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Zerodha's Nithin Kamath slams market holiday for Mumbais municipal elections
Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath has voiced strong criticism as Indian stock exchanges remain closed today for Mumbai's municipal elections.
Oil prices drop 3% after Trump comments on Iran
Donald Trump says he had been told the killings of protesters in Iran had been halted
Nomura has initiated coverage on United Spirits with a Buy rating, citing premiumisation tailwinds, easing regulatory environment and innovation-
Tech Mahindra Q3 Preview: Profit set to climb despite one-time labour code charges
Tech Mahindra is poised for steady revenue growth and improved profitability in the December quarter, driven by margin expansion and cost optimiz
At 2.9 degrees Celsius, Delhi records its coldest morning this season
The minimum temperature recorded at Palam was its lowest since 2010. The second lowest was recorded on January 7, 2013, when the mercury had drop
Indian stock markets experienced their worst start to a year in a decade, with nearly Rs 8 lakh crore in market capitalization wiped out. Foreign
5 stocks YES Securities expects to shine in 2026, with upsides up to 26%
YES Securities believes Indian equities are entering 2026 with a structural growth tailwind despite global uncertainty. The brokerage has identif
Justice Department probe of Fed reignites autonomy debate
Neel Kashkari said the Trump administrations actions against the Federal Reserve reflect monetary policy disagreements. He backed Jerome Powell a
Mumbai poll holiday for BSE, NSE draws flak from Zerodha's Nithin Kamath
Indian stock exchanges observed a full trading holiday on Thursday, January 15, due to municipal elections in Maharashtra. Zerodha CEO Nithin Kam
Bharat Coking Coal IPO listing delayed: Check revised allotment, refund and listing timeline
Earlier, the company had planned to finalise allotment on January 14, initiate refunds on January 15 and list the stock on January 16.
Bank holidays: Check state-wise closures for Makar Sankranti, Pongal
Today, January 15, several Indian states will witness bank closures due to the celebration of Makar Sankranti and Pongal.
Banks across several Indian states are closed today, January 15, 2026, for various regional festivals and local elections. Residents in Maharasht
Q3 Results Today Live Updates: Several companies, including Jio Financial Services, HDFC Life Insurance, 360 ONE WAM, LT Technology Services, Ang
Whole milk back on school menus as Trump overturns Obama-era rules
The law allows schools in the National School Lunch Program to offer a wider range of milk options, including nondairy alternatives, and affects
Shadowfax IPO in focus: GMP and 10 key takeaways for investors ahead of subscription
Shadowfax IPO is in focus as investors track the latest grey market premium (GMP) and assess 10 key factors, including valuation, growth prospect
US visa crackdown: A list of the 75 countries affected
US suspension of processing of immigrant visas for people from 75 countries comes into effect on January 21
Silver at record highs: Can the rally sustain to cross $100 in January?
Silver prices have surged to record levels amid supply constraints, rising industrial demand, and supportive macro conditions. While analysts rem
Does adding please and thank you to ChatGPT prompts really waste energy?
Each AI query requires fresh computation, unlike traditional digital services, making usage directly linked to energy consumption.
Global oil markets experienced a sharp sell-off as US President Donald Trump's remarks eased concerns over potential supply disruptions from Iran
Crude oil takes centre stage amid geopolitical storms, can it still offer investment opportunities?
Crude oil prices remain volatile amid rising geopolitical risks across key regions. Analysts suggest oil is best used as a tactical hedge rather
Iran temporarily closes airspace to most flights, forcing airlines to reroute
Air India, IndiGo among carriers affected by airspace closure
US Stocks | ETFs first, stock picks later: How Indians should invest in US markets
Indian investors in 2026 are advised a layered approach to US equities amidst geopolitical uncertainty. Building a core with low-cost US ETFs and
Indias financial markets closed today for holiday
Earlier on Wednesday, the benchmarks extended losses amid U.S. tariff concerns, foreign outflows, a weaker rupee and firmer bond yields.
Toyota Industries' shares hit record as market hopes for higher buyout offer
Shares of forklift maker Toyota Industries reached a record high today. This surge followed an improved offer from Toyota Motor. Investors are tr
Trip.com shares crash 22% in Hong Kong after antitrust probe
Hong Kong-listed shares of a major Chinese online travel agency plummeted after regulators launched an antitrust probe. The company is suspected
KKR completes $2.5 billion fundraising for Asia-Pacific credit fund
The move comes as private equity activity accelerates across Asia, supported by improving capital markets and rising investor interest in Japan a
Budget 2026: Industry flags customs litigation, compliance bottlenecks as key pain points
Despite broader government pushes under the Digital India programme, customs adjudication and litigation remain heavily paper-driven. Businesses
Supreme Court to rule on Tiger Global Flipkart tax dispute
The case centres on the use of the IndiaMauritius tax treaty, which Tiger Global relied on to claim capital gains tax exemption
An emerging markets supercycle has just begun: Shuli Ren
Emerging markets are set for a long growth period. A weak dollar and global growth continue to support this trend. New opportunities are emerging
Q3 results today: HDFC Life, Jio Financial among 27 companies to report earnings on Thursday
Thursday brings Q3 earnings for 27 companies. Investors will focus on HDFC Life Insurance, Angel One, and Jio Financial Services. Key metrics to
Wells Fargo misses profit estimates on severance costs, shares fall
Wells Fargo reported lower profits, impacted by severance costs for operational streamlining. The bank's shares saw a significant drop. Despite m
2026 may be the year of the mega IPO
Silicon Valley is abuzz with mega IPOs as AI giants OpenAI and Anthropic, alongside Elon Musk's SpaceX, prepare to list. These high-profile tech
Gold slips as profit-taking, softer geopolitical tone hit safe-haven demand
Gold prices eased on Thursday after reaching record highs. Investors took profits as U.S. President Donald Trump softened his stance on the Feder
Yen steadies as traders gird for election, intervention fears lurk
The yen hovered near 18-month lows as traders anticipated intervention following strong warnings ahead of a Japanese election that could spur fis
Oil prices sink more than 2% as Trump remarks calm concern about Iran
Oil prices dropped significantly as President Trump indicated a halt to killings in Iran, easing fears of military action and supply disruptions.
Infy under US DoJ lens over H-1B classification
Infosys is under US Department of Justice investigation for alleged H-1B visa misclassification. The company is cooperating with the probe, which
Infosys revenue up 3.2% in Q3, raises FY26 guidance on large deal wins
Infosys shares surged on the NYSE after reporting stronger-than-expected December quarter sales, driven by significant large deal wins and an upg
Metals dearer: Silver soars to Rs 3L/kg, gold nears Rs 1.5L/10gm
Global metal prices are surging due to geopolitical tensions, potential US rate cuts, and strong demand from sectors like EVs and solar. Silver a
Wall Street ends lower, led by drop in Nasdaq, with tech, banks falling
U.S. stocks declined Wednesday, led by a drop in the Nasdaq and technology shares as investors sought defensive sectors. Bank stocks extended los
US tariffs no bar: Chinas trade surplus hits $1.2 trillion
China's exports surged to a record $1.2 trillion trade surplus in 2025, defying expectations of a slowdown. This resilience, driven by deeper inr
Volatile Street: Startups rein in IPO valuation targets
Logistics firm Shadowfax has lowered its IPO valuation to Rs 7,169 crore, down from over Rs 8,000 crore, to attract more investors amidst market
Market Holiday: Can investors trade gold, silver on MCX today?
Trading on MCX will be limited to the evening session on Wednesday, January 15. This is due to Municipal Corporation elections in Maharashtra. Th
Stock Market Holiday: Are NSE, BSE closed for trading today for Maharashtra Municipal election?
NSE Holiday Today 2026: Both exchanges issued revised circulars confirming the trading holiday. The BSE clarified that equity derivatives contrac
Rising memory chip prices weigh down Dixon stock
Dixon Technologies' stock faces pressure from rising memory chip costs and upcoming regulatory changes. The company, a major Android handset make
Bank holiday today, 15 January: Along with Pongal, the country is celebrating other festivals like Uttarayana Punyakala and Makara Sankranti, for
Air India says flights overflying Iran will use alternative route, warns of delays
The company said in a statement that some Air India flights where currently rerouting is not possible are being cancelled
Two-wheeler sales vroom past 2-crore mark in 2025
India's two-wheeler sales surpassed two crore units in 2025, a 5% increase from the previous year, though still shy of the 2018 record. Exports s
Elara Capital sees Nifty at 30,000 by March 2027
Elara Capital forecasts the Nifty index to reach 30,000 by March 2027. This projection suggests a potential 17% increase from current levels. The
Lower rates to weigh on large housing finance companies in Q3
Housing finance companies face a challenging December quarter with slower growth and squeezed margins due to aggressive bank competition. While l
Punjab & Sind, IOB plan Rs 7,000 crore share sale
Indian Overseas Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank are set to raise 4,000 crore and 3,000 crore respectively through qualified institutional placements
Coca-Cola plans to pop the cap on $1 billion HCCB IPO this year
Coca-Cola is preparing to list its Indian bottling arm, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), through an IPO this summer to raise approximately $
Anand Rathi Share Q3 net profit up over 32%
Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers reported strong financial results for the December quarter. The company's net profit surged by 32.6% compared
RBI tightens forex risk norms, aligns capital rules with global standards
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced new banking rules for calculating foreign exchange risk capital charges, aiming for international alignm
Moving abroad? Here's the financial checklist before you become an NRI
There are some financial steps that one needs to take to avoid unexpected taxes or penalties. The transition requires precise paperwork and liqui
US, Europe dominate FPI flows, Singapore & Mauritius lose out
Overseas capital in Indian equities has shifted structurally, with US and European investors now dominating over traditional tax havens like Maur
Global unemployment remains unchanged, ILO warns about decrease in jobs for youth, women
In 2015 and 2025, the share of workers living in extreme poverty declined by only 3.1 percentage points, to 7.9%, compared with a decline of 15 p
Loan-deposit ratio to stay high, banks set to go for CDs, bonds
The pace of rise in bank profitability is likely to bottom out this fiscal year, and gradually improve in FY27 as funding pressures ease and net
Moving on: On Indias Consumer Price Index and a new base year
India is getting rid of an outdated dataset for measuring inflation
An exploration of Indias minerals diplomacy
India must use its country-by-country approach to build resilience across the value chain
Hong Kong emerges key market for India's high-value exports
India's exports to Hong Kong are surging. Shipments of silver jewellery, electronics, and processed stones have seen substantial growth. Cut and
Wholesale inflation hits 8-month high of 0.8% in December
Wholesale prices have exited deflation. Inflation reached an eight-month high of 0.83% in December. This shift was driven by stable food prices a
Mahindra XEV 9S and XUV 7XO record 93,689 bookings worth 20,500 crore
Enhanced tax sops for R&D, easier access to export credit high on pharma sector Budget wish list
Industry body CII urges the government to implement clear green hydrogen mandates and incentives to boost demand and support India's clean indust
New forex risk capital rules from April 2027
RBI has proposed significant changes to how banks manage their foreign exchange exposure. These updates aim to align Indian regulations with glob
Finance Ministry launches 20 lakh Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima for CGHS beneficiaries
Available as a retail product, the policy provides in-patient hospitalisation coverage within India with flexible co-payment options and discount
DFS launches composite salary account package for central government employees
Key features include accident insurance, zero-balance salary accounts, concessional loan rates and enhanced card benefits such as lounge access a
ET Market Watch: Why markets fell today - Tariff fears, FII selling hit Sensex, Nifty
RBI proposes changes to banks' forex positions
The amendments focus on the net open position, which measures banks exposure to currency fluctuations.
India asks nationals to leave Iran amid rising tensions and protests
The advisory follows warnings from the US over possible military action and the worsening security situation.
India-China trade: Indias exports to China rise in 2025, deficit climbs to record $116 bn
India's exports to China saw a rare uptick in 2025, yet the bilateral trade deficit surged to a record $116.12 billion. Despite this imbalance, o
PMKVY 4.0: Maharashtra sees a sharp rise in trainees, but funding fluctuates
Over one lakh candidates have been trained, oriented in Maharashtra.
Apeda resumes rice export registration to the Philippines, Senegal after import curbs lifted
APEDA resumes non-Basmati rice exports to the Philippines and Senegal after lifting import restrictions.
Kolte-Patil signs a five-acre joint development project in Pune
Expected Gross Developable Value (GDV) of 850 crore
Free Starlink boosts Iran protest coverage amid internet blackout
Activists credit the service with enabling the release of shocking videos showing hundreds of bodies, altering global understanding of the unres
High stakes in civic polls as BJP targets Thackeray hold on Mumbai
Besides Mumbai, polling will also take place in other key municipal corporations such as Thane, Nagpur, Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad and Nashik
RBI issues new norms to improve grievance redressal mechanism
The Reserve Bank of India has enhanced its review mechanism for customer complaints within regulated entities, mandating a senior-level review be
US set to suspend visa processing for dozens of countries
While citizens of Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Somalia already have little chance of getting a US visa, the move is likely to shut the door for
US retail sales beat expectations in November on holiday boost
American shoppers spent more in November. Retail sales saw a 0.6 percent increase, beating forecasts. This rise signals a stronger start to the h
Indian auto component makers anticipate US tariffs to significantly impact exports from the second half of FY26, with new contracts facing uncert
Telcos approach TRAI to intervene on Navi Mumbai airport issue
COAI says if left unregulated, it has the potential to be replicated across various public places/infrastructure projects
US bank stocks fall as results, credit card cap in focus
US bank stocks fell as investors digested mixed earnings from major lenders and concerns over a proposed credit card interest cap, which could pr
Power signals and protocol slips add to Karnataka Congress reshuffle talk
A political storm engulfed the Karnataka Cabinet, after Shivakumars meeting with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sparked speculation of a possible r
US Fed's Neel Kashkari says it is 'way too soon' to cut rates
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari did not want to cut interest rates last month and sees no need to cut them any time soon give
Infosys ADRs fall 2% as Q3 profit dip, margin pressure offset guidance upgrade
Infosys ADRs fell as December-quarter results showed modest profit decline and sharp margin pressure, offset by strong revenue growth and an upgr
Telangana govt owes more than 3,900 crore in dues, say alcobev industry bodies
They cautioned that continued delays risk disrupting supplies, impacting excise revenues and triggering wider investor confidence concerns
Iran unrest rattles dry fruits trade, fresh produce holds firm
Export payments are already being delayed as Iranian importers struggle with economic instability and payment remittances
Bank of America tops estimates on better-than-expected net interest income, equities trading
Bank of America, the second-largest U.S. bank by assets, has been a beneficiary of the industry's recent tail winds. Bank of America tops estimat
Saks Global, the longtime leader of luxury department stores, files for bankruptcy protection
Saks Global, which also owns Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, filed for bankruptcy protection after running out of cash. Saks Global, the long
