Systematic investment plan contributions hit an all-time high of ₹29,361 crore in October, underscoring deepening retail participation despite bouts of equity volatility. Industry AUM reached ₹75.61 lakh crore, aided by inflows into equity schemes and robust traction in gold ETFs, which saw record subscriptions amid global uncertainty.

India and the United States are advancing bilateral trade discussions that could reach a milestone by late November, according to policymakers tracking the agenda. Negotiators are focused on export growth, tariff frictions, and standards alignment to unlock investment and supply-chain diversification.