Rs 12,930 crore. Net premium income grows 17% YoY, while solvency ratio improves to 2.19.
Bitcoin price dropped below $70,000 on February 5, hitting a 15-month low amid market volatility. The cryptocurrency has lost over 44% since its 2021 peak.
Bank of Baroda has released the official notification for Office Assistant (Peon) recruitment 2025-26. Preliminary exam scheduled for February 22-23, 2026 with details on pattern, marking scheme and PET for reserved categories.
Life Insurance Corporation of India reported a 17% rise in Q3 net profit to ₹12,958 crore, driven by higher premium collections after tax cuts boosted retail demand for insurance products.
A network connectivity failure at NSDL has disrupted T+1 settlements for two consecutive days, causing mismatches in broker pay-ins and delaying payouts of securities and cash to investors.
Fractal Analytics IPO opens February 9 with ₹857-900 price band. Company targets ₹14,450 crore valuation despite reduced offer size. Grey market premium signals strong investor interest.