Market Bizzz

The U.S. dollar is set for its largest yearly fall since 2017. Concerns over interest rate cuts and trade policies are impacting currency markets. The euro and sterling have seen significant gains. The Japanese yen is an outlier, remaining flat. Analysts expect the dollar’s weakness to continue into 2026.

The oil market took a sharp turn in 2025 as prices dropped significantly, ushering in a new era of reduced costs. Factors like geopolitical upheaval and surging output from OPEC+ played key roles in this downturn. After a brief surge fueled by sanctions and unrest, the overall trend demonstrated a shift.

Shriram Finance shares could see action in trade today after a credit rating upgrade. This follows a significant deal with Japan’s MUFG. The upgrade reflects strong performance and the strategic investment. Analysts are positive, raising target prices. The deal strengthens Shriram Finance’s capital and future growth prospects. This development boosts confidence in India’s lending sector.

Kotak Mahindra Bank has fixed January 14, 2026, as the record date for its stock split, involving subdivision of equity shares from face value of Rs 5 to Rs 1. The move aims to improve liquidity and enhance retail investor participation in the stock.

Four Nifty 500 stocks showed improving momentum on December 29 after their RSI crossed above the key 50 level from lower zones. This RSI upswing signals strengthening price action and a developing bullish bias, helping traders spot early buying opportunities as market sentiment improves.

Punjab National Bank shares are under scrutiny after revealing a Rs 2,434 crore borrowing fraud involving SREI Equipment Finance and SREI Infrastructure Finance. The bank has fully provisioned for the outstanding amounts linked to these companies, which previously underwent insolvency proceedings. This news follows a period of strong returns for PNB stock.

Coforge is set to be in focus after announcing a $2.35 billion acquisition of AI firm Encora to boost its artificial intelligence capabilities and expand its global reach. The deal, which aims to generate $2 billion in annual revenues by March 2027, marks a significant international expansion for the IT services provider.

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Several listed companies have announced corporate actions next week, including face value consolidation, stock splits and bonus issues, which may boost liquidity, affordability and retail interest without altering underlying business fundamentals.

Foreign investors are set to record their biggest-ever exit from Indian equities in 2025, with net outflows of over Rs 1.58 lakh crore, driven by exchange selling, rupee weakness and global capital shifts, despite steady domestic flows.