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Global Markets & Equities 06 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Democratic Sweep Puts Crypto Industry on Defensive in Washington

A Democratic sweep in the latest U.S. election cycle is forcing the crypto industry to reassess its Washington playbook, with investors and lobbyists bracing for a tougher regulatory climate. Bitcoin weakened as markets priced in the possibility that lawmakers will be less receptive to industry-backed legislation on token rules, market structure and broader digital asset policy.

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Global Markets & Equities08 Oct 2026, 09:28 AM IST

Third-Quarter Earnings Season Could Push the S&P 500 Higher as Profit Growth Accelerates

Third-quarter earnings season begins this week with investors looking for confirmation that corporate America can deliver the blockbuster profits already priced into the market. If results broadly beat expectations, the S&P 500 could gain another leg higher even as valuations remain elevated and policy uncertainty lingers. The reporting period arrives at a critical moment for global markets, with central bank caution, resilient consumer demand, and easing cost pressures all feeding expectations for stronger margins. The key question is whether earnings can justify the index’s recent advance and extend the rally into year-end.

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Persian Gulf Oil Exports Rebound to 72% of Prewar Levels as Washington Says Iran Is Running Out of Options

Oil shipments from the Persian Gulf have climbed back to roughly 72% of their prewar level, signaling that maritime pressure in and around the Strait of Hormuz is easing even as tensions remain elevated. U.S. officials say Iran is increasingly constrained by the blockade and broader disruption, arguing that Tehran cannot sustain the current posture indefinitely.

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Persian Gulf Oil Exports Rebound to 72% of Prewar Levels as Washington Says Iran Is Running Out of Options

Oil shipments from the Persian Gulf have recovered to roughly 72% of prewar levels, according to market reporting cited in U.S. coverage, signaling that the region’s energy arteries are functioning more effectively despite months of geopolitical strain. Washington says Iran is increasingly “exhausted” by the blockade pressure and mounting economic costs, suggesting Tehran’s leverage over the Strait of Hormuz is weakening even as the broader standoff remains unresolved.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (07:33 AM IST)

Quant Token Jumps After Clearing House Chooses Its Tech for Tokenized Bank Payments

Quant's QNT token surged after The Clearing House selected the company's technology to support a tokenized deposit network for bank payments, a development that places the blockchain infrastructure firm closer to mainstream financial plumbing. The move underscores growing institutional interest in tokenized money and could strengthen Quant's standing in the race to connect traditional banking rails with digital asset infrastructure.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition27 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Bacteria Found to Build Conductive Metal–Organic Frameworks, Opening a New Route for Clean-Energy Materials

Scientists have discovered that bacteria can synthesise metal–organic frameworks, or MOFs, with unusually high electrical conductivity, a finding that could reshape how advanced materials are made for energy storage, sensing and climate technologies. The work points to a biologically driven manufacturing route that may be cleaner, cheaper and more scalable than conventional chemical synthesis.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning27 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Anthropic IPO Could Deliver a Major Fee Windfall to Wall Street Banks

Anthropic’s potential initial public offering is shaping up as a lucrative mandate battle for Wall Street, with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley among the banks positioned to capture sizable underwriting and advisory fees. While the AI company is not expected to generate blockbuster profits in the near term, its market debut could still reward the firms that secure lead roles in one of the most closely watched listings in technology.

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India Entertainment & Culture27 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ Crosses ₹500 Crore in First Week, Setting a New Tamil Cinema Benchmark

Rajinikanth’s 'Jailer 2' has breached the ₹500-crore global box office mark within its first week, according to producer Sun Pictures, marking what the banner says is the highest-grossing opening week in the history of Tamil cinema. The milestone underscores the continuing commercial dominance of the superstar and the expanding reach of Tamil-language tentpoles across India and overseas markets.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy27 Oct 2026, 04:34 PM IST

Cyclone Arnab: Andhra Pradesh Residents Can Report Emergencies via Mana Mitra WhatsApp Service

As Cyclone Arnab disrupts normal life across parts of Andhra Pradesh, authorities have urged affected residents to report emergencies through the Mana Mitra WhatsApp service by sending “Hi” to 9552300009. The digital channel is being used to flag power outages, fallen trees, collapsed walls, waterlogging and other cyclone-related hazards, aiming to speed up response and improve coordination on the ground.

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