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Sensex, Nifty break into new highs ahead of earnings

Regulator Sebi's new norms on P-notes took markets higher, but stocks could not go the whole hog in view of caution due to US Fed's testimony tomorrow, which is expected to provide timing on balancesheet trimming.

Jul 11, 2017, 16:55 PM IST

Rupee trades up 5 paise at 64.73 against dollar

The dollar turned weak overseas after a key US employment report showed that job growth has slowed, which helped the rupee.

Jul 07, 2017, 09:52 AM IST

Rupee climbs 5 paise against dollar to 64.73

The dollar's weakness against some currencies overseas gave the local unit some lift.

Jul 06, 2017, 09:54 AM IST

Rupee slides 10 paise to fresh one-month low of 64.73 against dollar

Dealers attributed the rupee's fall to fresh demand for the US currency and a subdued opening in domestic equities.

Jun 30, 2017, 10:31 AM IST

Rupee spurts 10 paise to 64.45 against dollar, equities support

Yesterday, the rupee had shed 2 paise to close at 64.55 against the greenback in limited trade on the back of stray dollar demand from importers.

Jun 29, 2017, 09:49 AM IST

Rupee slides 6 paise to 64.59 against US dollar

Forex dealers said the euro hitting a 10-month high against the greenback, however, capped the rupee's fall.

Jun 28, 2017, 10:24 AM IST

Rupee logs 1st gain in 4 days, up 7 paise at 64.52 vs USD

Reversing its three-session downward trend, the rupee on Friday reclaimed 7 paise to close at 64.52 on fresh bouts of dollar selling amid a caution ahead of key US macro data which will guide US Fed's rate policy going ahead.

Jun 23, 2017, 20:38 PM IST

Lower prices nudge gold demand; Indian buyers stay off

In India, gold demand has fallen as the wedding season is nearly over and farmers are busy in the sowing of summer-sown crops.

Jun 16, 2017, 16:16 PM IST

Equities suffer losses, Nifty ends below 9,600-mark

Equities slipped back into the red Thursday after a two-day winning run as the Sensex declined over 80 points and the Nifty cracked below 9,600-mark, with investors turning cautious after the Federal Reserve's rate hike.

Jun 15, 2017, 16:20 PM IST

US Fed raises rates, unveils balance sheet cuts in sign of confidence

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday for the second time in three months and said it would begin cutting its holdings of bonds and other securities this year, signalling its confidence in a growing US economy and strengthening job market.

Jun 15, 2017, 10:00 AM IST

US Fed hikes key rate to 1.0-1.25%, gives details on balance sheet reduction

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday for the second time in three months, citing continued U.S. economic growth and job market strength, and announced it would begin cutting its holdings of bonds and other securities this year.

Jun 14, 2017, 23:46 PM IST

World stocks hit record after Fed minutes, oil up as OPEC meets

World stocks hit record highs on Thursday and the dollar dipped after the US Federal Reserve signalled caution in raising interest rates, while oil prices rose in anticipation of top producers agreeing to extend output cuts for up to a year.

May 25, 2017, 15:27 PM IST

Key US inflation measure sees first drop in 16 years

The US Federal Reserve`s preferred inflation measure fell in March, and a key component dropped for the first time in nearly 16 years, the Commerce Department reported Monday.

May 01, 2017, 19:34 PM IST

Rupee takes 21-paise hit after dollar clout grows

The rupee opened marginally lower at 64.30 against last Friday's level of 64.28 here today.

Apr 10, 2017, 12:07 PM IST

US Fed could end reinvestment policy this year: Fed's Bullard

The US Federal Reserve could begin winding down its massive balance sheet sometime later this year in a shift that would make it less necessary to raise the official funds rate, a central banker said on Monday.

Apr 10, 2017, 11:33 AM IST

Gold edges down on stronger dollar, but geopolitical tensions support

Spot gold was down 0.1 percent at $1,252.20 per ounce by 0319 GMT, while US gold futures had dropped 0.2 percent to $1,254.30.

Apr 10, 2017, 10:24 AM IST

Care sees GDP clipping at 7.5-8% in FY18 if monsoon is normal

Rating agency Care on Tuesday said it expects GDP growth to accelerate to 8 percent next financial year and flagged monsoon as the only area of concern that may scupper this.

Mar 28, 2017, 20:46 PM IST

'Gold investment seen rising for 4th year in 2017'

Gold bullion investment will rise for the fourth straight year in 2017 as global political and economic factors are forecast to maintain buying interest, CPM Group said on Tuesday.

Mar 28, 2017, 19:51 PM IST

Gold continues to stoke appetite, moves up Rs 150 to Rs 29,150 per 10 grams

Gold remained in a sweet spot for the second day Monday as the price rose another Rs 150 to Rs 29,150 per 10 grams, making the most of a global uptrend and local jewellers' penchant for the yellow metal.

Mar 20, 2017, 15:22 PM IST

Gold price hits 2-week high as Fed rate outlook weighs on dollar

Gold prices hit a two-week high on Monday as the dollar slumped to near 6-week lows after the US Federal Reserve`s dovish outlook on the pace of rate increases this year continued to disappoint dollar bulls. 

Mar 20, 2017, 13:53 PM IST