Industry Trends

Sebi developing AI-driven tool to analyse cyber safety at entities

Sebi is developing an AI-powered tool to analyze the cyber safety preparedness of regulated entities, aiming to strengthen risk-based supervision. Additionally, a working group is being formed to create a technology roadmap for market infrastructure institutions, ensuring innovation enhances market integrity.

Industry Trends

Rupee down 22 paise to 90.20/dollar amid disappointing macro data

The Indian rupee depreciated by 22 paise to settle at 90.20 against the US dollar on Friday. This decline was attributed to disappointing macroeconomic data, foreign fund outflows, and strong dollar demand from importers. However, weak crude prices and a surge in domestic equities provided some support.

Industry Trends

Can Nifty sustain its momentum after scaling fresh all-time highs?

Indian benchmark indices, Nifty50 and Sensex, closed at record highs on Friday, marking their best weekly gains in seven weeks. This surge followed a period of range-bound trading, with analysts predicting further upward movement. Market participants anticipate significant gains for both indices in 2026, despite a cautious VIX.

Industry Trends

LIC launches special campaign to revive lapsed policies

LIC has launched a two-month campaign from January 1 to March 2, 2026, to revive lapsed individual policies. The drive offers up to a 30% concession on late fees for non-linked policies, capped at Rs 5,000, and a 100% waiver for micro insurance. This initiative aims to help policyholders restore their insurance cover.

Industry Trends

Copper, ‘gold standard’ for some appliances, surges to Rs 1,300/kg

Copper prices have surged to record highs, impacting the cost of household products like air conditioners, bathware, and kitchen utensils. Companies in the durables, cookware, and bathware sectors are planning price increases of 5-8% to offset rising commodity costs. This surge is attributed to factors including declining interest rates, a weaker dollar, and improved economic growth expectations for China.

Industry Trends

Sensex & sensibility: Trading ring to AI, Dalal Street darling has seen it all

Sebi is leveraging AI-driven tools to enhance regulatory compliance and surveillance, including a new system to assess cybersecurity preparedness. The market regulator's AI initiatives, such as Sebi Sudarshan, aim to monitor unauthorized digital activities and analyze corporate sentiment. This development underscores Sebi's commitment to strengthening risk-based supervision within the Indian securities market.