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The upcoming week will see investors focus on corporate earnings and key economic data. India’s inflation figures and foreign exchange reserves are scheduled for release soon. Global developments, including West Asia tensions, will also influence market sentiment. Foreign institutional investors have recently turned net buyers of Indian equities. Market participants will monitor monsoon progress alongside

India’s new trade pact with the UK opens market access for exporters. However, strengthening quality standards and logistics is crucial for success. Food and engineering sectors face specific regulatory and certification requirements. Labour-intensive industries like garments and textiles offer significant export potential. Processed foods and automotive components also present substantial untapped opportunities.

EPFO introduced a one-time Amnesty Scheme for exempted Provident Fund Trusts. This scheme allows establishments to regularize their compliance status under the EPF Act. Eligible employers can obtain retrospective exemption and resolve pending issues. The amnesty offers relief from litigation and waives certain compliance requirements. Applications for this opportunity remain open until December.

Precious metals are expected to remain under pressure in the coming week. Geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East weighs against upcoming inflation data. Investors are awaiting economic indicators that could shape global interest rate expectations. Bullion prices ended the week sharply lower, mirroring global trends. Analysts believe bullion will remain range-bound until stronger triggers emerge.

The Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor is just the first stepping stone to a much larger urban mobility plan that aims to transform connectivity in and around Delhi-NCR, with an ambition to develop satellite cities as hubs for growth and development.

NSE Indices has launched the Nifty500 Ahimsa Index, tracking companies aligned with non-violence principles. This new index targets investors seeking animal welfare considerations in their portfolios. Companies are screened using the Ahimsagain Foundation’s AIM framework for eligibility. The index offers a transparent benchmark for responsible investment products. It will serve as a base for ETFs