Saudi Arabia shares lower at close of trade; Tadawul All Share down 0.16%
https://in.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/saudi-arabia-shares-lower-at-close-of-trade-tadawul-all-share-down-016-5063967

Could the Eurozone see budget deficits grow in 2026? UBS crunches the numbers.
https://in.investing.com/news/economy-news/could-the-eurozone-see-budget-deficits-grow-in-2026-ubs-crunches-the-numbers-5063969

Israel shares higher at close of trade; TA 35 up 1.01%
https://in.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/israel-shares-higher-at-close-of-trade-ta-35-up-101-5063970

Novartis to acquire Avidity Biosciences for $12 billion
https://in.investing.com/news/company-news/novartis-to-acquire-avidity-biosciences-for-12-billion-93CH-5063971

EOS Falls 10.01% In Selloff
https://in.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/eos-falls-1001-in-selloff-5063973

Skill financing scheme, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Mudra Yojana, likely to be unveiled in Budget
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/new-skill-financing-scheme-pradhan-mantri-kaushal-mudra-yojana-likely-to-be-unveiled-in-budget/articleshow/124832180.cms

India is set to launch the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Mudra Yojana (PMKMY) in the upcoming Budget 2026-27, a five-year scheme to fund workforce skilling. This initiative aims to provide broader access to high-end training, particularly for emerging sectors, and ensure resources reach women, rural youth, and persons with disabilities.

Novartis to buy U.S. biotech firm Avidity Biosciences for about $12 billion in cash
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/26/novartis-avidity-biosciences-talks.html

Novartis will pay Avidity shareholders $72 a share in cash, a premium of 46% to the company's Friday closing price.

POET Technologies raises $150 million in registered direct offering
https://in.investing.com/news/company-news/poet-technologies-raises-150-million-in-registered-direct-offering-93CH-5063975

Trump Treasury Sec. Bessent says he's felt 'pain' from China because he's a 'soybean farmer'
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/26/trump-treasury-bessent-trade-tariffs-china-soybean-farm.html

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's estimated hundreds and millions of dollars in wealth includes soybean and corn farmland in North Dakota.

Earnings call transcript: Perseus Mining Q1 2025 sees strong gold production
https://in.investing.com/news/transcripts/earnings-call-transcript-perseus-mining-q1-2025-sees-strong-gold-production-93CH-5063976

Perseus Mining September 2025 quarter slides: Cash position grows despite production decline
https://in.investing.com/news/company-news/perseus-mining-september-2025-quarter-slides-cash-position-grows-despite-production-decline-93CH-5063977

Vivani Medical prices $15.7 million stock offering at $1.62 per share
https://in.investing.com/news/company-news/vivani-medical-prices-157-million-stock-offering-at-162-per-share-93CH-5063978

Microsoft sued by Australia competition regulator over Copilot, 365 pricing
https://in.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/microsoft-sued-by-australia-competition-regulator-over-copilot-365-pricing-5063980

SMBC to share its global learning with Yes Bank, help raise the bar: CEO
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/smbc-to-share-its-global-learning-with-yes-bank-help-raise-the-bar-ceo/articleshow/124837045.cms

Toru Nakashima, the global CEO of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, recently engaged with employees at Yes Bank, emphasizing his commitment to their future. He conveyed a message of confidence regarding job security and anticipated growth, following SMBC's recent acquisition of a 20% stake in the bank.

Global central banks cut US T-bill exposure, increase gold reserves
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/commodities/news/global-central-banks-cut-us-t-bill-exposure-increase-gold-reserves/articleshow/124837057.cms

Global central banks are reducing US Treasury holdings and increasing gold reserves. India's gold reserves surpassed $100 billion. Gold prices experienced a significant drop, which is expected to boost demand from investors and central banks. This shift indicates a diversification strategy amid political uncertainty. The trend shows a move away from dollar assets towards gold.

Will Nifty’s rally stall near 26,000 or break past its record highs soon?
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/will-niftys-rally-stall-near-26000-or-break-past-its-record-highs-soon/articleshow/124837096.cms

Nifty may pause its rally near record highs. Analysts suggest dips are buying opportunities. Banking and metals sectors are highlighted. Support is seen at 25,400-25,500. A potential breakout from a Cup and Handle pattern is noted. Medium-term outlook remains positive for quality stocks. Sectors like BFSI, auto, and metal are expected to outperform.

Novartis to buy US-listed Avidity Biosciences for $12 bln
https://in.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/novartis-to-buy-uslisted-avidity-biosciences-for-12-bln-5063981

Wall St futures climb on expected Fed easing, US-China trade progress
https://in.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/wall-st-futures-climb-on-expected-fed-easing-uschina-trade-progress-5063983

Boeing Defense strike to continue after St. Louis workers reject offer
https://in.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/boeing-defense-strike-to-continue-after-st-louis-workers-reject-offer-5063985

HSBC sees $1.1 bln provision over Madoff-linked case
https://in.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/hsbc-sees-11-bln-provision-over-madofflinked-case-5063986