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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
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
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
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
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
Why VPPAs may not be a game-changer
Renewable energy certificates remain a simpler, cheaper alternative to taking a punt on electricity prices
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
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 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
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
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
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
Shrinking gap in peak electricity demand
Electricity demand in peak winter is almost the same as in peak summer
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
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
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
Developers told to add BESS, shift to non-solar hours
Move seeks to ensure solar parks power generation is not constrained by evacuation capacity
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
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
A watershed moment for battery storage capacity
Energy storage system capacity tendered exceeded 100 GWhr
ANEEL fuel fundamentally reshapes Indias thorium pathway
US-based company promises to ease the countrys dependence on uranium for nuclear power generation
Lending muscle to B2B innovation
Why VC firm VenturEast is doubling down on the defence, aerospace, and energy transition sectors
Global opportunities ahead, but China is a competitive threat
CEOs from different industries talk about the trends that will shape their businesses this year
TFCI plans anchor investment in hospitality and real estate AIFs
The company has filed an application with SEBI for registration of the fund
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
Obesity therapy mkt set to evolve rapidly
Novo Nordisk India MD expects Wegovys price cut to lift patient uptake 57 times
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 Immigrant Welfare Recipient Rates by Country of Origin list includes about 120 nations and territories around the world, whose immigrants in
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
Agri varsity VC cautions against urea abuse
Instead of yielding additional benefits, it can even lead to chemical residues in the produce
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
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,
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
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
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
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
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
'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.
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
Power banks barred from use on board aircraft: DGCA
Guidelines issued following fire incidents linked to lithium batteries
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
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
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
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
DoE to rationalise Central schemes; seeks inputs on clubbing, scrapping
Holds meeting with various Ministries for proposals on restructuring schemes falling under their domain
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
