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Positive Breakout: These 12 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs

23 stocks from the Nifty 500 universe closed above their 200-day moving average (DMA). From this group, we have highlighted the top 12 stocks tha

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 7:45 am

DMart shares in focus after company posts 13% revenue growth in Q3 update

Avenue Supermarts' shares are set for attention on Monday, January 5. The company reported a 13% year-on-year revenue jump for the quarter ending

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 7:43 am

Gold rises over 1% as Maduro capture spurs safe-haven demand

Gold prices jumped over 1% on Monday. Other precious metals also saw significant gains. This surge followed the United States' capture of Venezue

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 7:39 am

Dollar firmer as Venezuela raid hangs over sentiment

The dollar strengthened against the euro and pound early in the new year, reaching a 3.5-week high versus the euro. Geopolitical tensions from a

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 7:37 am

Oil trades sideways despite political turmoil in Venezuela

Oil prices saw a slight increase as investors assessed potential disruptions to Venezuelan shipments following U.S. President Trump's actions aga

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 7:35 am

Why VPPAs may not be a game-changer

Renewable energy certificates remain a simpler, cheaper alternative to taking a punt on electricity prices

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:59 am

Why the path to forex reserve control is paved with gold

After repeat purchases, the RBIs gold reserves currently total 880.2 tonnes among the highest in the developing world

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:59 am

Gold, silver prices may cool off

To summarise, both gold and silver are in an overbought zone, warranting a cool off in the near term

The Hindu 5 Jan 2026 6:53 am

Stock Market Live 5 January 2026: Stock to buy today: IDBI Bank (114.85) BUY bl-premium-article-image

The short-term outlook is bullish for IDBI Bank. The stock has surged over 10 per cent on Friday and has closed on a strong note. It has made a b

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:52 am

ITC reaches for the clouds in the food-tech business

The diversified conglomerates cloud kitchen venture takes its premium cuisine to discerning customers on delivery apps in select cities

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:51 am

Customers expect us to decide fast: Central Bank chief Kalyan Kumar

Central Bank chief spells out his growth strategy to help the bank recoup its market share

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:48 am

How InMobis Naveen Tewari got inspired by Mukesh Ambani

Meet InMobi founder-CEO Naveen Tewari, who specialises in the art of bouncing back from business downturns

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:44 am

Shrinking gap in peak electricity demand

Electricity demand in peak winter is almost the same as in peak summer

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:40 am

Gold, silver prices today, January 5, 2026: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On January 5, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at

DNA India 5 Jan 2026 6:37 am

Asian shares hit record, oil swings on Venezuela

Asian equities surged to a record high, driven by technology shares, while oil prices fluctuated and precious metals climbed. The ousting of Vene

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 6:35 am

US could raise tariffs on India if they don't help on Russian oil issue: Trump

US President Donald Trump said Washington could raise tariffs on Indian goods if New Delhi does not address US concerns over Indias purchases of

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 6:35 am

Developers told to add BESS, shift to non-solar hours

Move seeks to ensure solar parks power generation is not constrained by evacuation capacity

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:33 am

Global investors' retreat from EM bonds likely to be a boon

Emerging-market bonds are poised for support in 2026, driven by increasing local investor ownership. These domestic holders, less exposed to curr

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 6:31 am

Personal loans: how banks assess self employed

Lets take a look at key factors lenders analyse while approving a personal loan for self-employed applicants

The Hindu 5 Jan 2026 6:31 am

A watershed moment for battery storage capacity

Energy storage system capacity tendered exceeded 100 GWhr

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:30 am

ANEEL fuel fundamentally reshapes Indias thorium pathway

US-based company promises to ease the countrys dependence on uranium for nuclear power generation

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:26 am

Lending muscle to B2B innovation

Why VC firm VenturEast is doubling down on the defence, aerospace, and energy transition sectors

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:24 am

Global opportunities ahead, but China is a competitive threat

CEOs from different industries talk about the trends that will shape their businesses this year

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:22 am

TFCI plans anchor investment in hospitality and real estate AIFs

The company has filed an application with SEBI for registration of the fund

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:19 am

When should a founder bring in a professional CEO

A founders vision may fuel initial growth, but the path to profitability often calls for a different skillset

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:19 am

Market surges to new highs: Which stocks should you be buying now?

Benchmark indices reached new all-time highs as 2026 trading commenced, fueling stock-specific action. Traders carried forward bullish bets and r

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 6:18 am

A GPS to guide the surgeons hand

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:13 am

AYUSH gets formal recognition in Indias trade pacts with Oman, New Zealand

Exports of AYUSH and herbal products rose by 6.11 per cent, increasing from USD 649.2 million in 2023-24 to USD 688.89 million in 2024-25, reflec

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:12 am

Stocks in news: DMart, Bajaj Finance, Marico, Vedanta, Hindustan Zinc

Indian markets surged to new record highs, marking a strong start to the New Year. Nifty decisively crossed the 26,200 mark. Several companies li

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 6:11 am

India becomes worlds largest rice producer, overtakes China: Shivraj Chouhan

Speaking at an event in New Delhi, the minister also released 184 new high-yielding and climate-resilient varieties of 25 crops developed by ICAR

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 6:07 am

Uses of systematic investment, transfer plans

Both these are methods of investment and not an investment product per se; understanding the nuances of the two concepts would help you to deploy

The Hindu 5 Jan 2026 6:04 am

Falling provisions set to lift banks' RoA in December quarter

Banks are likely to see lower provisioning for bad loans in the December quarter. This follows a significant drop in the previous quarter. Improv

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 6:03 am

India now shops by season: ACs for summer, air purifiers for winter

The seasonal nature of air purifier and air-conditioner sales poses challenges for marketers. Blue Star emphasizes the need for strategic communi

Livemint 5 Jan 2026 6:00 am

DMK runs Tamil Nadu on 20% cut money, says Amit Shah at mega rally

Addressing a massive BJP rally, Shah accused the DMK of dynasty politics, anti-Hindu actions, failure to protect women, farmers and workers, and

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 5:55 am

Nifty could head to 26,800 in Jan; dips a buying opportunity

The Nifty has broken out of a five-week consolidation, signaling a resumption of its uptrend and is expected to rally towards 26,800 in January.

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 5:53 am

OPEC+ maintains steady oil output amid geopolitical tensions

OPEC+ has decided to keep oil production steady. This decision comes despite political friction between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and the US appr

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 5:42 am

Staff at your neighbourhood PSU bank is working harder than you think

Profit per employee, a key metric that tracks staff productivity, has risen sharply for public sector banks.

Livemint 5 Jan 2026 5:40 am

Achche din for homegrown IT services companies delayed

Geopolitical uncertainty and US-Europe tariff concerns have dampened hopes for a quick rebound in tech spending. Brokerages expect a mixed bag fo

Livemint 5 Jan 2026 5:30 am

ET Exclusive: Air India set to say 'Tata' to CEO Campbell Wilson in cockpit reset

Tata Sons is actively seeking new leadership for its airline business, with chairman N Chandrasekaran reportedly in talks with international avia

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Schemes on cards to give women more financial muscle; announcements likely in Budget 2026

Customised credit cards, loan products and women-focused insurance plans may be key announcements as the government is looking to build on the me

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 5:30 am

Rupee may be in for tough week on Venezuela crisis, chances of more US action

Global tensions may weaken the Indian rupee this week. Experts predict volatility due to US actions in Venezuela. The rupee has already declined.

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 5:29 am

Spotted: Swiggy's performance art as ad

In the last couple of decades, installations of performance art have entered the mainstream, including museums. How well do they work as an adver

Livemint 5 Jan 2026 5:00 am

Indian carriers to induct about 100 aircraft annually for 15 years: Minister

India is adopting a multi-pronged strategy to boost international flights from its expanding airport network. The government aims for Indian airp

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 4:44 am

Travel insurance takes off after pandemic

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 4:41 am

Obesity therapy mkt set to evolve rapidly

Novo Nordisk India MD expects Wegovys price cut to lift patient uptake 57 times

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 4:32 am

Finos small fin bank plan: Secured loans

Fino Payments Bank is set to transform into a small finance bank. This move will allow it to expand secured lending. The bank plans to separate i

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 4:22 am

US hold on oil may help India recover $1 billion dues

A potential US-led restructuring of Venezuela's oil sector could significantly benefit India, offering a chance to recover nearly $1 billion in o

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 4:18 am

Social Security Code: Focus on childcare benefits is back

India Inc is significantly boosting childcare budgets, with 60% of companies planning higher spends, doubling their investment from three years a

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 4:10 am

No immediate impact seen on Indias oil supplies, prices

Developments in Venezuela are unlikely to immediately impact India's oil supplies or prices, as Venezuelan crude has been largely absent from glo

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 3:57 am

Dubai gold prices break records: Whats driving the rally and should you buy in 2026?

Dubai's gold market experienced a dramatic rally in 2025, with 24-carat gold prices soaring by over 63.5 percent. This surge, driven by global sa

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 1:37 am

HDFC AMC to enter private credit, plans Rs 2.5k-cr fund

International Finance Corp., the World Bank Group's private-sector arm, has committed Rs 220 crore as anchor investor, while the remaining capita

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 1:15 am

Banks' asset quality getting better, gross NPAs at 10-year low

Indian banks show improved asset quality with declining bad loans. Special Mention Accounts and Gross Non-Performing Assets have fallen significa

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 1:03 am

Record health insurance claims settled in FY25, average payout per claim declines

Indian insurers settled a record number of health claims in FY25. Settlement ratios improved significantly, with fewer claims rejected. Average p

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:35 am

India mulls tax exemption for sovereign wealth funds equity gains amid heavy foreign outflows

India may exempt Sovereign Wealth Funds and patient capital from taxes on Indian stock market earnings. This proposal aims to attract stable fore

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:18 am

US will not run Venezuela day to day, Rubio says after Trump remarks

Rubio said the US would instead continue enforcing an existing oil quarantine on sanctioned tankers as leverage to press policy changes, includin

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 11:36 pm

How Trump is reviving the Monroe Doctrine after Maduros arrest

President Donald Trumps reference to the Monroe Doctrine while explaining the US operation that led to Nicolas Maduros arrest has revived debate

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 11:30 pm

US attack on Venezuela gives China diplomatic opening, analysts say

Beijing is expected to use the episode to challenge US claims of a rules-based international order and reinforce its positions on Taiwan and the

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 11:11 pm

Venezuela oil plan: Trumps takeover idea unlikely to shift global prices soon

Analysts believe US President Trump's plan to seize Venezuela's oil industry and invite American companies to rebuild it will not immediately imp

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 11:11 pm

Explainer: Venezuelas distressed debt and who stands to collect

Venezuelas long-running debt crisis has returned to the spotlight after the fall of President Nicolas Maduro, raising fresh questions over who wi

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 11:07 pm

Maduro capture: many security personnel killed in US raid, says Venezuela

Speaking on state television, Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino did not give an exact casualty count but confirmed that the military has been ful

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 10:59 pm

Retail inflation outlook: CPI likely rises to 1.66% in Dec on food prices

India's retail inflation is projected to rise to 1.66% in December 2025, up from 0.71% in November, driven by increasing food prices. Despite thi

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 10:40 pm

AYUSH gets recognition in India's free trade pacts with Oman, New Zealand

India's traditional medicine system, AYUSH, has achieved formal recognition in bilateral trade agreements with Oman and New Zealand. These agreem

The Economic Times 4 Jan 2026 9:35 pm

Trump posts list of nations, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, whose immigrants receive welfare in US; India not on list

The Immigrant Welfare Recipient Rates by Country of Origin list includes about 120 nations and territories around the world, whose immigrants in

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 9:27 pm

India-EU FTA talks: Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels this week; talks enter final phase

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is heading to Brussels for crucial talks on the India-EU free trade agreement, now in its final and most challengi

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 9:24 pm

Export to Venezuela less than 1 per cent of total exports: Bajaj Auto

Bajaj Auto has stated that its exports to Venezuela represent less than 1% of its total overseas shipments. This clarification comes after the US

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 9:00 pm

When AI meets politics: DMK taps into tech to craft its 2026 poll manifesto

In a first, TNs ruling party turns to AI to crowdsource suggestions

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 8:48 pm

Focus may shift to CY26 budgets and AI scaling as IT growth remains muted in Q3

Indian IT services face muted Q3 growth, shifting focus to CY26 budgets and AI scalability amid cautious demand.

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 8:38 pm

Maduro overthrow in oil-rich Venezuela unlikely to shake energy markets in the near term

While Venezuela has the world's largest oil reserves, its oil production is relatively small. Maduro overthrow in oil-rich Venezuela unlikely to

India Vision 4 Jan 2026 8:34 pm

Airlines scramble to add Caribbean flights after flight ban strands tens of thousands of travelers

U.S. airlines resumed flights to Puerto Rico and other Caribbean destinations early Sunday after aviation authorities lifted temporary airspace r

India Vision 4 Jan 2026 8:32 pm

Rice production milestone! India overtakes China as top global producer; output hits 150mn tonnes

India has become the world's largest rice producer, surpassing China with an output of 150.18 million tonnes. This achievement follows the releas

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 8:10 pm

UP Shri Anna farmer show strong preference for govt procurement over open market sales

Procurement of Shri Anna, which commenced on October 1, has now been successfully completed. This year, a total of 2.13 lakh metric tonnes of mil

The Economic Times 4 Jan 2026 7:50 pm

Agri varsity VC cautions against urea abuse

Instead of yielding additional benefits, it can even lead to chemical residues in the produce

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 7:46 pm

Gold, silver brace for swings next week on US data, Venezuela turmoil: Analysts

According to experts, commodities markets are expected to see aggressive trading on Monday, reflecting volatile geopolitics after the US captured

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 7:25 pm

Equities outlook: Report flags stable macro backdrop; warns valuations already price in optimism

Indian equities are poised for stable performance heading into 2026, driven by robust corporate balance sheets and an earnings recovery. However,

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 7:20 pm

Social security code draft rules cover gig workers, but unions flag platform conduct concerns

Workers will have to be employed with a single aggregator for a minimum period of 90 days in a year to avail social security benefits, as per pre

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 7:15 pm

India becomes world's largest rice producer, surpasses China: Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

India has become the world's largest rice producer, surpassing China. The nation achieved this milestone with a total output of 150.18 million to

The Economic Times 4 Jan 2026 7:12 pm

Bengalurus residential demand outlook for 2026 remains positive: Zayd Noaman

According to Zayd Noaman, President of CREDAI Bengaluru, post-pandemic shifts in consumer behaviour have structurally altered the housing market

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 7:07 pm

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide D-Street action on Monday

Indian markets surged on Friday, marking the second trading day of the new year. The Nifty 50 reached an all-time high as a broad rally took hold

The Economic Times 4 Jan 2026 6:33 pm

Housing inventory: Unsold homes rise 4% across top cities; new supply continues to outpace demand

Unsold housing inventory in India's top seven cities rose 4% last year, reaching over 5.76 lakh units as new supply outpaced buyer demand. Housin

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 6:30 pm

'Significant concern': Irdai on mis-selling in insurance sector, asks insurers to...

Mis-selling involves the sale of insurance products to consumers without proper disclosure of terms, conditions or suitability.

DNA India 4 Jan 2026 6:21 pm

Venezuela raid by US revives oil risk premium, Dalal Street braces for crude-led swings on Monday

The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has reintroduced geopolitical risk into oil markets, impacting global crude prices. While imme

The Economic Times 4 Jan 2026 6:17 pm

Power banks barred from use on board aircraft: DGCA

Guidelines issued following fire incidents linked to lithium batteries

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 5:58 pm

Dense to very dense fog warning issued as fresh western disturbance approaches

Prevailing cold may trigger ground frost in parts of Uttarakhand on Monday and Tuesday, warns IMD

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 5:50 pm

Cigarette tax hike: Experts warn of surge in illicit trade; fear major revenue losses for government

Experts warn that a significant tax hike on cigarettes, coupled with a new excise duty structure, could fuel illicit trade and lead to substantia

The Times of India 4 Jan 2026 5:45 pm

Karnataka recorded highest growth in tax collection, Gujarat in capital expenditure

Although Karnataka saw the highest growth rate in terms of tax revenue (excluding the share of Union Taxes), it is behind Maharashtra and Uttar P

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 5:40 pm

CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal asks officials to be ready for transition to new I-T Act

The Income Tax Department is gearing up for a significant change. A new direct tax law will be implemented from April 1, 2026, replacing the old

The Economic Times 4 Jan 2026 5:26 pm

DoE to rationalise Central schemes; seeks inputs on clubbing, scrapping

Holds meeting with various Ministries for proposals on restructuring schemes falling under their domain

The Hindu Businessline 4 Jan 2026 5:19 pm

AI-made Disney shorts are coming. What happens to Indian creators?

The Disney-OpenAI collaboration signals a transformative era for AI-generated content in India, targeting Gen Z's preference for short-form video

Livemint 4 Jan 2026 5:07 pm