Financial Summary: Monday, December 29, 2025

Indian banks are calling on the Reserve Bank of India to extend loan relief measures for exporters facing global trade challenges.

The Indian finance ministry is reviewing the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana's crop insurance model due to declining premium collections.

India's household gold reserves have surpassed $5 trillion, reflecting its cultural importance and exceeding the nation's GDP.

The Defence Acquisition Council is set to review military proposals worth Rs 80,000 crore to enhance domestic manufacturing.

AI start-ups have raised a record $150 billion in funding, raising concerns about a potential market bubble as investment conditions tighten.

Data center developers are innovating with energy-efficient designs and exploring off-planet server locations amid the ongoing energy crisis.

Analysts predict AMD could become a leading AI stock by 2026, driven by advancements in AI technology and rising market demand.

QUALCOMM is expanding its AI data center footprint, demonstrating a strong commitment to AI technology and infrastructure.

Salesforce is being highlighted as a potentially undervalued tech giant, attracting investor interest for growth opportunities.

Barclays has validated Pony AI's commercial technology but warns of regulatory and scaling challenges ahead.

Stagwell has launched NewVoices.ai, aiming to revolutionize enterprise sales with autonomous AI agents.

Veritone and Armada have partnered to introduce the first Edge-to-Enterprise AI Data Fabric in the industry.

Nvidia has an important event scheduled for March 16, drawing attention from investors and tech enthusiasts.

Japan's Nikkei 225 index is set for a positive start, reflecting optimism in Asian markets.

MMTC shares surged over 10% as gold and silver prices reached record highs, indicating bullish market sentiment.

Indian railway stocks have rebounded significantly, adding Rs 66,500 crore in market value in just five days.

European shares hit a record high as trading resumed post-holiday, led by gains in basic resources stocks.

US stocks slid as Nvidia and Tesla shares fell, marking a downturn to start the final week of 2025.

Investor Vijay Kedia acquired 1.38 lakh shares of Mangalam Drugs, betting on a microcap that has seen a 70% decline over the past year.

Coforge announces a $2.35 billion acquisition of AI firm Encora to enhance its AI capabilities and aims for $2 billion in annual revenues by 2027.

Coupang plans to compensate $1.1 billion to users affected by a data breach, offering purchase vouchers as part of the settlement.

Vedanta shares surged over 2% to a 52-week high, driven by rising silver prices and strong performance in Hindustan Zinc.

Titan Company launched its first lab-grown diamond store under the brand 'beYon' in Mumbai, boosting its market presence.

Ola Electric scales up deliveries of its scooters powered by the new Bharat Cell battery across four states, enhancing its market reach.

DigitalBridge shares surged by 50% following reports that SoftBank is in advanced talks to acquire the data center investment firm.

General Motors reported its best stock performance since 2009, outperforming competitors like Tesla and Ford.

Morgan Stanley upgraded UiPath following a strong earnings report, highlighting its profitability milestone.

US President Trump reports progress in peace talks between Ukraine and Russia following discussions with President Zelenskyy.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy requests a 50-year security guarantee from the US to counter Russian threats.

China conducts military drills around Taiwan, named 'Justice Mission 2025', in response to a significant arms sale to Taipei.

President Trump confirms a US strike on a drug loading terminal in Venezuela, targeting boats in the dock area.

During a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, President Trump threatens military action against Iran if they pursue weapon development.

China's Digital Yuan will become interest-bearing under a new framework set to be implemented in 2026.

Electricity prices are set to rise, affecting consumers and businesses due to increasing energy costs.

Experts warn of potential changes to the Social Security program by 2026, advising individuals to prepare.

Experts recommend strategies to manage end-of-year work stress, emphasizing the importance of celebrating small wins.

American parents are increasingly concerned about social media and screen time for their children, calling for reduced exposure.