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What The US Midterm Result Actually Means For Indian Markets

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In this episode of Markets Today, we decode 3 big stories — Democrats’ victory in the US midterms and its impact on India, the shift towards premium liquor, and whether Jio’s listing has unlocked value for Reliance. We look at what could change for Indian exporters and H-1B workers, why premium spirits are gaining ground, and how Jio’s valuation has narrowed Reliance’s holding company discount.

In this episode of Markets Today, we decode 3 big stories — Democrats sweeping Congress and what it means for India, India's liquor market going premium, and whether Jio's listing has unlocked value for Reliance.

Trump's Midterm Setback — India Impact Democrats won both chambers. 69.9% of 2025 H-1B approvals went to Indians, but the $100,000 fee won't be reversed automatically. Tariffs unlikely to fall soon. Sensex and Nifty down ~12% this year.

India's Liquor Market Goes Premium United Spirits' popular segment fell 22.7% while prestige and above grew 6.3%. Radico's premium volumes up 36%, United Breweries' premium beer up 38%. Gen Z and women are driving the shift.

Has Jio's Listing Unlocked Reliance Value? Jio valued at ₹13.5 lakh crore, Reliance holds 65%. Holding company discount narrowed from ~30% to 20-25%. Reliance market cap rose from ₹16.15 to ₹17.5 lakh crore.

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