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Budget 2026: Gold, silver futures plummet 9% to hit lower circuit levels

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Budget 2026-27 in Parliament

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 10:39 am

Bitcoin slides near $78,800 amid Fed leadership change and geopolitical tensions

Bitcoin slipped to nearly $78,800, down over 6% in 24 hours, as markets reacted to the Fed leadership change and rising geopolitical tensions. Ri

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:39 am

Budget should prioritise manufacturing incentives to boost jobs and income: Nilesh Shah

India's economic growth is shifting focus from consumption to manufacturing and investment. Structural reforms have boosted consumption selective

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:36 am

FM Nirmala Sitharaman picks Kanjeevaram silk as she steps out to present Union Budget 2026

This year, Sitharaman has headed out to present the Budget wearing a magenta-coloured Kattam Kanjeevaram (Kancheepuram) silk saree from Tamil Nad

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 10:35 am

Budget 2026 key announcements for common man: Big wins for aam aadmi that will directly impact your wallet

Budget 2026 Key Announcements for Common Man: Union Budget 2026 has arrived, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting her ninth consec

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:33 am

RVNL, other railway stocks rally up to 3% ahead of Union Budget 2026. Heres whats on the agenda

Railway stocks saw a rise on Sunday, February 1. Investors are optimistic about the upcoming Union Budget. Expectations are high for increased go

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:30 am

Gross GST collections in January rise 6.2% to Rs 1.93 lakh crore, net revenue up 7.6%

India's GST collections surged to Rs 1.93 lakh crore in January 2026, a 6.2% year-on-year increase. This growth, driven by robust domestic and im

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 10:26 am

Gross GST collections rise 6.2% to over 1.93 lakh cr in January

Gross tax collections from domestic transactions grew 4.8 per cent to 1.41 lakh crore

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 10:26 am

Sun Pharma shares rally 4% as Q3 profit surges 16% YoY; co announces interim dividend

Sun Pharma shares rose sharply on Sunday after the company reported a 16% YoY rise in Q3 net profit to Rs 3,369 crore, supported by strong India

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:22 am

Defence Stock Watch: BEL, HAL, GRSE & others in focus today ahead of Union Budget 2026

The Defence Secretary has indicated a potential 20% increase in the FY27 defence budget to maintain operational readiness and strengthen self-rel

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:17 am

NALCO, Hindustan Copper, Vedanta shares slump up to 19% sink as metal rout deepens; Here's why

Metal stocks tumbled on Budget Sunday as gold, silver and copper prices slumped, dragging Hindustan Copper down 19% and knocking the Nifty Metal

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:10 am

Budget likely to be status quo, focus needed on FII outflows: Sandip Sabharwal

Market expert Sandip Sabharwal anticipates the upcoming Union Budget will maintain the status quo, with no major reform surprises due to geopolit

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 10:04 am

From 'bahi-khata' to tablet: Tracing Nirmala Sitharamans Union Budget journey since 2019

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth Union Budget on February 1. This marks a historic Sunday sitting. The Budget for FY27

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 10:04 am

BoB Q3 net profit inches up 4.39%, lowers FY26 credit costs as asset quality holding up

Bank of Baroda reported a 4.39% rise in Q4 net profit to Rs 5,443 crore, driven by reduced provisions. Despite a 15% loan growth, net interest in

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:52 am

Gold ETFs crash 16% on stronger dollar, silver ETFs follow suit. What should investors do?

Gold and silver extended their steep selloff on MCX, with futures sliding 6% and gold ETFs crashing up to 16% as a surging US dollar and profit-t

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:42 am

Sensex, Nifty turn volatile as traders stay cautious ahead of Union Budget

Indian stocks saw mixed trading ahead of the federal budget. Investors watched for signals on public spending and support for export sectors. Met

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:41 am

TCS Share Price Live Updates: TCS Stock Performance Today

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:40 am

Budget stocks to buy: BSE, TVS Motor, Ashok Leyland among 11 technical picks from top brokerages

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026, top brokerages have flagged 11 technical stock picks amid expectations of

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:26 am

Railway Budget 2026 Live Updates: Vande Bharat sleeper, Amrit Bharat trains & Kavach - what will FM Sitharaman focus on?

Railway Budget 2026 Live: At the start of this year, Indian Railways introduced the first Vande Bharat sleeper train service. The new semi-high s

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 9:22 am

Budget 2026 comes at a precarious time for markets, says Radhika Gupta

As India braces for its Union Budget, market participants are keenly observing policy measures to curb capital outflows and boost investor confid

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:20 am

Hindustan Copper shares in focus as global copper prices slide

Hindustan Copper shares: A sharp 3.4% drop in global copper prices on the LME has dampened sentiment across metal stocks, raising concerns about

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:11 am

Income Tax Slabs Budget 2026 Live Updates: FM Sitharaman seeks Cabinet nod ahead of Budget; gold duty cut coming?

Income Tax Slabs Budget 2026 Live Updates: FM Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth Budget today. Ahead of Budget 2026, taxpayers are wishing

Livemint 1 Feb 2026 9:10 am

Meesho shares in focus as Q3 losses widen sharply; higher ad spends weigh on profitability

Meesho shares are likely to stay in focus during the special Sunday trading session after the company reported sharply wider Q3FY26 losses despit

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:08 am

Domestic shares likely to open higher ahead of Union Budget

Targeted measures expected to support export-oriented sectors facing US tariff pressures; defence spending likely to rise to bolster domestic man

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 9:07 am

Indian markets poised for earnings revival, midcaps and select sectors offer opportunities: Rakesh Vyas

Indian equity markets are showing signs of recovery after a challenging period, with Rakesh Vyas of Quest Investment Managers anticipating a revi

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:03 am

Nestle India among 4 largecaps with bullish RSI upswing

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:02 am

IFCI shares in focus after SEBI clears NSE IPO path

IFCI shares may draw attention in the special Budget session after SEBI granted clearance for NSEs long-awaited IPO. IFCI holds indirect exposure

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 9:01 am

Budget Day stocks: 10 picks for your watchlist & why analysts suggest a buy-on-dips strategy

Investors are watching the Union Budget for fiscal consolidation and growth spending. Analysts recommend buying quality stocks on dips, especiall

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:57 am

From 2019 to 2026: A look at Nirmala Sitharamans Budget Day sarees

Nirmala Sitharaman's budget day sarees are thoughtfully selected handloom pieces that celebrate India's regional weaves, often carrying symbolic

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 8:57 am

Stocks to buy in 2026 long term: Sunteck Realty, Star Health among 5 stocks that could give double digit returns

We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources.

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:50 am

Stock Market Live Updates 1 February 2026: Indian shares likely to open higher ahead of Union budget

Sensex, Nifty, Share Price LIVE:

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 8:47 am

MCX shares in focus on Budget day amid silver and gold sell-off

MCX shares are in focus as Indias commodity exchange opens for a rare Sunday trading session alongside the Union Budget, as gold and silver price

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:47 am

Expect Union Budget to give fresh momentum to Delhis development, says Delhi CM

CM Rekha Gupta noted that the Central government is actively involved in several important projects in the city, including cleaning of the Yamuna

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 8:45 am

Fed's Musalem says no more rate cuts needed with policy now at neutral level

St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem stated that the US central bank should not cut interest rates further unless the job market weakens or in

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:44 am

Fed's Bowman still supports rate cuts despite backing pause at recent meeting

US Federal Reserve's Michelle Bowman still favors interest rate cuts, but voted to hold steady for more data. She anticipates three quarter-perce

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:42 am

Hindustan Zinc shares in focus after biggest silver selloff in history on Friday

Hindustan Zinc shares will be in focus later today after silver experienced its largest single-day drop on record. The white metal plunged signif

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:36 am

Positive Breakout: These 9 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs

As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily timeframe, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend.

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:35 am

Budget and stock markets: How Sensex, Nifty have fared on D-Day in last 15 years

Over the last 15 years, Sensex and Nifty have shown a mixed but slightly positive record on Budget days, with average gains of 0.35% for Sensex.

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:33 am

Union Budget 2026: Sitharamans power team which makes India's Budget and decides your taxes

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares the Union Budget for FY2026-27, a core team of senior bureaucrats is shaping its fiscal strategy.

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:33 am

Sell America Is the New Trade on Wall Street

Investors are now selling American assets. This trend began after tariffs caused market turmoil. Recent policies from the Trump administration ar

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 8:30 am

LPG gas prices go up: Commercial cylinder to cost Rs 49 more from February 1

Commercial LPG prices have been revised upwards by Rs 49 for a 19-kg cylinder, bringing the Delhi price to Rs 1,740.50. This follows a previous R

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 8:22 am

Indian markets likely to open higher ahead of Union Budget

Indian stock markets anticipate a positive opening today. Investors await the federal budget presentation for insights into government spending a

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 7:53 am

Bank holidays next week: How many days will banks remain closed in week starting 2 February? Check RBI calendar

Bank holidays next week: The new week is beginning tomorrow. This leads us to the question What are the bank holidays next week, between 2 and 8

Livemint 1 Feb 2026 7:27 am

ITC investors lose Rs 1 lakh crore after tax shock. Is there more pain in Budget 2026?

ITC's market value has dropped significantly following a recent tax hike on cigarettes. Investors are now looking to the upcoming Budget for clar

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:40 am

Budget 2026: Will the old tax regime be phased out this time? Experts weigh in

Budget 2026: The old tax regime still offers key deductions like Section 80C and House Rent Allowance (HRA). Plus, the New Income Tax Act 2025 pe

Livemint 1 Feb 2026 6:39 am

Budget under pressure: 10 moves FM Sitharaman could use to calm stock market after a sustained sell-off

Indian stock markets approach the Union Budget 2026 with caution, facing a fragile footing and weak sentiment. Analysts anticipate a low-key budg

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:33 am

Nifty Budget Day strategy: Why this volatility crush is an options traders best friend

Budget week inflates option premiums due to market uncertainty, with Nifty ATM straddles consistently opening high. While volatility rises pre-Bu

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:25 am

Can Budget stop $23 billion FII exodus? Here's what stock market investors are betting on

Foreign investors have withdrawn billions from Indian stocks. Markets eagerly await Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget today. The gover

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:19 am

Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session

Indian equity benchmarks closed lower on Friday, with the Nifty down 0.4%, as markets await budget announcements and global cues. The India VIX r

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:11 am

Stock Market Holiday: Are NSE, BSE trading closed or open today for Union Budget 2026?

Indian stock markets are trading today, Sunday, February 1, for the Union Budget 2026 presentation. Both NSE and BSE are open for a full trading

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 6:01 am

Budget 2026 Live Updates: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to Present 9th Union Budget at 11 am today

Union Budget 2026 Key Announcements, Budget 2026-27 Live Updates: Follow Union Budget 2026 live news from businessline for real-time updates on a

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 5:45 am

Fin sector stakeholders must go beyond technical compliance, says Sebi chief

Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey urged financial sector stakeholders to prioritize professional conscience over mere technical compliance, emphasizi

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:41 am

Investors see room for boom, quietly check into hospitality

India's hospitality sector is attracting significant, low-profile investment, with approximately $2 billion flowing into operational hotel proper

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:30 am

Budget 2026: Whats coming, what matters, and how Indias money manual gets a makeover

Union Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to make parliamentary history with her ninth consecutive Budget presentation. This

The Economic Times 1 Feb 2026 5:27 am

Adani agrees to receive notice in US SEC fraud case

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 1:25 am

After mother of all deals, Goyal says pact will be compassionate to all 28 children

Goyal said safeguards are in place to address concerns over EU standards and carbon taxes, while urging Indian businesses to expand capacity and

The Hindu Businessline 1 Feb 2026 12:04 am

India-US trade deal talks progressing well, agreement to be closed quickly: Piyush Goyal

Expressing confidence that good news would be announced soon, Goyal said trade agreements are not negotiated with deadlines and would be finalise

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 11:50 pm

Silver tumbles nearly 19% to 3.12 lakh/kg; gold falls 3,500 amid dollar rebound

Despite the fall, both metals posted strong gains for January

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 11:42 pm

GAILs profit declines about 58%

The Hindu 31 Jan 2026 9:38 pm

Q3 Results Today Highlights: Sun Pharma, GAIL India, IDFC First Bank, Birla Corporation, Zen Technologies, Bharat Dynamics, Delhivery, Fujiyama Power Systems announced Q3 results

Q3 Results Today, 31st Jan 2026 Highlights: Find here all the highlights for the Q3 results released today.

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 9:29 pm

Viasat calls for regulatory clarity on L-band for safe air mobility

Ensuring coexistence between crewed and uncrewed aircraft is essential for safety, and this requires SATCOM services that can support beyond visu

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 9:04 pm

Budget 2026: Top 5 income tax expectations of salaried, middle class taxpayers

Last year, FM Sitharaman announced major changes in the new income tax regime, and while tax experts believe that there is little fiscal room in

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 9:00 pm

Budget 2026: What 5 yrs of data reveal about Indias direct & indirect taxes - explained

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares the Union Budget 2026-27, tax data reveals a significant shift. Direct tax collections have surge

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 8:44 pm

Budget 2026 stock market expectations: How Sensex, Nifty have performed on Budget days in the past

Budgets set the direction for government spending, taxation, and growth priorities, but actual execution takes time. Sectors like infrastructure,

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 8:10 pm

India Post expands logistics capabilities as Kochi emerges key e-commerce cargo hub

CIAL Summit highlights e-Commerce and regulatory innovation

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 7:20 pm

Asian Energy Services strikes oil in Gujarat

The well at the Mevad field was drilled to a total depth of 1,650 metres

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 7:20 pm

Leather, footwear exports to hold steady at $5.255.5 billion despite US tariffs: CLE

India-EU FTA will be a game changer for the industry and help it achieve $14 billion by 2030, CLE says

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:57 pm

CIAL highlights Kochis strategic importance in trade and air cargo ecosystem

Dhaval Raut of KPMG noted that Kochi accounts for nearly 60% of Keralas air cargo movement, with perishables forming a major share, underscoring

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:55 pm

IMD forecast for February: higher temperature, less rainfall pose risk to crops

IMDs Director General M Mohaptra said that monthly rainfall over the country as a whole in February is most likely to be below normal (

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:46 pm

Kazakhstan: Tengizchevroil starts restoration of oil output at Tengiz field

The first well was successfully brought back online at 3:35 a.m. local time, according to a statement from the Kazakh energy ministry

Livemint 31 Jan 2026 6:41 pm

In a first, Union Budget 2026 to be presented on Sunday

India's Union Budget 2026-27 will be presented on a Sunday for the first time in history, a significant procedural reform. Finance Minister Nirma

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:37 pm

PM Surya Ghar: Households in UP saving up to 3,000 on average in monthly electricity bills

On a pan-India basis, more than 58.36 lakh applications have been received so far with over 10.94 lakh applications being registered in Uttar Pra

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:35 pm

Mother of all deals will be compassionate and fair to all, says Piyush Goyal as IndiaEU exports seen doubling in 5 years

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced the conclusion of the India-EU free trade agreement, expecting it to double exports to Europe wi

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:32 pm

IDFC Bank net profit rises 48.1% to Rs 503 crore

The Times of India 31 Jan 2026 6:12 pm

Elevator industry seeks infra spending, sops for digitalisation in Budget

The sector underpins construction and real estate, together contributing nearly 16% to GDP and plays a critical role in housing, metro projects a

The Hindu Businessline 31 Jan 2026 6:09 pm