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10 things you need to know before the opening bell

Asian stocks too declined, though markets in the region are often reluctant to be first to react to US and European events that happen over the weekend. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan eased 0.5 percent. Japan's Nikkei fell 2 percent and South Korean shares lost 0.8 percent.

Sensex, Nifty hammering support, will we have a break down?

The Indian indexes are hammering support, increasing the probability that prices may go lower. The more times a support level is hit greater the chances of a breakdown.

Nifty could head lower next week; Wipro, Bhel could slide

Except for a sharp cut on Monday, the Nifty did a whole lot of nothing during the week gone by.

Companies can now list abroad without listing on local bourses first

The scheme will be implemented on a pilot basis for two years, the statement said.<br /><br />

Is RBI's swap strategy creating a bubble?

The central bank has generously used swap as a tool in its battle to save the rupee: It is entering into swap agreements with oil marketing companies, which on a daily basis require about $400 million for their oil imports.

'Cheap valuations make economy-sensitive stocks a good bet'

The RBI's decision to increase the policy rate will harden the rates in the economy and tighten the money markets but will make investors confident of the long-term prospects of India, said Chandresh Nigam, MD & CEO Axis Mutual Fund.

How to keep your retirement finances on track

Retirement in the general terms refers to the end of working life of an individual, called in other words in organised sector as superannuation. While planning for a happy retirement is a necessary part of the financial life of an individual, there are two phases involved in the process.

10 things you need to know before the opening bell

Gold slipped for a second session on Friday and was on track for its fifth weekly drop, hit by persistent uncertainty over the Federal Reserve's stimulus outlook.

NSEL was not registered, CBI to probe scam: Chidambaram

Chidambaram said NSEL was not a registered or recognised association under the FMC but got exemption even before it started its business.

Debit card frauds: here's how merchants goof up

it is easier to use these cards at a merchant establishment, or point of sale (POS) terminal, than using them for online shopping. At a POS, all you have to do is give your card to the merchant, which he swipes over an electronic data capture, or swipe machine. But is it safe?

10 things you need to know before the opening bell

Asian share markets were left in limbo on Thursday as a paucity of major economic news left investors with little choice but to sweat out the latest battle over the US budget.

Financial Tech: Deloitte washing its hands of a Rs 5,500 cr scam

Deloitte has taken shelter under Standard on Auditing 560 (SA) issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). This standard deals with subsequent events i.e. the events that happened between the balance sheet date and the date of audit report.

10 things you need to know before the opening bell

Asian shares slipped and the dollar inched higher in early Asian trade on Wednesday, as concerns about a possible US government shutdown and uncertainty about the US Federal Reserve's policy outlook made investors hesitant to take aggressive positions.

Insider trading 2.0: Menace of high-speed trading, early data peaks

Amid signs that high-speed traders are now getting early access to key market-moving data and analyst reports, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is cracking down on what he calls "Insider Trading 2.0."

Financial Tech auditor withdraws report after NSEL payment crisis

Auditors have raised serious doubts on accounts of Jignesh Shah-led Financial Technologies India Ltd (FTIL) saying the financial statements for 2012-13 cannot be "relied upon" any "longer" in the wake of payment crisis at the firm's subsidiary, NSEL.

Mayaram panel sends NSEL report to PM Office

A high-level panel headed by Economic Affairs Secretary Arvind Mayaram that looked into alleged irregularities at the NSEL, today submitted its report to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

Volatility to rule: Fed tapering a bigger risk to India than assumed

Judging by the strength of the relief rally seen after the U. Federal Reserve did nothing last week, some Asian emerging markets could be far more vulnerable than earlier thought when the Fed finally does decide to slow its dollar printing presses.<br /><br />

SBI stocks falls on rating agency downgrade

State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, fell as much as 3.66 percent after ratings agency Moody's downgraded its outlook on the bank's financial strength rating to 'negative' from 'stable'.

10 things you should know before the opening bell

Here are 10 things you should know before the Indian markets open.

Why you should not ignore Hudco's tax free bonds

The annual interest with these bonds is better than the post-tax returns you would have earned on fixed deposits, which is 6.3-6.6 percent for highest tax bracket

Rajan will continue inflation war: Why lending rates will remain high

For the medium term, Rajan has made it clear that there is no question of lowering the guard against inflation, which is the prime enemy for the central bank and can derail any effort to get the growth momentum back.

Bangalore stock exchange to apply for de-recognition to Sebi

This approval was made by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held here yesterday, attended by about 100 out of 925 members.

Why divorce on mutual consent doesn't help women

If she were to apply with mutual consent she would not get any indulgence from the judge as to share of her husband's property but instead would continue to be fobbed off with a pittance-maintenance expenses.

Chart: US cues point to further fall in Sensex, Nifty today

Indian equity markets also need support from the US market to rally further. The last leg of the rally in India was a result of the rally in the US markets. When the US markets retreated a bit on Thursday, the Indian markets fell on Friday. With the strong drop in the US on Friday, we could see a corresponding drop in India on Monday.<br /><br />

Friday's market fall means Nifty bullishness is unreliable

Though the Nifty gained about 2.8 percent week on week, the price action during the week was marked by heightened volatility. The index cleared the swing high of 6,093 on Thursday. The quick snap back on Friday raises concerns about the reliability of the breakout.

Can you trust banks with your sale deed, title deed?

Interestingly, most often the owner of the house does not even get to see the original title deed until the time you decide to sell the house. In other words, your original documents are held by the bank, though you may be the owner of the house. But just how much can you trust your bank on this?