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HDFC Bank faces renewed selling pressure as the stock slides amid a wider market dip. With bearish technical signals and a downgrade to Sell, the near term market mood remains cautious, keeping investors on edge for the next move.

HDFC Bank extends a five-day slide as markets stay choppy. While near-term pressures persist, the longer-term setup remains a point of interest for investors watching the stock’s next moves.

Inflation cooled in January, with prices up 0.2% and the annual rate sliding to 2.4%. Core inflation held at 2.5% as the job market strengthens and tariff effects ripple through select items, signaling a cautiously improving economy.

Markets are bracing for tomorrow’s CPI, looking for clues on inflation’s path and the Fed’s 2026 rate trajectory. With mixed data and tariff effects still echoing through prices, the report could shift expectations in surprising ways.

Markets start Friday on a cautious note as traders await January CPI data for hints on the Fed’s next move. After a tech-led pullback sparked by AI fears, a few early movers—like Applied Materials and Rivian—are drawing interest, while Moderna gears up to report amid recent volatility.

Apple stock slips as investors rebalance away from mega-cap tech and redirect toward other sectors. With AI spending questions in the air and leadership shifting, Apple’s path looks notably fluid.

AI-driven moves are shaking the market, lifting hardware leaders even as major indices slip. A look at sector dynamics, volatility, and what the AI revolution could mean for investors in the weeks ahead.

CBRE posted solid core earnings and double-digit revenue growth, but a modest revenue miss sent shares lower as investors weigh inflation jitters and AI-driven disruption in commercial real estate. The company is leaning on its data-center bets to diversify beyond traditional office holdings. Management’s 2026 outlook signals optimism, even as market uncertainty lingers.

DraftKings navigates a reshaped betting world where prediction markets steal some of the spotlight. With a mixed earnings picture and ambitious 2025 goals, the playbook for online sportsbooks looks more complex—and potentially more rewarding—than it did a few months ago.

Rivian’s steep stock decline has sparked a debate: is this reset the price of a bold bet in a developing EV world? With shifting government incentives and rival strategies in flux, the coming years could redefine its path. Could policy changes and a leaner field create an unexpected opening for the company to reshape its…

Cisco’s latest earnings highlight a margin squeeze driven by rising memory costs, even as revenue and earnings beat estimates. Management points to pricing moves and renegotiated contracts as cushions, leaning on scale to weather the headwinds. The move mirrors a broader tech trend where costs bite into profits, even as growth remains in sight.

AST SpaceMobile is pursuing a bold capital plan to speed up its satellite network expansion while addressing debt. A major convertible offering paired with a strategic buyback signals a pivotal moment for the company’s ambitious space rollout.

KeyBank is expanding its middle-market capabilities with a five-member family office and private capital team led by Ward Nixon, signaling a more integrated approach for multi-generational owners. As profitability and capital strategy stay in focus, the move raises questions about KeyCorp’s strategic positioning in a evolving market landscape.

Vertiv sparked a day of brisk trading as brokerages recalibrate their outlooks and big investors adjust stakes. A modest dividend upgrade and notable insider moves add layers to a story of renewed momentum for the data-center infrastructure leader.

Big tax reforms could bring sizable refunds for many households, but a new IRS rule may slow payments unless you provide bank details for direct deposit. The shift toward electronic refunds promises faster, more secure processing—with online IRS accounts and alternative payment options for those without traditional bank accounts.

Grassroots savings meet AI-powered platforms in a fast-evolving fintech landscape. Across Nigeria and India, innovative partnerships are reshaping access to financial services and hinting at a more inclusive, interconnected global ecosystem.

Big changes are shaping the next tax filing season: a leaner IRS, a shift toward direct deposit for refunds, and a new senior deduction that could trim Social Security taxes. From free filing options to faster refunds and handy tracking tools, here’s what to expect this year.

MIDASX posts its strongest quarter yet, with 30% revenue growth and break-even SaaS as it scales an AI-powered fintech ecosystem. Expansion across divisions, a growing network of IFAs, and a new multi-asset marketplace signal a turning point for India’s financial distribution landscape.

Iconic outdoors brand Eddie Bauer confronts another Chapter 11 filing as sales slip and stores shrink. Most locations remain open as the company maps a restructuring path through a rapidly changing retail landscape.

Trading never sleeps: TradFi futures linked to gold, silver, and more are rolling out on crypto-backed infrastructure, enabling 24/7 price discovery. Phemex is at the forefront, offering USDT-settled futures that blend traditional markets with digital assets, reshaping risk and access for global traders. A more interconnected financial landscape where conventional hours fade into the background…

Oracle rides a wave of renewed AI optimism, with talk of big funding and a pivotal hosting deal reshaping the risk-reward. The evolving OpenAI storyline hints at upside ahead—leaving investors guessing what comes next.