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Oil prices saw a slight rebound after a dip, as Ukraine signaled progress towards a peace deal with Russia. This potential agreement could lead to the lifting of sanctions on Russian oil, a development that market analysts suggest might drive prices lower. Meanwhile, expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cut are offering some support to crude.

Housing and Urban Development Corporation has signed a five-year non-binding MoU with the National Institute of Urban Affairs to collaborate on urban infrastructure initiatives, capacity-building programmes, research activities and financing exploration. The partnership aims to support urban development through joint programmes, evaluation frameworks and coordination with multilateral funding agencies.

Eris Lifesciences is set to fully acquire its injectable unit, Swiss Parenterals. The deal involves a share swap valued at Rs 423.3 crore. This move aims to enhance operational control and financial integration. Swiss Parenterals, a significant exporter, has shown consistent revenue growth. Eris also reported strong Q2 performance with increased revenue and profit.

Five Nifty200 stocks showed strengthening momentum on 24 November as their RSI values crossed above 50 from lower levels. This shift signals improving price strength and early bullish intent, helping traders spot emerging opportunities at the beginning of a potential upward trend supported by rising momentum and steady accumulation.

Adani Green Energy shares could see heightened activity as TotalEnergies considers selling up to 6% of its stake. The French energy giant aims to capitalize on the significant valuation surge since its 2021 investment, potentially realizing substantial gains from its nearly 19% holding.

Four Nifty500 stocks showed strengthening momentum on 21 November as their RSI values crossed above 50 from lower levels. This shift typically signals early bullish intent and building accumulation, helping traders identify emerging opportunities in the early stages of a potential upward trend supported by improving price strength.

Oil prices are falling again. Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are moving forward. This could lead to more Russian oil entering the market. The U.S. dollar is also getting stronger. This makes oil more expensive for many countries. Investors are watching these developments closely.

Aditya Kumar Halwasia acquired 38 lakh shares in Karnataka Bank for Rs 71 crore, a deal executed at a premium. The smallcap lender, supported by Quant Mutual Fund, saw its stock jump nearly 8% amid significant volume spikes. Karnataka Bank’s net profit improved quarter-on-quarter, while NPAs moderated.

Eternal, a food delivery and quick-commerce platform, has stated that the new social security code will not negatively impact its long-term business prospects. The company is actively seeking clarity from the government on the exact financial and operational implications. Eternal anticipates these changes and is committed to the well-being of its gig workers, already providing insurance and welfare benefits.

Shankar Sharma, founder of GQuant FinXray, argues that timing the macro cycle is essential for investment success, stating that most returns are driven by market trends. He points to the 2014-2020 period as an example of poor returns due to a lack of macro tailwinds, with significant gains only occurring in the last 4-5 years.