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'Fishing, sovereignty and economic policy': Why Iceland voters rejected EU membership in referendum
Icelandic voters rejected a proposal to resume EU membership talks, with 52.8% voting against. Fishing concerns, sovereignty and economic policy shaped the referendum, while the result is expected to put the EU membership debate on hold until at least 2028.
Former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya seeks SEBI probe into sharp Sensex swing during CAS
Former BJP MP Kirit Somaiya has urged SEBI to investigate the sharp swings in the Sensex during the Closing Auction Session on August 27, when the index plunged over 2,000 points within minutes before recovering much of the loss. He questioned whether the new CAS mechanism, introduced on August 3, has weaknesses related to liquidity and price discovery.
Nifty may be in accumulation phase, says Anand James; Ather, Nazara top bets
Nifty’s September series begins with a cautiously positive undertone, with options positioning indicating support at 24,000–24,100 and resistance at 24,200–24,500. A decisive breakout could trigger further gains, while a break below 24,000 may invite downside. Meanwhile, Ather Energy and Nazara Technologies remain among the top stock picks, with analysts seeing further upside after recent bullish breakouts and strong momentum.
Bullion braces for fresh swings as US jobs data, Iran tensions take centre stage: Analysts
September promises volatility in the commodity markets, especially after the notable decline in gold prices. Traders are set to keep a close eye on US job reports and emerging geopolitical events as they navigate market direction. Key inflation metrics and US non-farm payroll data will play vital roles in shaping investment strategies.
PM Modi conferred Uzbekistan’s ‘Oliy Darajali Do'stlik’ Order by President Mirziyoyev
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the Order of ‘Oliy Darajali Dustlik’, Uzbekistan’s supreme state award, by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during his visit to Tashkent. The honour marks Modi’s 36th international award.
‘My overtime is invisible’: Worker penalised for 15-minute delay, ordeal with strict HR goes viral
In the viral post, the employee said that he joined an event management company in May, which has official working hours of 11 AM to 7 PM with weekends off — but the reality painted a very different picture.
IAS officer who left finance job in London for civil services resigns after 13 years, recalls ‘unforgettable journey’
Divya Mittal, an IAS officer, resigned after serving as a civil servant for 13 years. After impactful service in various administrative roles in Uttar Pradesh, she cherished memories from her tenure.
Nifty mega caps are going nowhere. Why Samco CIO Umesh Mehta put 75% of his Flexicap fund beyond largecaps
Mutual Fund CIO Umesh Mehta says Nifty mega caps may remain subdued as institutional ownership limits fresh buying and earnings momentum shifts towards mid- and small-cap stocks. He explains why Samco Flexicap Fund has allocated 70–75% of its portfolio beyond large caps, while highlighting opportunities in defence, power, AI ancillaries and gold, and warning about IPO-led liquidity pressures.
MSCI rebalancing on Monday: Adani Energy, Groww set for big inflows; RIL, Jio Financial may face outflows
MSCI’s latest rebalancing is set to drive heightened trading activity in several Indian stocks on Monday, with revised weights taking effect from September 1. The final 30 minutes of Monday’s session could see significant activity as investors adjust positions. According to Nuvama Alternative and Quantitative Research, the changes include index additions and exclusions, along with weight revisions across several stocks.
Quality Stock Investing: 8 mistakes that can ruin your portfolio and how to avoid them
Building a portfolio of high-quality companies requires more than simply identifying good businesses. Lawrence A. Cunningham’s quality-investing framework highlights common mistakes such as overreliance on macro trends, overconfidence, ignoring debt and accounting red flags, and holding stocks despite deteriorating fundamentals.
Warren Buffett turns 96: Top 10 investing lessons from the Oracle of Omaha
As Warren Buffett turns 96 in his first birthday since stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO, the piece revisits the investing principles behind his six-decade run — patience, discipline, staying within his "circle of competence," and concentrating capital when conviction is high.
Switzerland shooting: At least one dead, five injured after shots fired at a rave party in Aargau; probe underway
At least one person has been reportedly killed, and five people were injured on Sunday (local time) after a person fired shots at an event in northern Switzerland, local police say.
SBI, SBI Capital Markets plan 1% NSE stake sale via IPO: Bank Chairman C S Setty
State Bank of India plans to divest nearly one percent of its National Stock Exchange stake. This divestment will occur as part of the exchange's upcoming initial public offering. SBI's mortgage portfolio is projected to surpass ten lakh crore rupees this quarter. The bank holds a significant market share in the home loan segment. Home loans are considered vital for India's overall economic growth.
Nifty weekly outlook: Nifty trapped in 23,900-24,750 range; fresh buying should remain selective
Nifty ended the week lower after consolidating in a narrow range, with the broader technical structure remaining unchanged. The index moved between 24,076.85 and 24,378.60, while India VIX declined 4.64% to 10.68. Support remains at 23,900–24,000, while a cluster of moving averages continues to cap upside in the 24,400–24,750 zone.
