CORPORATE NEWS: The Economic Times Markets Watch Newsletter


	Dated:01 January,2009

Top Headlines

Nifty closes above 3000; realty, metals surge

It was an optimistic start to the New Year as benchmarks ended above psychological resistance levels.

Speculation of Ambani reunion in 2009 heartens investors

It is not just wishful thinking. Many wellwishers in the govt and the polity too are advising the brothers against prolonging their fight.

Foreign investors may start buying shares after vacation

A look into the trading pattern of depository receipts listed in overseas exchanges reveals that investors are buying (DRs of) Indian cos in sizeable quantities.

Views on Stocks/Markets

2009: Year for long term investors

Nifty to trade between 3,250 & 4,300 in 2009: Bonanza

Indian Oil Corp downgraded to 'BB+' on weak liquidity

IPO/Global Markets

Nissan Copper IPO: Investors barred

Bear-stricken Wall Street bets on 2009

World stocks eye recovery in 2009

Rupee / Gold

Gold up in first trading of 2009

Gold imports fall 47% in 2008

Rupee closes down at 48.79/81

More 'Market' News

Investing in 2009: A note from experts
After a year of blood bath on Dalal Street, 2009 holds a lot of expectations for browbeaten investors.

Markets: Blood, Sweat & Cheers 2009
Bankers no longer fuss about issue size. All kinds of promoters are now welcome. Personal attention is guaranteed for even a Rs 100-crore issue!

Promoters spend big on buyback of own shares
With share prices having fallen sharply during the year, promoters of many companies were able to raise their stakes cheaply.