Financial Summary: Thursday, September 18, 2025

India's insurance regulator has mandated that insurers must pass on GST reductions on life and health insurance premiums to customers, enhancing affordability.

Indian defence stocks are experiencing significant growth in 2025, with companies like Apollo Micro Systems and Axiscades Technologies leading military modernization efforts.

Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey emphasizes the need to accelerate the monetisation of government-held assets in sectors like railways and roads to attract investor funding.

Adani Group received a clean chit from the Indian regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board, regarding fraud allegations from a 2023 report by a US short seller.

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point, leading to record highs in U.S. stocks and a positive response in tech shares.

Airfloa Rail Technology's IPO debuted with a remarkable 121% premium, showcasing strong investor interest.

Urban Company shares surged 58% on their first trading day, indicating a strong market debut.

Japan's Nikkei index reached a new intraday record high, driven by gains in technology stocks.

Bitcoin rallied to $117,484 after the U.S. Fed's rate cut, indicating potential upward momentum in the crypto market.

U.S. stock markets rose, with the Dow gaining 200 points, as Nvidia's investment in Intel boosts investor confidence.

Intel shares soared after Nvidia announced a $5 billion investment, marking Intel's best day since 1987.

ABC has indefinitely suspended 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' following controversial remarks made by Kimmel regarding Charlie Kirk and a murder case.

President Trump commended ABC for suspending Jimmy Kimmel, citing concerns over misleading comments related to Charlie Kirk's alleged killer.

Over 250 organizations and attorneys general are opposing a proposed regulation from the Trump era that would limit eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

A recent study shows that more than half of Gen Z individuals are pursuing side hustles as traditional 9-to-5 jobs become less popular.

Mark Zuckerberg has launched the $799 Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses, advancing consumer-ready wearable technology.

Google has rolled out its Gemini AI feature to all Chrome users, enhancing search capabilities amid growing AI competition.

SoundHound AI's stock has risen following a recent acquisition, indicating positive market sentiment towards AI companies.

Startup Beewise has unveiled a robotic beehive that uses AI to protect bee populations from climate change effects.

Donald Trump concludes his state visit to the UK, meeting with King Charles and opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer.

China's central bank maintains its key interest rate, diverging from recent cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

The Expat Insider 2025 survey reveals the top countries for expats, notably excluding the U.S. from the top 20.

The White House indicates potential changes to free speech policies following a violent incident linked to 'hateful' rhetoric.

The murder of Charlie Kirk sparks a national debate on free speech and highlights perceived Republican hypocrisy.

Donald Trump requests the US Supreme Court to allow him to dismiss Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns about central bank independence.

President Trump expresses support for suspending Jimmy Kimmel's show, raising concerns about media freedom.

Netskope's IPO priced at $19, achieving a valuation of $7.3 billion and marking a revival in the IPO market.

Spirit Airlines is reducing its November flight schedule by 25% and preparing for job cuts amid financial difficulties.

Hyundai Motor India's shares reached a record high following a new wage agreement with employees.

Biocon shares rose after receiving U.S. FDA approval for two osteoporosis biosimilars, strengthening its market position.

Nvidia's $5 billion investment in Intel resulted in a 30% surge in Intel's stock, highlighting strong market confidence.

Deliveroo CEO Will Shu announced his resignation following the company's acquisition by DoorDash.

FedEx reported better-than-expected earnings for its first fiscal quarter, leading to a rise in its stock price.

CrowdStrike's stock jumped nearly 13% after strong long-term guidance and plans to acquire AI security firm Pangea.

Microsoft plans to invest $4 billion in a new data center in Wisconsin to support growing AI computing needs.

YES Securities initiated coverage on Waaree Energies and Premier Energies with 'Buy' ratings, emphasizing India's solar market potential.