Trump Treasury Sec. Bessent to speak with Chinese trade counterpart on Friday
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/17/bessent-china-trade-lifeng.html

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will speak by phone on Friday with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, a senior Trump administration official told CNBC.

Trump's approval rating on the economy takes hit because of shutdown, inflation, CNBC survey finds
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/17/trumps-economic-approval-rating-drops-says-cnbc-survey.html

American's views on the economy turned more negative in the third quarter with deepening concerns about jobs, inflation and the outlook.

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UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves: November budget will respond to the global challenges we face
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/17/uk-finance-minister-rachel-reeves-on-november-budget.html

U.K. Chancellor Rachel Reeves cited the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the tensions in the Middle East, and the impact of global trade barriers as key challenges.

Kremlin pitches Musk on 'Putin-Trump' tunnel from Russia to Alaska
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/17/musk-trump-putin-tunnel-russia-alaska.html

The suggestion came amid talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump about possible resolutions to Russia's war in Ukraine.

US sinks international deal on decarbonising ships
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/us-sinks-international-deal-on-decarbonising-ships/articleshow/124636461.cms

An international vote to approve a global carbon pricing system for maritime emissions was delayed by a year after the United States threatened sanctions against supporting countries. The London-based International Maritime Organization (IMO) postponed the decision following opposition from the US and some oil-producing nations, citing economic concerns.

Cornered for delays in giving back hostage bodies, Hamas reaffirms truce commitment
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/cornered-for-delays-in-giving-back-hostage-bodies-hamas-reaffirms-truce-commitment/articleshow/124640188.cms

Hamas has reiterated its dedication to maintaining a ceasefire with Israel, promising to facilitate the return of deceased Israeli hostages. This announcement follows a stern warning from President Donald Trump. The group indicated that some of the bodies are interred within collapsed tunnels.

Vijay Kedia takes aim at “lifeless money” as gold & silver fever grips investors amid record rallies
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/news/vijay-kedia-takes-aim-at-lifeless-money-as-gold-silver-fever-grips-investors-amid-record-rallies/articleshow/124627086.cms

Ace investor Vijay Kedia urged investors to look beyond bullion gains, calling gold and silver “lifeless money” without creativity. Amid record rallies, he stressed equity investing as a path to value creation, while reshuffling his Rs 1,292 crore portfolio with selective additions and trims.

Rupee falls 7 paise to close at 88.03 against US dollar
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/forex/forex-news/rupee-falls-7-paise-to-close-at-88-03-against-us-dollar/articleshow/124627254.cms

The Indian Rupee weakened by 7 paise to close at 88.03 against the US Dollar on Friday. Trade tensions and global uncertainties impacted the currency. However, foreign fund inflows and lower crude oil prices provided some support. The domestic equity market saw significant gains.

IndusInd Bank Q2 Preview: Profit likely to fall sharply amid weak treasury income, MFI stress. 8 things to watch
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/indusind-bank-q2-preview-profit-to-likely-fall-sharply-amid-weak-treasury-income-mfi-stress-8-things-to-watch/articleshow/124627251.cms

IndusInd Bank is likely to post up to 82% YoY fall in Q2 FY26 profit as higher provisions, weak treasury income, and margin pressure weigh on performance. Brokerages see muted loan and deposit growth amid asset-quality concerns.

Gainers & Losers: Adani Power, Infosys among 6 stocks that saw top action today
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/gainers-amp-losers-adani-power-infosys-among-6-stocks-that-saw-top-action-today/slideshow/124627438.cms

Indian markets ended at 52-week highs on Friday led by FMCG, auto, and banking stocks. Adani Power, Ola Electric, and Whirlpool surged on positive developments, while Yes Bank, Wipro, and Infosys declined after mixed news and earnings updates.

Dhanteras 2025: 8 Nifty microcaps stocks doubled investors’ money since last year!
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/dhanteras-2025-8-nifty-microcaps-stocks-doubled-investors-money-since-last-year/slideshow/124627752.cms

Gold to hit $5,000/oz in 2026, HSBC says
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/gold-to-hit-5000/oz-in-2026-hsbc-says/articleshow/124627779.cms

HSBC on Friday raised its 2025 average gold price forecast by $100 to $3,455 per ounce, citing geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and a weakening U.S. dollar, and projected prices could reach $5,000 in 2026.

Havells Q2 Results: Profit jumps 19% YoY to Rs 318 crore, revenue up 5%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/havells-q2-results-profit-jumps-19-yoy-to-rs-318-crore-revenue-up-5/articleshow/124628156.cms

Consumer electrical goods maker Havells India on Friday reported a 18.86 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 318.28 crore in the September quarter of 2025-26.

AU Small Finance Bank Q2 Results: Net profit slips 2% YoY to Rs 561 crore
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/au-small-finance-bank-q2-results-net-profits-slips-2-yoy-to-rs-561-crore/articleshow/124628267.cms

AU Small Finance Bank on Friday reported a 2 per cent dip in net profit at Rs 561 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025.

Sovereign gold bond investors make 338% returns in 8 years. Did you miss?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/bonds/sovereign-gold-bond-investors-make-338-return-in-8-years-did-you-miss/articleshow/124628322.cms

Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) 2017–18 Series III investors are set to receive a remarkable 338% return as its eight-year tenure concludes on October 16, 2025. The RBI has fixed the final redemption price at Rs 12,567 per gram, significantly higher than the initial Rs 2,866 per gram issue price.

The season of true prosperity: Why mixing corporate bonds and equities is smarter than betting all on one
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/bonds/the-season-of-true-prosperity-why-mixing-corporate-bonds-and-equities-is-smarter-than-betting-all-on-one/articleshow/124628142.cms

Indian equities delivered a sobering 0% return over the past year, highlighting the risks of single-asset bets. In contrast, well-chosen corporate bonds offered positive returns of 8%-15%, insulating portfolios from volatility. Diversification across equities, bonds, and fixed deposits proved crucial for mitigating damage and achieving steady growth, even when equity markets remained flat.

Tata Tech Q2 Results: Profit rises 5% YoY to Rs 166 crore on non-core business boost
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/tata-tech-q2-results-profit-rises-5-yoy-to-rs-166-crore-on-non-core-business-boost/articleshow/124628944.cms

Indian engineering firm Tata Technologies reported a 5% rise in second-quarter profit on Friday, as growth in its non-automotive business cushioned weakness in its key auto-focused segment

Dixon Technologies Q2 Results: Cons PAT soars 72% YoY to Rs 670 crore, revenue up 29%
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/earnings/dixon-technologies-q2-results-cons-pat-soars-72-yoy-to-rs-670-crore-revenue-up-29/articleshow/124629402.cms

Dixon Technologies posted a 72% YoY rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 670 crore on strong operational growth. Revenue increased 29% to Rs 14,855 crore, while EBITDA surged 152% year-on-year to Rs 1,057 crore.