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09 Oct 2026
Bitcoin falls to $82,000 as OpenAI revenue concerns and geopolitical tensions trigger nearly $1 billion in crypto liquidations
Bitcoin hovered near $82,000 as geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices and concerns over OpenAI revenue weighed on risk assets, triggering nearly $1 billion in crypto liquidations. Ethereum and major altcoins also declined, while analysts flagged $80,000 as a key Bitcoin support level amid elevated Treasury yields and continued market volatility.
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India bonds extend weekly slide; struggle to shake off RBI hike, hawkish stance shift
Indian government bonds have faced a downturn for the eighth consecutive week, primarily influenced by soaring oil prices and a more aggressive stance from the central bank. The yield on benchmark bonds has surged, signaling a drop in investor confidence. Additionally, the Reserve Bank of India raised the repo rate to 5.50%, with economists anticipating further increments that may take it to at least 6.00%.
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Reissued bonds account for nearly 66% of state borrowings in H1 FY27: Report
In recent years, states have made a substantial impact on their finances by reissuing bonds, which now form a significant portion of their market borrowings. This trend, particularly pronounced over the last two years, illustrates an increased involvement from state governments. Coupled with the Reserve Bank of India's push for greater market transparency, the reissuance of bonds could enhance liquidity, creating a more appealing landscape for bond investors.
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Market wrap: ITC, TCS, BSE, RIL top gainers and losers on Nifty and Sensex on Friday
The Indian equity markets saw a robust recovery as both the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 registered remarkable gains. The Nifty 50 surged by 288.65 points, closing at 22,520.45, while the Sensex jumped 879.09 points. Notably, the Nifty IT index rose 3%, signaling a positive market sentiment. A total of 2,182 out of 3,684 stocks climbed higher, reflecting renewed investor interest in bargain opportunities.
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Airtel Money makes London Stock Exchange debut
Airtel Money has made its debut on the London Stock Exchange after a significant IPO process. The offer price was set at £1.96 per share, with trading beginning conditionally. Initial trading reflected a slight increase as shares were valued at about £2.00 before easing. Bharti Airtel holds a significant stake in Airtel Money through Airtel Africa. Unconditional trading is expected to start on October 14, 2026.
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Cupid among 7 stocks that hit 52-week highs; rallied up to 30% in a month
Seven stocks from the BSE 1000 index hit fresh 52-week highs as the Sensex rallied 879 points. Cupid led the list with a 31% monthly gain, followed by Shreeji Shipping Global, Aditya Infotech and other stocks.
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Reliance Jio IPO: Likely price band for India's biggest listing revealed. Check details
Jio Platforms has set a price band of Rs 1,065-1,119 for its upcoming IPO. The company plans to raise between Rs 28,755 crore and Rs 30,213 crore with the offer. Public subscription is scheduled to start on October 21, with shares potentially listing on October 28.
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Nomura becomes latest brokerage to cut PB Fintech share price target by 31%, lists 2 scenarios for fair price
Nomura has cut PB Fintech’s target price by 31% to Rs 1,100 after proposed IRDAI curbs on insurance website practices and commissions. The brokerage lowered earnings estimates, while alternative scenarios suggest fair values of Rs 1,335-1,366.
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Rupee posts weekly fall despite rate hike amid adverse flows, weak sentiment
In recent trading, the Indian rupee closed at 96.73 against the dollar, showing minimal fluctuation from its prior standing. The rupee's slide was mitigated by dollar sales from state-run banks, although it lingers close to record lows. Analysts foresee a further downturn due to challenging market conditions, with the currency's stability affected by a decline in India's foreign exchange reserves over the past four weeks.
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