Financial Summary: Thursday, November 27, 2025

Australia's consumer inflation rose to 3.8% in October, the highest in seven months, driven by increasing housing costs.

Russia is considering a revised U.S.-brokered peace plan for Ukraine, with President Putin indicating readiness for serious negotiations.

French authorities arrested four individuals, including two Russians, on espionage charges related to sensitive economic data.

A devastating fire in Hong Kong has claimed 55 lives, marking the city's deadliest fire since 1948.

The UK government announced a significant tax increase on private jet passengers and is set to raise fuel duty for the first time in over 15 years.

The US National Guard shooting suspect, previously involved in military operations in Afghanistan, is under investigation as two victims remain critically injured.

Rachel Reeves has introduced new budget measures focused on fiscal responsibility and economic growth.

Disney's 'Zootopia 2' and Universal's 'Wicked: For Good' are expected to lead the Thanksgiving box office with lower projections than last year.

Financial experts recommend millennials adopt positive money habits from boomers while avoiding their negative practices.

Ramit Sethi criticizes tax cuts for the wealthy, claiming they do not effectively stimulate job creation.

Individuals turning 62 in 2026 should prepare for significant changes in Social Security benefits and retirement planning.

Schools and councils are raising concerns over rising costs of special needs support, calling for reforms.

Medicare Part B premiums are set to increase to $202.90 next year, impacting Social Security's cost-of-living adjustments.

At 88, Morgan Freeman shares insights on longevity and success, emphasizing the importance of staying active.

Financial experts outline five essential steps for effective retirement preparation.

A financial guide discusses strategies for utilizing $500K in savings for children's college, family support, and retirement security.

Asia-Pacific markets are set to rise following Wall Street gains, driven by expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut next month.

Indian benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex reached new all-time highs, fueled by optimism over a potential U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut.

Reliance Industries' market valuation hit Rs 21 lakh crore as its stock reached a 52-week high, reflecting strong investor confidence.

JP Morgan forecasts a significant drop in crude oil prices to $30 by FY27, which could positively impact India's import bill.

Retail investors in India are exiting the secondary market, selling off Rs 4,729 crore as they shift focus to a booming IPO market.

The Nifty50 index reached a record high of 26,310.45, driven by strong buying in financial and IT stocks.

Twelve small-cap stocks have surged over 50% in three months, indicating strong momentum in the small-cap sector.

The Nifty Infrastructure Index has significantly outperformed the Nifty 50, driven by a multi-year capex boom in India.

Seven midcap stocks, including Ashok Leyland, reached 52-week highs, indicating strong bullish momentum in the market.

The 'Anti-Mag 7' ETF has gained 12%, showing strong performance amid market fluctuations and investor interest.

Google is intensifying its competition with Nvidia in the AI hardware market, marking a significant shift in the tech landscape.

Nvidia's Q3 earnings reflect the booming AI sector, although concerns about the sustainability of investments linger.

Apple's iPhone shipments are set to surpass Samsung's for the first time in 14 years, driven by the successful iPhone 17 launch.

A new MIT study suggests that AI could replace 11.7% of U.S. jobs, particularly impacting the finance and healthcare sectors.

Microsoft's CEO expresses concerns over resource limitations for AI development, while OpenAI's leader warns of potential disruptions from cheap energy.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin cautions about the uneven growth of Ethereum due to fluctuating gas prices.

Investor Michael Burry raises alarms that major tech companies may be inflating AI profit projections, suggesting possible market manipulation.

Elliott Investment Management's $6 billion bid for Citgo has been approved by a federal judge, advancing the acquisition process.

HP Inc shares fell after announcing layoffs and weak guidance due to U.S. trade regulations impacting costs.

Dell reported a revenue miss but provided a strong forecast, driven by increasing sales in AI infrastructure.

General Motors is restructuring its software product division, resulting in the exit of a third high-profile tech leader.

Alphabet is on track to achieve a $4 trillion market valuation, bolstered by its focus on artificial intelligence.

Federal Bank's shares surged 27% following a significant investment from Blackstone, indicating growth potential.

Amazon is under FAA investigation after a delivery drone incident in Texas, amid rising competition from Walmart.

Tata Motors shares rose 3% after unveiling the 2025 Sierra SUV, targeting the mid-size SUV market.

Infosys' Rs 18,000 crore share buyback program closes today, with significant tax implications for investors.

Maruti Suzuki has gained 47% year-to-date, marking a strong recovery after years of underperformance in the auto sector.

ABN Amro plans to cut 5,200 jobs by 2028 as part of a cost-reduction strategy.

SoftBank has sold its entire stake in Nvidia, raising questions about its investment strategy and market outlook.

Boeing's stock rose following new Pentagon contracts, marking a positive turn after a prolonged decline.

Tesla's stock is on the rise as the company prepares to double its Robo-Taxi fleet.

Ashok Leyland shares hit a 52-week high after announcing a merger of its finance arm with NDL Ventures, effective April 2026.

Patel Engineering's stock surged 10% after securing a Rs 798 crore coal excavation order from South Eastern Coalfields Limited.

Wipro announced a strategic alliance with IISc to advance research in frontier technologies, potentially boosting its innovation capabilities.

Paytm's subsidiary received RBI approval to operate as a Payment Aggregator, expected to enhance its growth in the payments sector.

Eternal invested Rs 600 crore into Blinkit, supporting its expansion despite ongoing losses, bringing total investments to Rs 2,600 crore in 2025.

Studds Accessories reported an 18% YoY profit increase to Rs 20.6 crore, reflecting strong demand in its first earnings post-listing.

Havells India approved a 26% stake acquisition in a solar SPV, aiming to reduce fossil fuel reliance and lower power costs.

CarTrade Tech shares dropped 5% after the collapse of acquisition talks with Girnar Software for CarDekho and BikeDekho.

JPMorgan announced plans to build a new office tower in Canary Wharf, signaling confidence in the UK market.

Puma's shares surged 13% amid reports that China's Anta Sports is interested in acquiring the sportswear brand.

Suzlon Energy's stock fell 12% in 2025 despite strong quarterly performance, as institutional investors reduced their stakes.

URBN reported record Q3 sales and income, attributed to its diversified strategy.

Abercrombie & Fitch achieved record Q3 sales, driven by its Hollister brand, despite challenges in the APAC region.

Shares in UK gambling companies fell following budget announcements that could impact profits and jobs.

Motilal Oswal Alternates has launched its first private credit fund, targeting mid-market corporates seeking flexible growth capital.

Morgan Stanley has been fined 101 million euros by Dutch prosecutors for tax evasion.

fuboTV shares dropped following the termination of its deal with NBCUniversal.

CNH Industrial's stock is nearing a 52-week low amid market pressures.

Deere & Company shares fell due to a cautious outlook amid potential tariff threats.

Nutanix's stock plummeted 17.7% following a bleak outlook, raising concerns among investors.

The SEC is investigating Jefferies for potential lack of transparency regarding its exposure to the collapsed First Brands auto business.

Ford has lost a $300 million fraud case in California, marking a significant legal setback for the automaker.

Goldman Sachs has revised its stock price target for Broadcom, indicating a strategic shift in its investment outlook.

Coinbase is set to launch new products in December, including a prediction market, as part of its expansion strategy.

A private equity-style fund has invested $15.7 million in Harrow, capitalizing on a 45% revenue increase.

The Trump Organization plans to crowdfund a Maldives resort project in partnership with a Saudi investor using digital tokens.

India's commercial sector credit has surged 24% year-to-date, reaching ₹20 lakh crore, driven by lower lending rates and increased investment activity.

The Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 aims to reform industrial power tariffs by eliminating cross-subsidies to enhance profitability in energy-intensive sectors.

India's wedding season is expected to generate Rs 6.5 lakh crore in spending, significantly boosting the fashion and jewellery industries.

Sebi has relaxed educational qualification requirements for investment advisers and research analysts, broadening the applicant pool.

Apple is challenging India's antitrust penalty law, facing a potential fine of $38 billion.

India's REIT market is projected to grow from ₹1.6 lakh crore to ₹10.8 lakh crore by 2029, driven by strong demand in office and retail sectors.