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Stock Market Update: Christmas Pause in Indian and US Markets

On the heels of Christmas, both Indian and US stock markets took a breather, closing their doors for the day. While traders and investors enjoyed the festive break, other Asian markets witnessed varied performances.

Asian Markets: A Mixed Bag

Japan, China, and Taiwan celebrated positive closures, painting their markets green with gains. In contrast, Hong Kong and South Korea ended the day in the red.

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) Make Historic Investments in Indian Equity Markets

In a remarkable turn, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) poured over Rs 57,300 crores into the Indian equity markets by December 22, marking the highest monthly investment on record. This substantial influx propelled the total FPI investment for the year beyond Rs 1.62 lakh crores.

Agriculture Exports Insight: 5 Products Dominate

According to the Global Trade Research and Intelligence (GTRI), five key products—basmati rice, non-basmati rice, sugar, spices, and oil meals—comprise a significant 51.5% of India’s total agriculture exports.

Stocks in Focus

Several stocks made headlines, showcasing diverse developments in the market:

1. Embassy Office Parks REIT: Entities linked to the Blackstone Group sold a noteworthy 23.6% stake in the Embassy Office Parks REIT at Rs 316 per share, culminating in a total transaction value of Rs 7,065 crores.
2. One97 Communications: The company is set to implement AI-led changes with the aim of trimming employee costs by 10-15%.
3. Adani Green: Secured a substantial power purchase agreement with the Solar Energy Corporation of India for 1,799 MW of solar power.
4. RBL Bank: Yogesh Dayal, the RBI-appointed additional director, completed his 2-year term at RBL Bank.

Currency and Indices Snapshot

Here’s a quick glance at the latest currency exchange rates and major index performances:

1. Gold and Silver: Holiday closures.
2. USD-INR: ₹83.16 per USD, down by 0.13%.
3. Dow Jones: 37,385.97, a minor dip of 0.05%.
4. Nasdaq: 14,992.97, showing a decrease of 0.19%.

Long-Term Returns: A Two-Decade Perspective

Reviewing the past 20 years, the long-term returns of key indices are as follows:

1. Sensex and Nifty: Holiday closures.
2. Dow Jones: Demonstrates an annual growth of 6.64%.
3. Nasdaq: Boasts a robust annual growth of 10.72%.

The stock market landscape remains dynamic, with notable investments, strategic shifts, and market performances shaping the financial landscape as we approach the close of the year.

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