As Dalal Street braces for a pivotal week, key earnings reports and the impending US Federal Reserve interest rate decision are grabbing attention. Investors are eagerly anticipating the September industrial production and manufacturing figures, set to be released on October 28. Moreover, Jio Platforms' stock market entry promises to sway investor sentiment.

Five IPOs to hit Dalal Street next week, targeting nearly Rs 2,600 cr from investors
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/five-ipos-to-hit-dalal-street-next-week-targeting-nearly-rs-2600-crore-from-investors/articleshow/135186247.cms

Between October 26 and October 29, five companies will debut their initial public offerings, aiming to raise an impressive Rs 2,600 crore from the primary market. These firms—EAAA India Alternatives, SFC Environmental Technologies, M K Sons Fine Jewels, BLS Polymers, and Bombay Coated and Special Steels—will utilize the capital for business expansion, working capital augmentation, and settling debts. More companies are gearing up for IPO launches set for November 5.

Banks pass on rate hikes, but go slow when rates fall; RBI study finds
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/banks-pass-on-rate-hikes-but-go-slow-when-rates-fall/articleshow/135197546.cms

A recent study by the RBI indicates that banks are more responsive to interest rate hikes than to cuts. Specifically, banks relayed 76.4% of repo rate increases, while only 64% of reductions were passed on. Amid periods of tightening, lending rates surged significantly, in contrast to the minimal decreases observed during easing. This research highlights the intricate dynamics of interest rate adjustments, particularly affecting sectors like MSMEs.

Keeping all data centres sovereign, says RBI governor
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/keeping-all-data-centres-sovereign-says-rbi-governor/articleshow/135197590.cms

West Asia crisis: Government ready with energy, fertiliser stocks
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/west-asia-crisis-government-ready-with-energy-fertiliser-stocks/articleshow/135199400.cms

Dalal Street braces for volatile week
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/dalal-street-braces-for-volatile-week/articleshow/135199462.cms

Deadlines to file annual statements, returns extended
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/deadlines-to-file-annual-statements-returns-extended/articleshow/135199638.cms

Stock market today: GIFT Nifty signals muted start for Dalal Street
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/sensex-stock-market-today-26-october-2026-live-updates-nse-bse-gift-nifty-50-top-gainers-losers-mcx-stocks-in-focus-market-news/liveblog/135201418.cms

Gold, Silver rate today: Gold hovers near three-month low ahead of Fed policy meeting
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/gold-silver-rate-today-live-updates-18k-22-carat-24k-gold-price-10g-silver-cost-per-kg-mcx-comex-etf-stock-precious-metal-gold-prediction-city-wise-cost-latest-gold-news/liveblog/135201584.cms