Higher-than-expected government borrowing may keep bond yields firm, impacting banks' treasury portfolios. However, PSU banks are better positioned to handle volatility due to stronger balance sheets and credit growth, cushioning earnings against treasury swings through FY27.

Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rallied in the early market session on Wednesday as investors focused on January payroll data and 4.3% unemployment figure. However, the US stocks dropped after the initial rally — Here's what you need to know.

Gold and silver prices remained stable despite a positive US jobs report that raised economic optimism. January saw 130,000 jobs added, surpassing expectations. 

Investors turn to margin trade funding offered by brokers to boost exposure to gold and silver amid rangebound equity markets and geopolitical uncertainties.

IIFL Finance plans its largest public bond issue worth ₹2,000 crore, with maturities of two, three, and five years, amid plans to diversify funding sources.