Stocks up ahead of US earnings data but oil prices stays high The FTSE 100 index ended up 104.23 points, 1.0%, at 10,656.28. Evening Standard · Oct 12
SBI economists call for scrapping LTCG tax on equities SBI economists are advocating for the elimination of long-term capital gains tax to stimulate sustained investment in Indian equity markets. This proposal arises amid substantial foreign portfolio investor withdrawals exceeding Rs 3 lakh crore this year, prompting concerns. Furthermore, the lack of AI-focused stocks is contributing to these market exits. The Economic Times · Oct 12
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday Indian benchmark indices reversed early gains on Monday, with the Sensex falling 548 points and the Nifty closing below 22,400 amid persistent FII selling, rising bond yields and geopolitical concerns. Investors will track key stocks, global cues, crude oil prices, inflation data and earnings expectations for Tuesday’s market direction. The Economic Times · Oct 12
AI Picks-and-Shovels Stock Amphenol Just Hit a New All-Time High Amphenol (APH) demonstrates robust price momentum, recently hitting a new all-time high. Shares are up more than 40% over the past year. APH maintains a 100% “Buy” technical opinion from Barchart. Analyst sentiment is overwhelmingly bullish, with price targets reaching up to $175. Today’s Featured Stock Valued at $215 billion,... Barchart · Oct 12
Stocks Pressured by Rising Crude Prices and Chipmaker Weakness The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is down by -0.07% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.42%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.69%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ26 ) are down -0.05%, and December E-mini... Barchart · Oct 12
Goldman upgrades global equities on earnings optimism Goldman Sachs has upgraded its outlook on global equities from neutral to overweight as earnings growth remains strong. This change is attributed to more attractive valuations ahead of the forthcoming earnings season. The bank also expressed caution regarding potential risks from higher rates and energy prices impacting equity markets. Additionally,… The Economic Times · Oct 12
Renewed Rate Anxiety Is Lifting Tobacco Giant BTI Higher. How to Play the Stock Here. British American Tobacco rises as investors look for defensive plays amid rising yield rates. Barchart · Oct 12
Stocks Mixed Ahead of Q3 Earnings Season The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is up by +0.09% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.32%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.35%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ26 ) are up +0.07%, and December E-mini... Barchart · Oct 12
US stocks muted as tech weakness offsets energy gains; earnings in focus The S&P 500 and Nasdaq saw slight declines on Monday, primarily due to weaker technology stocks. Strength in energy and communication services sectors provided some support to the markets. Oil prices reached two-week highs following significant geopolitical events in the Middle East. Major banks are set to report earnings this… The Economic Times · Oct 12
Micron Technology stock crash today: Why is MU share price at Nasdaq down on Monday? Micron Technology stock today: MU share price at Nasdaq was down on Monday. Chipmaker Micron in September forecast quarterly revenue above estimates. The Economic Times · Oct 12
3 Stocks Raise Dividends, But Which Has Room to Keep Growing? Accenture, Curtiss-Wright, and Starbucks all raised their dividends, with Starbucks' hike coming amid reports it explored acquiring Chipotle during its ongoing turnaround. MarketBeat · Oct 12
Wall Street Faces a Choppy Columbus Day as Bond Markets Shut and Inflation Fears Mount US stocks trade as usual on Columbus Day while many bond markets shut, leaving Wall Street to navigate rising yields, higher oil and key US inflation data International Business Times UK · Oct 12
Investors Are Pushing Into Tobacco Stocks as Rate Concerns Return. What That Means for Altria. Investors are pushing into tobacco stocks after the 10-year Treasury yield hit 5.36%, its highest level in 24 years, lifting Altria stock after an August dividend increase of 4.7% to $1.11 per share. Barchart · Oct 12
Wheat Showing Mixed Trade on Monday Morning Wheat is starting off Monday trade with slightly mixed trade. The wheat complex saw pressure on Friday following a bearish USDA report that saw a stocks hike. Chicago SRW contracts were 10 to 12 ½ cents in the red with December slipping 12 cents since last Friday. Open interest was... Barchart · Oct 12
The Economic Times · Oct 12 The ₹1 Crore Portfolio Problem: When Your Money Grows, Your Mistakes Get More Expensive Market corrections can influence portfolios differently depending on their size and the investor's timeline. Investors with larger portfolios need a careful approach to risk management amid market fluctuations. Those with long-term aspirations should keep funds for short-term needs separate from their growth capital. This tactic guarantees that financial commitments are…
The Economic Times · Oct 12 Market wrap: ITC, Apollo Hospital, Dr Reddy's Labs, Bajaj Auto top gainers and losers on Nifty and Sensex on Monday Indian equity markets ended lower on Monday as rising bond yields and continued FII outflows weighed on sentiment. The Nifty fell 0.70% to 22,363, while the Sensex lost 0.76% to 71,925. FMCG stocks led sectoral losses, while auto stocks gained. Dr Reddy’s and Bajaj Auto topped Nifty gainers.
MarketBeat · Oct 12 Did Promo Spending Actually Win Back Bettors for These 3 Gambling Stocks? Facing prediction-market pressure, Flutter, Las Vegas Sands, and Penn Entertainment took different promotion strategies in 2026, with mixed stock results and only Penn's marketing pullback gaining investor favor.
The Economic Times · Oct 12 Is the US stock market open today on Columbus Day? Will NYSE and Nasdaq trade? Here's the Dow Jones and S&P 500 schedule Is the US Stock Market Open on Columbus Day 2026? NYSE, Nasdaq, Dow Jones and S&P 500 trading hours - The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq remain open for regular trading sessions today, Monday, October 12, 2026. Normal trading hours run from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.…
The Economic Times · Oct 12 Holiday today, October 12: Are banks closed today, and is the stock market open on Columbus Day 2026? Full list of what's open and closed Columbus Day 2026: Monday marks Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day across the United States. Major financial institutions, including Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Citibank, keep their physical branch locations closed. The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq remain open for regular trading sessions, running from 9:30 a.m. to…
The Economic Times · Oct 12 US Stock market on Columbus day predictions: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, Russell 2000 investors eye tricky Monday on Indigenous Peoples' Day. Nvidia, Apple, Micron, AMD, Tesla other stocks to watch out today Stock market on Columbus day: Earnings season begins on Tuesday, with major US banks including Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup and JPMorgan Chase scheduled to report first.
Barchart · Oct 12 U.S. Stock Futures Mixed as Investors Await Big Bank Earnings and Inflation Data December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ26) are up +0.10%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ26) are down -0.09% this morning, signaling a subdued open on Wall Street at the start of a busy week that includes key U.S. inflation data, remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, and the…
The Economic Times · Oct 12 Michael Burry screams big market crash ahead! Why legendary investor Peter Lynch ignored such predictions Michael Burry warns that markets may be in denial over an AI bubble, while Ray Dalio sees signs of a classic bubble nearing a turning point. Peter Lynch’s investing philosophy offers a reminder to focus on businesses rather than market timing.
The Economic Times · Oct 12 Global Market: European shares rise as easing oil prices lift sentiment; earnings in focus European shares rose as banking stocks gained on easing oil prices and hopes of an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. Investors turned to corporate earnings from LVMH, ASML and EQT for fresh cues amid geopolitical uncertainty and elevated borrowing costs.
The Economic Times · Oct 12 US bull market nears four-year milestone as AI boom fuels profits, growth The US bull market is reaching its four-year milestone as AI infrastructure investments drive a 117% S&P 500 rally. However, market concentration in top tech giants, rising 10-year Treasury yields near 5.2%, and upcoming midterm election volatility pose growing risks to sustaining these record high valuations.
The Economic Times · Oct 12 Telecom stocks under fire, sink up to 13% as Elon Musk’s Starlink buys spectrum from Grain Management SpaceX’s move to acquire low-band spectrum licences has intensified concerns about disruption in the US telecom industry, sending shares of Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile lower. The company plans to combine satellite connectivity with terrestrial infrastructure to expand Starlink Mobile coverage. The deal, alongside regulatory approval for its next-generation satellite constellation,…