Sebi plans pre-IPO trading platform; mulls longer tenure for equity derivatives, aims to curb grey market risks

[ad_1] Markets regulator Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Thursday said the watchdog is exploring a regulated platform for pre-IPO (initial public offering) trading, which could eventually replace unregulated grey market deals. The move, if implemented, may allow investors to trade shares in a transparent environment during the three-day gap between allotment and listing.Speaking at…

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China stablecoin shift: Beijing mulls yuan-backed tokens to push global adoption; plans major policy reversal

[ad_1] China is considering allowing the usage of yuan-backed stablecoins for the first time in a move aimed at boosting the global adoption of its currency, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. If approved, the plan would mark a significant reversal of China’s earlier hardline stance against digital assets.According to the sources, the State…

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Donald Trump’s investments: Where is the US President putting over $100 million? Family not ‘directly involved’

[ad_1] Since returning to the White House in January 2025, US President Donald Trump’s financial choices have drawn attention, with many questioning how he is investing his money. New disclosures released by the US Office of Government Ethics on Wednesday (local time) reveal that Trump has put more than $100 million into bonds.The filings, reported…

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‘Looking for a fresh pair of eyes’: Target CEO Brian Cornell to step down; COO Michael Fiddelke named successor

[ad_1] US retail giant Target said on Wednesday that chief executive officer Brian Cornell will step down on February 1, ending his nearly decade-long tenure at the retailer. The board has named chief operating officer Michael Fiddelke, who has spent 20 years with the company, as his successor. The leadership change comes as the Minneapolis-based…

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India’s shifting oil map: How did Russia change the trade game? Middle East holds steady; smaller suppliers lose ground

[ad_1] India’s oil import map has changed with Russia gaining significant ground (AI image) Russia’s increasing dominance in India’s oil imports has altered trading dynamics but the position of major suppliers from the Middle East has been mostly maintained.Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the UAE remain primary suppliers, while smaller exporters have seen their market presence…

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Gold prices to touch record $3,600 in global markets; economic headwinds, strong investment demand to fuel surge: Report

[ad_1] Gold prices expected to rise (AI-image) Gold prices may scale another record by the end of this year, with Comex futures projected to hit $3,600 per ounce, according to Ventura Securities. The brokerage attributed the rally to global economic headwinds, geopolitical risks and robust investment demand, as reported by PTI.“With inflationary pressures, a softening…

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Gold & silver price prediction today: Why are gold prices dipping – what’s the outlook and should you buy or sell?

[ad_1] Gold price prediction: MCX Gold has declined by 1.60% this week, indicating a continuation of the ongoing correction phase. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold prices have been dipping and a key support level is seen to be Rs 97,000. MCX Silver is also witnessing selling pressure. Abhilash Koikkara, Head –…

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India to ease China business visa process: Top executives’ applications from Vivo, Xiaomi and more likely to be approved; move amid improving ties

[ad_1] India-China relations seem to be improving (AI image) India could ease visa restrictions for Chinese business professionals, signalling improved bilateral relations. This will enable executives from companies like Vivo, Oppo, Xiaomi, Byd, Hisense and Haier to enter India after a nearly five-year hiatus, according to government and industry officials, quote by Economic Times. The…

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‘Greater of the two risks’: Inflation overshadows employment at Fed policy meeting; minutes reveal divisions over Trump’s tariffs

[ad_1] Minutes from the US Federal Reserve’s late July policy meeting revealed that a majority of officials viewed upside inflation risks as more significant than employment concerns, highlighting internal disagreements over the economic impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs. “A majority of participants judged the upside risk to inflation as the greater of these two,”…

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