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Stock Market Live Updates 23 Dec 2025: Stock to buy today: IIFL Capital Services (331.75) BUY

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live Updates: The short-term outlook is bullish for IIFL Capital Services. The 7 per cent surge on Monday indicates t

The Hindu Businessline 23 Dec 2025 6:40 am

U.S. FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss

In recent years, Novo Nordisks injectable Wegovy and Lillys Zepbound have revolutionised obesity treatment globally

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 6:36 am

Gold, silver prices today, December 23: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On December 23, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,485 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,361 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced a

DNA India 23 Dec 2025 6:35 am

Asian stocks rise, extending record global rally

Asian stocks advanced for a second day, mirroring Wall Street's bullish momentum and signaling a year-end rally. The MSCI Asia Pacific index rose

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 6:33 am

Paramount guarantees Larry Ellison backing in amended WBD bid

Paramount notably did not increase its bid on Monday, reiterating that it believes the deal is superior to Netflix's. Paramount guarantees Larry

India Vision 23 Dec 2025 6:33 am

FDA approves first GLP-1 pill for obesity from Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk

The approval gives Novo Nordisk a head start over chief rival Eli Lilly, which is racing to launch its own obesity pill. FDA approves first GLP-1

India Vision 23 Dec 2025 6:32 am

What's fueling the sharp rise in PSU profitability over the past five years?

Public sector undertakings (PSUs) have demonstrated significant financial improvement, with their share of net profit in the ET 500 rankings expa

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 6:21 am

Indorama gets Rs 670 crore DBS trade facility

DBS Bank India has provided Indorama India, a subsidiary of Indorama Corp, with a 670 crore sustainability-linked trade facility. This loan aims

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 6:11 am

Stocks in news: Ambuja Cements, Adani Total Gas, Indian Hotels, Berger Paints, Ramco Cements

Markets advanced nearly a percent, extending Friday's rebound, with Nifty facing resistance around 26,200-26,300. Analysts suggest a positive bia

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 6:11 am

Will MUFG's 20% stake propel Shriram Finance to new all-time highs?

Shriram Finance shares surged to an all-time high after Japan's MUFG Bank announced its acquisition of a 20% stake. Analysts have raised price ta

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 6:06 am

From spending to systems: How 2026 could shape Indias infrastructure cycle

As India approaches 2026, the infrastructure sector is poised for a transformative shift. This article explores how execution reforms, asset mone

Livemint 23 Dec 2025 6:00 am

IndiaNew Zealand seal FTA: Zero-duty access for Indian exports, $20 billion investment pledge

Besides zero-duty access for Indias labour-intensive sectors including textiles, apparel, leather, footwear, marine products, handicrafts, engine

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 6:00 am

RBI sold $11.9 billion in October to defend the rupee

The Reserve Bank of India actively intervened in the foreign exchange market, net selling $11.87 billion in October to defend the Indian rupee. T

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 5:58 am

Rupee slips after 3-day rally on dollar demand

The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar on Monday, closing at 89.65, after a three-day rally. Dollar demand from local firms and pressure

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 5:45 am

Gold, silver hit new highs as geopolitical tensions rise

Gold and silver have reached all-time highs, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and expectations of US interest rate cuts. This surge mar

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 5:30 am

Overall economic activity has held up with demand conditions remaining robust: RBI Bulletin

They said while the low GST revenue collections were largely influenced by GST rate rationalisation, other available high-frequency indicators of

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 5:07 am

Ambuja Cement board approved am amalgamation of ACC, Orient Cement with itself

The board has also approved the swap ratio

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 4:50 am

Shriram Finance expects MUFG transaction likely to finalised around March-April

Parag Sharma, MD and CEO told The Hindu that the NBFC would be calling for an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) in the middle of January

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 4:30 am

Fathers guarantee: Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison backstops sons $78bn Paramount bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Tech billionaire Larry Ellison has personally guaranteed over $40 billion for Skydance's $78 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, aiming to qu

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 4:28 am

Steering intelligence: Building governance foundations for the agentic AI age

The discussion brought together senior technology and risk leaders from across banking, insurance and enterprise technology

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 4:10 am

Terms of reference talks for Canada FTA soon: Piyush Goyal

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 2:39 am

India seals trade pact with New Zealand, gets tariff-free access to markets

India and New Zealand have inked a free trade agreement, aiming to double bilateral trade within five years. This pact grants India tariff-free a

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 2:24 am

'Low inflation boost for competitiveness': RBI

November's high-frequency indicators reveal robust domestic demand and stable economic activity, with benign inflation keeping input costs low fo

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 2:05 am

April-October gross FDI flows rise 15% to $58 billion

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 2:01 am

In gold we trust: Yellow metal, silver log new highs

Gold and silver prices have reached unprecedented highs, shattering previous records in both international and domestic markets. February gold fu

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 1:52 am

Sensex up for 2nd day on steady, global cues

Infosys and Bharti Airtel spearheaded a 638-point Sensex rally, marking a rebound after recent declines. The Indian rupee's stability against the

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 1:45 am

'Mitsubishi to power Shriram Finance's growth'

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 1:39 am

AP Moller in clean energy race, ArcelorMittal to add capacity

Global investors are pouring capital into India's burgeoning clean energy sector. Danish firm AP Moller Capital is making its debut private equit

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 1:29 am

NRoute launches Heartisafe

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 1:16 am

Global giants bank on Indian-origin CFOs

Indian-origin finance chiefs are increasingly leading global giants like Unilever, Tesla, and Mastercard. A study reveals over a dozen multinatio

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 1:14 am

Market experts enter 2026 with cautious optimism

Indian market experts say that the earnings growth may have bottomed out in calendar year 2025

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 1:13 am

Gross FDI slips to $6.5 billion, net flows negative

Foreign direct investment into India saw a slight dip in October. Net FDI continued to show outflows, though less than the previous month. Singap

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 1:10 am

Dollar deposits lift NRI balance to $168.1 billion

Total NRI deposits stood at $168.1 billion in October up from $162.6 billion from a year ago.

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 1:10 am

Outward remittances under LRS flat at $2.36 billion

Indians sent $2.36 billion abroad in October under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme. Travel spending was $1.35 billion. Investments in equity an

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 1:08 am

India-New Zealand FTA to create new opportunities for exporters

India and New Zealand have signed a Free Trade Agreement set to boost mobility for Indian students and professionals, while enhancing export oppo

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 1:02 am

Provision in new Insurance Bill sparks fears of board shake-ups

A new insurance law provision raises concerns for directors. It may force many to step down from insurance boards. This impacts bank-promoted ven

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 12:59 am

'Focus on fundamentals to keep India going': RBI Bulletin

India's economy is set for strong growth. The Reserve Bank of India predicts 7.3% GDP expansion for FY 2025-26. This is driven by robust domestic

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 12:56 am

IndiaNew Zealand FTA: What each side stands to gain

India and New Zealand have concluded a free trade agreement, granting 100% zero-duty access for Indian exports to New Zealand. This pact is set t

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 12:43 am

Unity Small Finance Bank wins 3-way auction for Aviom India Housing Finance

Six companies had shown interest in acquiring Aviom India Housing Finance under the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)-monitored process but ev

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 12:30 am

View: IndiaNew Zealand FTA a win-win deal

India and New Zealand have signed a new trade agreement. This pact will create jobs and boost investment across India. It opens new opportunities

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 12:17 am

Cemented by steel, infra sector clocks 1.8% growth in November

In November, India's core sector demonstrated resilience with a 1.8 percent increase in output. The remarkable rise is largely attributed to robu

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 11:47 pm

Firms turning to AI tools to keep pace with taxman

Indian companies are increasingly using artificial intelligence tools to manage tax compliance. These AI solutions help detect evasion and respon

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 11:41 pm

Sweetened, general insurer privatisation gets a reboot after FDI cap hike

Of the four public sector general insurers, only listed New India Assurance is profitable while National Insurance, United India Insurance and Or

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 11:32 pm

CBI, banks hold meet to fast-track fraud investigations

Officials review pending cases, flag misuse of mule accounts in cyber frauds

The Hindu 22 Dec 2025 11:21 pm

IndiaNew Zealand FTA decoded: Why the deal is more about services, jobs and mobility than trade volumes-GTRI explains

India and New Zealand have inked a free-trade agreement, aiming for deeper cooperation rather than immediate trade surges, with bilateral flows a

The Times of India 22 Dec 2025 11:04 pm

India gives duty-free access to 54.11% of New Zealand exports from day one of FTA

India and New Zealand have finalized a free trade agreement. New Zealand exports will gain duty-free access to India. Key items like sheep meat a

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 10:38 pm

Insurers can invest in select bonds of AIFIs

IRDAI is also considering norms permitting investments in special purpose vehicles in the infrastructure sector whose project has commenced comme

The Hindu 22 Dec 2025 10:06 pm

Indian econ not immune to external headwinds but domestic growth remains resilient: RBI report

Despite a cumulative 125 bps rate cut since February and robust urban demand, the economy faces risks from foreign portfolio outflows and impendi

Livemint 22 Dec 2025 9:53 pm

Infosys ADRs fall 7% in the opening trade, snap three-session winning streak

After an unprecedented 40% surge on Friday, Infosys American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) slipped more than 7% on Monday to hit an intraday low of

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 9:46 pm

Ambuja Cements to merge Orient Cement; announces share swap for ACC

Ambuja, which owns 72.66 per cent of Orient Cement, said the amalgamation will enable complete ownership and strategic alignment of operations.

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 9:43 pm

Santa Claus rally: Small and midcaps lead December gains; heres what the numbers say

Indian equities are poised for a potential year-end rally, with historical data strongly favoring small-cap stocks. These smaller companies have

The Times of India 22 Dec 2025 9:38 pm

India-New Zealand FTA: Faced with Trump tariffs, why new trade deals are important - explained

India and New Zealand have finalized a Free Trade Agreement, promising duty-free entry for Indian goods and $20 billion in New Zealand investment

The Times of India 22 Dec 2025 9:30 pm

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday

Indian equities ended higher as a stronger rupee, global optimism and expectations of US Fed rate cuts boosted sentiment. Sensex and Nifty gained

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 9:27 pm

Ruby QC Investment exits Akums Drugs

Akums Drugs hit the capital market last year in August 2024 at a price band of 646-679

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 9:17 pm

TN launches portals for CSR and Land Use Information System

This is to improve the coordination among various departments of the State government, corporates and the public

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 9:10 pm

Market Trading Guide: Buy MCX and IIFL Capital on Tuesday for up to 10% gains

Nifty rose for a second straight session, led by IT, autos and financials, as a falling wedge breakout and RSI signals strengthened short-term bu

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 9:09 pm

Jute mills cut output as raw jute prices cross 1.10 lakh per tonne

With traders and stockists holding back supplies in anticipation of further price rises, mills are struggling to secure raw material and plan pro

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 9:05 pm

HDFC Bank Parivartans HRDP boosts women farmers income in Madhya Pradesh

The project focuses on sustainable agriculture, crop diversification, and women-led livelihood enhancement

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:55 pm

TN Chief Minister Stalin reviews the progress of Iconic projects

Initially, the scheme started with 155 projects and subsequently many new projects were added

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:52 pm

US markets today: Wall Street opens higher in holiday-shortened week; S&P 500 nears record

US stock markets opened higher on Monday, with major indices showing modest gains amid light trading. Strength in commodities, including record h

The Times of India 22 Dec 2025 8:46 pm

Core sector grew at 1.8% in Nov

During the month, coal production increased by 2.1% in November, fertilizer production increased by 5.6%, steel production increased by 6.1% and

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:46 pm

Overall economic activity held up in the post-festival month of November: RBI Bulletin

RBIs November bulletin highlights resilient economic activity, driven by domestic demand and supported by effective fiscal and monetary policies

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:42 pm

EPFO issues standardised guidelines to rectify pension contribution errors

Pensionable service and non-contributory periods, wherever applicable, must also be updated to reflect the corrected contribution history.

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:41 pm

Maersk mulls a gradual network change back to the trans-Suez corridor with new sailing

However, this will depend on security thresholds continue to be met

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:32 pm

JPMorgan exploring crypto trading to institutional clients, Bloomberg News reports

JPMorgan Chase is considering offering cryptocurrency trading to its institutional clients, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, underscoring Wall

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 8:28 pm

Groww launches backup trading portal to protect traders during outages

Stock broking platform Groww on Monday said it has launched 'Groww Lite', a web-based emergency trading portal, to safeguard users during platfor

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 8:24 pm

India at advanced stage of discussions on trade pact with US: Goyal

We are already at an advanced stage in our discussions with the US, Goyal said replying to a question on the status of the India-US trade talks a

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:23 pm

Oracle's Larry Ellison offers $40.4 billion guarantee to beef up Paramount's Warner Bros bid

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison has stepped in to personally guarantee $40.4 billion in Paramount Skydance's latest effort to pry Warner Bros Dis

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 8:22 pm

Auto dealers knock SCs door on compensation cess

FADA petition further prays for quashing two Finance Ministry notifications (Numbers 2/2025 and 9/2025) as they result in the extinguishment of a

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:10 pm

US stocks climb as tech rebound gathers momentum

U.S. stocks rose on Monday, kicking off the holiday-shortened week on a positive note, as technology stocks continued to rebound from last week's

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 8:08 pm

India will never open up its dairy sector for any country: Goyal

New Zealand exporters to gain duty free access for dairy for re-exports opening door to greater collaboration, says Todd McClay

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 8:06 pm

India-New Zealand FTA: Pact allows dairy processing for re-export; Piyush Goyal rules out market opening

New Zealand firms can process dairy inputs in India for re-export under a new free trade agreement, with India's domestic market fully protected.

The Times of India 22 Dec 2025 8:05 pm

IG Drones evolves into IG Defence to build indigenous battlefield systems

While unmanned systems remain important, our focus has expanded to building technologies across land, sea, air, and space domains, said Bodhisatt

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:50 pm

GST rationalisation, festival-related spending supported domestic demand during Oct-Nov: RBI bulletin

India's economy shows resilience. The Reserve Bank of India's bulletin highlights strong domestic demand in October and November. This boost came

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 7:47 pm

Railway stocks rebound: IRCTC and Jupiter Wagons lead gains; Budget capex hopes lift stocks

Railway-linked stocks surged on December 22, driven by stock-specific news and rising pre-Budget expectations. Jupiter Wagons, IRCTC, RailTel, an

The Times of India 22 Dec 2025 7:45 pm

CRDA approves over Rs 1,300 crore to develop layouts in Amaravati

The Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) meeting, chaired by CM N Chandrababu Naidu, approved over Rs 1,300 crore for layout development a

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 7:43 pm

RBI net sold $11.88 billion in October to arrest rupee's fall, bulletin shows

The Reserve Bank of India sold a net $11.88 billion in the foreign exchange market in October, data released on Monday showed, reflecting the cen

The Economic Times 22 Dec 2025 7:41 pm

Bengaluru Metro network to reach 175 km by December 2027: DK Shivakumar

Currently, 96 km of Namma Metro is operational, with more stretches scheduled to open in 2026 and 2027, including the airport line

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:31 pm

Ramco Cements sells its non-core assets to Prestige Estates for 515 crore

With this, the company has so far disposed non-core assets worth 1,017 crores, as against the target of 1,000 crore that was announced while rele

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:30 pm

India-NZ FTA: Delhi gains zero-duty access for all goods; more visas for service providers

New Zealand to gain access in wood, wool, sheep meat, leather, wine, honey, apples but pact criticised by ruling coalition partner

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:24 pm

Air India's 1st Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner nears delivery

Boeing India and South Asia President Salil Gupte has announced that the aerospace giant will soon deliver Air India's first Boeing 787-9 Dreamli

NewsBytes 22 Dec 2025 7:23 pm

Renewables with battery storage cheapest form of firm power: CEEW expert

A CEEW study finds that, in the following five years, grid flexibility needs will increase at least five times, said Disha Agarwal, SeniorProgram

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:17 pm

Brokers call: BEML (Buy)

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The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:15 pm

Precious metals complex dazzles as gold, silver & platinum soar to new highs

Losing confidence in $, investors look at haven buying expecting 2 more US Fed rate cuts

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:14 pm

Indian Navy receives Anjadip, third ASW shallow water craft from GRSE

Delivered in Chennai, the indigenously designed warship has been constructed under a public-private partnership between GRSE and L&T Shipyard

The Hindu Businessline 22 Dec 2025 7:14 pm