Asia-Pacific Markets Drop Amid Israel-Iran Flare-Up and US-China Trade Truce

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

Business Markets

Asia-Pacific stock markets ended the week in negative territory as escalating tensions between Israel and Iran rattled investor sentiment across the region. Even as a temporary US-China trade truce brought some relief, the geopolitical uncertainty surrounding the Middle East took center stage,

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SEBI Bans Actor Arshad Warsi, 58 Others from Securities Markets

By BPN News Desk May 30, 2025

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued market bans ranging from one to five years against 59 individuals, including actor Arshad Warsi, his wife Maria Goretti, and several social media influencers. The penalties stem from a large-scale manipulation scheme involving Sadhna Broadcast Ltd (now renamed Crystal Business System Ltd). Warsi and Goretti […]

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Asian Markets Tumble After US Court Revives Trump Tariffs

By BPN News Desk May 30, 2025

Asian stock markets fell sharply on Friday following a U.S. federal appeals court ruling that temporarily reinstated former President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The decision, which overturned a prior lower court judgment declaring the tariffs unlawful, reignited fears of heightened global trade tensions. The Nikkei 225 in Tokyo and the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong […]

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NSE Valuation Hits $58 Billion Ahead of IPO Plans

By BPN News Desk May 28, 2025

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India has seen its valuation soar to $58 billion in the private unlisted market, marking a staggering 60% increase compared to last year. The jump comes as expectations grow around the exchange’s long-awaited initial public offering (IPO), which could materialize as early as late 2025. Unlisted shares of NSE […]

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Asian Markets Extend Losses Amid Escalating Trade Tensions

By BPN News Desk April 11, 2025

Asian stock markets are heading for a third consecutive weekly decline, as intensifying trade tensions between the United States and China continue to unsettle global investors. The latest round of retaliatory tariffs imposed by both nations has amplified concerns over a prolonged economic standoff, triggering widespread sell-offs across major indices in the region.

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Global Stock Markets Crash on ‘Black Monday’ Amid Trade War Fears

By BPN News Desk April 7, 2025

Global financial markets were sent into a tailspin on April 7, 2025, in what is being described as “Black Monday,” as fears of a full-scale trade war triggered massive sell-offs across Asia, Europe, and beyond. Investor panic, fueled by the rapid escalation of tariffs and economic uncertainty, led to one of the most widespread market […]

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Foreign Investors Withdraw ₹10,355 Crore from Indian Equities in Early April Amid Tariff Concerns

By BPN News Desk April 6, 2025

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pulled out a significant ₹10,355 crore from Indian equity markets in the first four trading sessions of April 2025, marking a sharp reversal from the trend observed at the end of March. This outflow comes amid growing concerns over the global economic impact of the United States’ newly announced tariff regime. […]

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Crude Oil Reserves Discovered on Freedom Fighter’s Land in Uttar Pradesh

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2025

A significant discovery of crude oil reserves has been made in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, on land owned by the family of freedom fighter Chittu Pandey. This find follows a three-month survey in the Ganga basin, which identified oil deposits at a depth of 3,000 meters. Exploration and Economic Implications The Oil and Natural Gas […]

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Sensex Rallies 900 Points, Nifty Tops 23,600 on FPI Boost

By BPN News Desk March 24, 2025

Indian stock markets witnessed a robust rally on Monday, with the Sensex rising over 900 points and the Nifty surpassing the 23,600 mark. This marks the sixth straight session of gains, reflecting renewed investor confidence as foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) re-entered the market in a big way. Strong performances in banking and information technology stocks […]

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India’s Stock Market Valuations Remain Elevated Despite Global Adjustments

By BPN News Desk March 17, 2025

India’s stock market has narrowed its valuation gap with global markets, yet it remains expensive compared to other emerging markets and historical averages. While this reflects strong economic prospects, it also raises concerns about potential overvaluation and sustainability of current market levels. Current Market Valuations As of March 2025, India’s