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US stock markets fell on October 8, 2026, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and NASDAQ all ending lower. Rising bond yields and weak banking stocks influenced investor sentiment. Technology stocks mostly declined, while some companies reported positive earnings.
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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is set to announce its Q2FY27 results with expected single-digit growth in revenue and net profit. Key areas include AI business performance, deal wins, margin trends, and an interim dividend announcement.
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India Inc's Q2 FY27 earnings season begins with companies like TCS, Tata Power, Jubilant FoodWorks, and PC Jeweller announcing results. Key updates include new product launches, revenue growth, and strategic partnerships across sectors.
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Maharashtra government approves 10 new BSc Nursing colleges and expands seats in 13 existing ones to meet growing demand for trained nurses and improve healthcare services, especially in rural areas. Total funding approved is Rs 558.71 crore.
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NIFTY50 futures indicate a cautious start on October 8 as Q2 earnings, bond yields, and crude oil prices influence market sentiment. Key resistance and support levels suggest a range-bound trade for the index.
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Indian stock markets are expected to open slightly lower on October 8 due to weak global cues, foreign investor selling, and rising oil prices. Key factors include RBI's rate hike, elevated US Treasury yields, and subdued Asian market performance.
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The Reserve Bank of India increased the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%, prompting several banks including PNB and Bank of Baroda to raise their lending rates starting October 8, making loans more expensive.
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On October 8, 2026, at least 18 companies including TCS, Anand Rathi Wealth, GM Breweries, and Canara HSBC Life will announce their Q2 earnings. Key sectors such as IT, renewable energy, and finance will report their latest financial results and dividend decisions.
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US stock futures for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq indicate a gap-down open on October 7, 2026, as investors react to rising US Treasury yields, rebounding crude oil prices, and global market uncertainties.
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Jubilant FoodWorks achieved nearly 12% growth in revenue from operations in Q2 FY27, expanding its store network and showing steady performance in Domino's India and Eurasia segments. The company’s shares rose 2.41% on the National Stock Exchange.
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The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) ruled in favor of Varma, who moved ₹11.34 crore through bank accounts as a Business Correspondent Agent. The tribunal emphasized the importance of maintaining agency agreements and commission records to clarify cash transactions and avoid unexplained income additions.
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Ola Electric Mobility's board approved a ₹1,000 crore fundraising through a rights issue of 37.03 crore partly paid-up equity shares. The issue opens on October 22, 2026, with a record date of October 13, 2026, allowing shareholders to participate and support the company's growth plans.
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Despite the RBI's recent interest rate hike, vehicle sales in India show little change. Factors like sticker prices, aspirations, and replacement demand play a bigger role in long-term vehicle demand than interest rate fluctuations.
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US stock markets retreated from record highs as crude oil prices surged above $100 per barrel and Treasury yields climbed. The Dow Jones dropped over 550 points, and the NASDAQ 100 fell nearly 1%, driven by uncertainty in energy markets and higher interest rates.
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TCS will announce its Q2 FY27 results on October 8. Investors should focus on revenue growth, order book quality, AI revenues, margins, and management commentary amid sector challenges and recent Tata Sons developments.
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The RBI increased the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%, impacting gold prices and gold loan rates. This article explains how the rate hike affects investors and borrowers, including changes in loan-to-value ratios and loan costs.
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Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) will announce its Q2 FY27 earnings on October 28, 2026. The company faces ongoing commodity volatility and inflationary pressures, with shares down 20% year-to-date. Learn key financial details and what to expect from the results.
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On October 7, the BSE SENSEX dropped 429 points while the NIFTY fell 173 points amid RBI's policy shift and global pressures. Titan and Adani Enterprises were top losers, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Bharti Airtel led gains.
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