Market Bizzz

The US dollar weakened on Thursday. Investors are looking towards next year. They expect multiple US interest rate cuts. The yen and euro gained against the dollar. The New Zealand dollar reached a three-week peak. Australia’s dollar also saw gains. Sterling moved higher. The US dollar index remained flat.

Asian Paints’ shares are expected to see movement. Its step-down subsidiary in the UAE will establish a second paint manufacturing facility. The investment is AED 140 million. This new unit will be located in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi. It will have an initial production capacity of 55,800 kilolitres per annum. The expansion aims to strengthen the company’s international presence.

Whirlpool Mauritius plans to sell up to 7.5% of its stake in Whirlpool of India, valued at approximately Rs 965 crore, through a block deal. The floor price is set at Rs 1,030 per share, a 14% discount to the current market price. This move comes as the company’s stock has underperformed and its recent quarterly earnings showed a decline.

HDFC Asset Management Company shares are trading ex-bonus today, November 26, following a 1:1 bonus share issue. Investors who held shares by the end of trading on November 25 are eligible for one bonus share for every share owned. The record date for this bonus issuance was November 26, 2025.

Bharti Airtel shares are under scrutiny as promoter ICIL plans to sell a 0.56% stake for approximately $806 million. This follows a similar divestment by Singtel. The deal occurs after Airtel’s strong Q2 results, with robust EBITDA growth and rising ARPU. Analysts remain optimistic, citing potential tariff hikes and operational strength.

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.