Gold prices are climbing again, surpassing the $4,000 mark. A weaker US dollar and anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts are boosting the precious metal. Investors are watching for signals from the Fed’s upcoming meeting. Meanwhile, progress in US-China trade talks could present a challenge for gold. Other precious metals like silver, platinum, and palladium are seeing declines.
Adani Energy shares in focus after Q2FY26 PAT declines 21% YoY
Adani Energy Solutions saw its net profit drop 21% in the September quarter of 2025. Revenue from operations increased 7% year-on-year. The company’s transmission and distribution businesses drove turnover. Expenses rose slightly. Capital expenditure for the first half of FY26 saw a significant increase. Three transmission projects were commissioned.
PNB Housing Finance shares in focus as Q2 PAT shoots up 24% YoY. Should you buy, sell or hold?
PNB Housing Finance shares are expected to see activity after a strong Q2FY26 profit growth of 24 percent. The company’s net profit reached Rs 582 crore. Total income also rose by 13 percent. Brokerage firms like Bernstein and Motilal Oswal have set target prices, indicating confidence in the company’s performance and future growth prospects.
Lenskart IPO price band set at Rs 382–402 per share; check issue size, key dates, other details
Eyewear retailer Lenskart is launching its IPO on October 31, aiming to raise Rs 2,150 crore through a fresh issue and an offer for sale. Backed by Radhakishan Damani, the company plans to use the funds for store expansion, technology, and marketing. This IPO is anticipated to be the fourth-largest public issue of 2025.
Cochin Shipyard among 5 stocks showing bullish RSI upswing
“RSI trending up” means that the Relative Strength Index (RSI) values are increasing, suggesting strengthening momentum in the price of the stock.
Japan’s Nikkei tops 50,000 mark for first time on stimulus euphoria
Japan’s Nikkei share average crossed the 50,000 mark for the first time on Monday. This milestone follows successive records driven by expectations of significant spending from the new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi. Investors are reacting positively to Takaichi’s growth-focused policies and anticipated economic stimulus packages. The market has seen a strong upward trend since mid-July.
Zen Technologies Q2 Results: Cons PAT slips 2% to Rs 62 crore, revenue tumbles 28%
Zen Technologies reported a 28% fall in Q2 FY26 revenue to Rs 173.5 crore, while net profit dipped 2.2% to Rs 62 crore. H1FY26 shows a 30% revenue decline and 20% lower profit.
Vijay Kedia’s Big Bets: 8 stocks surge up to 40% in FY26, plus 2 new picks! Are you in?
Veteran investor Vijay Kedia’s portfolio, valued at around Rs 1,320 crore across 16 stocks in Q2 FY26, saw strong gains with Repro India, Neuland Labs, and Elecon Engineering leading, while Affordable Robotic lagged sharply.
Bharat Rasayan board okays stock split, issue of bonus shares
Agro-chemical firm Bharat Rasayan’s board has greenlit a 1:1 bonus share issue and a 1:2 stock split, aiming to enhance share liquidity and broaden its investor base. This move will see existing Rs 10 shares divided into two Rs 5 shares, followed by a bonus issuance. The company reported a robust Rs 140.92 crore net profit for FY25.
US stocks scale record high as cool inflation data fuels rate cut bets
Indian markets saw a strong rally on Friday. Cooler inflation data boosted hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts. Intel’s positive earnings fueled momentum in AI-related stocks. Major indices like the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq reached record highs. This surge marks a significant weekly gain for these indices. Investors are now looking towards upcoming meetings and tech earnings.