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SEBI Board members to disclose their interest under new Securities Markets Code Bill

Proposed law also mandates transfer of surplus funds to the government SEBI to transfer its surplus to Centre

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 1:43 pm

Platinum soars to 18-year high as investors hedge against currency fall

Surging open interests in Guangzhou futures exchange point to bullish sentiment in the market

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 1:42 pm

Amazon shakes up AI team as veteran Rohit Prasad leaves, Peter DeSantis promoted

Amazon is shaking up its artificial intelligence team with one long-time veteran heading for the exit and another taking over a more expansive gr

The Hindu 18 Dec 2025 1:41 pm

Sensex, Nifty extend mild gains, AMC stocks, IndiGo, Max Healthcare in focus

IT and financial stocks soared over 1 per cent, while realty, metal, consumer durables and banking indices traded with modest gains

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 1:13 pm

Securities Market Code Bill introduced in LS; govt proposes sending it to parliamentary panel

The Securities Markets Code Bill 2025 seeks to merge the provisions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992, the Depositories Act

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 1:05 pm

RBIs clean-up is forcing a rethink of NBFCfintech co-lending models

As RBI tightens rules, fintechNBFC partnerships are moving away from balance-sheet renting toward tighter risk alignment, cleaner unit economics

Livemint 18 Dec 2025 1:04 pm

KSH International IPO limps with 36% subscription, retail interest ahead of muted institutional response

710-crore issue sees weak demand

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 12:36 pm

Crompton Greaves shares jump 6% as Motilal Oswal initiates with Buy. Check target, upside potential

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals shares surged 6% after Motilal Oswal initiated coverage with a 'Buy' rating and a Rs 350 price target, impl

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:34 pm

SEBIs new MF expense circular progressive, impact on AMCs negligible: ABSL MF CEO A Balasubramanian

SEBIs latest mutual fund expense circular is progressive, investor-friendly and will have a negligible impact on AMCs profitability, says Aditya

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:33 pm

Jefferies downgrades Hero MotoCorp to Underperform, sees 15% downside. Here are 3 reasons

Hero MotoCorp shares fell for a fifth straight session after Jefferies downgraded the stock to Underperform and cut its target price to Rs 4,950.

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:31 pm

Indias coal production likely to remain flat in 2025, says IEA

IEA pegs output at 1,089 mt as public sector miners see declines; Early and prolonged monsoon weighed on production

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 12:28 pm

Stock market in 2026: threats and opportunities

As 2025 draws to a close, markets face a pivotal 2026 marked by risks from a potential AI stock correction and opportunities from Indias growth r

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:26 pm

SEBI introduces new rules for mutual funds, stock brokers

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved a major overhaul of regulations governing mutual funds and stock brokers.

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 12:22 pm

Meesho shares double from IPO price: What's driving the surge?

Meesho, the Indian e-commerce platform, has seen its shares surge by 8% to a record high of 233 on Thursday.

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 12:21 pm

IIIT Hyderabad launches online course on agentic AI

Designed to be hands-on and practice-oriented, the course enables learners to design, build, test and deploy agentic AI systems grounded in real-

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 12:19 pm

Betting on iPhones! Tatas invest Rs 1,500 crore in Tata Electronics; company phones on contract for Apple

Tata Group is significantly boosting its investment in iPhone manufacturing, injecting an additional Rs 1,500 crore into Tata Electronics, a key

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 12:16 pm

Economic boom for US? Trump's promises for 2026 lower interests, cheap electricity & more

President Trump anticipates a significant economic boom next year, citing his administration's policies. He promised increased take-home pay, the

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 12:15 pm

I am going to get richer when the fake economy crashes, says Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki. Heres why

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has warned of an impending economic crash driven by Fed rate cuts and renewed money printing. Calling th

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:15 pm

Shriram Finance shares rise on reports of 20% stake deal with MUFG

Shriram Finance shares rose for a second straight session after reports that its board will meet to consider a possible equity stake sale to Japa

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:11 pm

Foundation stone laid for research centre at Keralas Bio 360 Life Sciences Park

Major step forward in Keralas efforts to emerge as a hub for biomedical and life sciences industries

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 12:10 pm

Santosh Rao sees market rotation, not a Santa rally at year-end

US President Trump's optimistic inflation comments contrast with consumer affordability concerns. While markets anticipate policy support and pot

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:09 pm

Bitcoin pulls back from $90K as US Senate puts crypto bill on hold

Bitcoin briefly crossed the $90,000 mark before sliding to around $86,000 after the US Senate postponed key crypto legislation until 2026, adding

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:06 pm

Indias retail boom set to draw USD 3.5 billion as US malls struggle: ANAROCK study

Indias retail real estate sector is set to attract over USD 3.5 billion in investments over the next three years, ANAROCK said, as global capital

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 12:01 pm

ICICI Prudential AMC shares to list tomorrow, GMP at 17%. Heres what to expect

ICICI Prudential AMC shares are set to debut on December 19 after a Rs 10,600 crore IPO that saw robust demand, including 124x subscription from

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:57 am

ACME Solar raises 4,725 crore, expands lender base

ACME also secured 1,209 crore from Yes Bank to refinance its operational 300 MW Sikar Solar project, cutting debt costs by 170 basis points initi

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 11:56 am

Rupee near record low: 5 signals the currency pain may peak before a H2 rebound

After sliding to record lows near 91 per dollar, the Indian rupee may be nearing the end of its depreciation cycle, SBI Research suggests. Driven

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:53 am

Catching the Markets Swing: How traders ride market moves across India, US and global bourses

Swing trading sits comfortably between long-term investing and high-frequency day trading, appealing to market participants who want to capture s

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:48 am

India streamlines visa processes for foreign professionals, engineers needed by domestic firms

The move is expected to help companies that import machinery from countries such as China

The Hindu 18 Dec 2025 11:47 am

Home services start-up Pronto in talks to raise $25M

Pronto, a start-up that offers quick home services, is reportedly in talks to raise around $25 million in its latest funding round.

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 11:43 am

Why GIFT City matters for Indias next phase of global capital flows

GIFT City is emerging as a key gateway for Indias global capital flows, offering NRIs a simplified, globally aligned investment platform. With ra

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:42 am

AMC stocks surge up to 7% as SEBIs final mutual fund rules prove less stringent than feared

Canara Robeco leading gains at 7.09 per cent, followed by HDFC AMC rising 4.69 per cent and Nippon Life AMC up 3.87 per cent

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 11:36 am

Haryana needs to improve on SDG, HDI to be a developed state before 2047, says study

A NITI Aayog paper says the state needs to make inclusive and proactive policies to achieving early developed status

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 11:35 am

Bullion boom isnt over yet! Which metal deserves more of your money now - Gold or silver?

Gold and silver have experienced a remarkable rally in 2025, with gold surging over 60% and silver by nearly 120%. Analysts suggest the upward tr

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:32 am

How to maximize credit card interest-free days: A simple guide

Understanding the risks of credit card usage is essential. By maximising interest-free days through careful planning, users can avoid high costs,

Livemint 18 Dec 2025 11:28 am

India's goods exports likely to contract by 1% in FY26, service exports too slowed: Report

India's goods exports are expected to contract by around 1 per cent in FY26, compared to a marginal growth registered last year, according to a r

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 11:25 am

Phytochem Remedies IPO opens today, aims to raise 38cr

Phytochem Remedies (India) Ltd has announced its initial public offering (IPO), which opens for subscription today.

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 11:24 am

Feds year-end liquidity push calms US bond markets ahead of seasonal funding pressure

U.S. bond markets are heading into year-end with unusual calm as the Federal Reserve ramps up Treasury bill purchases to ease seasonal liquidity

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:19 am

CIAL facilitates safe emergency landing of a diverted flight

Airline clarified that the baggage reconciliation process is underway. Once it is completed, passengers will be shifted to Calicut by road

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 11:10 am

Northern Hemisphere set for shortest day of the year: Heres what to know

The winter solstice marks the shortest day and longest night in the Northern Hemisphere, signalling the start of astronomical winterand the gradu

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 11:06 am

Two to tango: How child-free couples are rethinking retirement, health and legacy

Across urban India, child-free couples are intentionally reshaping their finances, prioritising flexibility, early retirement, experiences, and l

Livemint 18 Dec 2025 11:06 am

Parliament clears bill for 100% foreign investment in insurance sector

The Rajya Sabha has approved the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025.

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 11:02 am

Up to 379% return: 10 SME IPOs that delivered multibagger returns in a tough 2025

Despite a challenging year for India's SME IPO market, ten companies delivered exceptional multibagger returns in 2025. These standout performers

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:02 am

Fast Capital, Smart Dilution: Why QIPs are the go-to route for listed companies

Qualified Institutional Placements have emerged as a key fundraising route in India, enabling listed companies to raise capital quickly from inst

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 11:00 am

India bonds barely move with all eyes on RBI debt purchase

Indian government bonds were range-bound amid shallow trading volumes on Thursday, as market participants awaited the outcome of the central bank

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 10:51 am

Asian stocks today: Markets trade in red amid AI concerns; Nikkei sheds over 400 points

Asian stocks tumbled, mirroring Wall Street's decline, as investor concerns grew over the technology sector's high valuations and substantial AI

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 10:41 am

Explained: Why AMC stocks rallied up to 7% despite Sebi cutting total expense ratio

AMC and wealth management stocks saw a sharp uptick on Thursday after Sebis final expense ratio framework proved less harsh than feared. Investor

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 10:37 am

Coursera to acquire Udemy in $2.5B deal

Online education platform Coursera has announced its plan to acquire rival company Udemy in an all-stock deal valued at $2.5 billion.

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 10:28 am

Rupee slide weighs on markets, but January earnings could trigger recovery: Dipan Mehta

Indian markets are under pressure due to rupee depreciation and trade uncertainty, but the weakness may be temporary, says Dipan Mehta of Elixir

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 10:27 am

TER clarity a welcome step, but Indias MF industry still far from scale: Feroze Azeez

SEBI's move to unbundle statutory levies from mutual fund TER aims for transparency, but Feroze Azeez of Anand Rathi Wealth cautions against exce

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 10:23 am

Nifty Prediction Today December 18, 2025: Nifty 50 Futures: Intraday bounce possible from the upcoming support

High-risk appetite traders can go long on dips

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 10:17 am

Sensex, Nifty open lower on global weakness; tech stocks lead gains

The weakness in domestic equities mirrors a sharp sell-off in US markets, where S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow extended their losing streak amid profit-

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 10:17 am

Gold price hovers near Rs 1.35 lakh, silver retreats from record high. Should you buy the dip?

Gold and silver prices dropped on Thursday, with gold futures slipping 0.26% and silver futures falling 0.45% on the MCX, as traders booked profi

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 10:16 am

Crude oil futures gain on supply disruption concerns

At 9.59 am on Thursday, February Brent oil futures were at $60.07, up by 0.65% and February crude oil futures on WTI were at $56.24, up by 0.77%

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 10:16 am

Kerala organ trafficking case: NIA finds donors sent to Tajikistan besides Iran

Investigators said proceeds from the illegal trade were routed through bank accounts and converted into cryptocurrencies.

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 10:10 am

How this Indian AI stock gained 55,000% in 20 months

RRP Semiconductor Ltd., a little-known Indian company, has become the world's best-performing stock with an astronomical surge of over 55,000% in

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 10:04 am

KPI Green shares gain 4% on landmark deal with Botswana for renewable energy projects

KPI Green Energy shares surged following its parent company's MoU with Botswana for renewable energy development. The agreement aims to establish

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:58 am

Rupee heals after historic lows! Currency opens 6 paise up against US dollar What lies ahead?

The Indian rupee is showing a tentative recovery against the US dollar, climbing after hitting historic lows earlier this week. Aggressive interv

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 9:56 am

Google rolls out Gemini 3 Flash

Gemini 3 Flash will be the default model for AI Mode globally.

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 9:56 am

Delhi: Entry ban on non-city private vehicles below BS-VI comes into force

According to officials, 580 police personnel have been deployed at 126 checkpoints, including borders

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 9:43 am

Paytm gets RBI nod for offline, cross-border payment aggregation

Paytm Payments Services Limited (PPSL), a subsidiary of One 97 Communications Limited, has received authorization from the Reserve Bank of India

NewsBytes 18 Dec 2025 9:42 am

Tata Steel shares up 25% in 2025 after a sharp run-up. Should you chase the rally or brace for a pause?

Tata Steel shares have surged 25% in 2025, driven by expansion approvals like the Neelachal Ispat Nigam Ltd project and a strategic acquisition.

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:42 am

Sensex falls over 300 pts, Nifty below 25,750 amid trade pact worries

Indian stocks extended losses for a fourth session on Thursday, with the Sensex and Nifty falling amid U.S.-India trade deal uncertainty. However

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:40 am

Delhi: With effect from 12 am, vehicles without pollution certificate will not receive fuel at petrol pumps

This initiative is part of Delhi's broader efforts to combat pollution, including restrictions on non-BS-VI vehicles and the promotion of electri

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 9:37 am

Meesho shares rally 8%, double from IPO price in just 7 sessions. Whats driving the surge?

Meesho shares have surged to a new record high, gaining 110% since their IPO. The company's market capitalization now exceeds Rs 1 lakh crore. In

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:36 am

Niftys worst performers of 2025: 10 stocks that took the biggest hit this year

While the Nifty 50 saw gains in 2025, several prominent stocks experienced significant declines. Trent led the pack with a 43% drop, followed by

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:28 am

Speculation behind India not participating in Pax Silica: US explains trade separate from supply chain security; Helberg to attend Delhi summit

The US clarified India's exclusion from the new Pax Silica initiative is not due to political or trade issues, emphasizing India's crucial role a

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 9:25 am

TCS shares in focus as co eyes global AI leadership. Check target price

TCS shares: The company laid out an ambitious plan to become the worlds largest AI-led technology services firm. At its Analyst Day, TCS detailed

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:25 am

Flipkart gets NCLT nod for restructuring, moves closer to IPO

NCLT sanctions Scheme of Amalgamation involving eight Singapore-incorporated transferor companies merging into Flipkart Internet Private Limited,

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 9:24 am

Some sanctioned oil vessels divert from Venezuela as Trump threatens blockade

Additionally, hundreds of ships themselves have been sanctioned part of a massive shadow fleet of often aging vessels that has proliferated in r

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 9:19 am

Stock market today: Nifty50 opens below 25,800; BSE Sensex down around 150 points

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, opened in red in trade on Thursday. While Nifty50 was below 25,800,

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 9:18 am

Despite tariffs, China consumer giants push into the US as domestic market stalls

Chinese consumer brands are expanding into the U.S. market, seeking higher profit margins to offset slowing domestic spending. Companies like Urb

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:14 am

KSH International IPO Day 3: Check GMP trend, subscription update and key details. Should you subscribe?

The Rs 710-crore KSH International IPO entered its final day with muted investor response, as the grey market premium slipped back to zero. Subsc

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:13 am

World-Beating 55,000% surge in India AI stock fuels bubble fears

Exchanges and chipmakers in Asia have started to warn investors about the risks of chasing hot AI trades

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 9:03 am

Sammaan Capital among 5 F&O stocks with a sharp rise in futures open interest

Five stocks in the NSE F&O segment recorded a sharp rise in futures open interest as of December 17, indicating heightened derivatives activity.

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:00 am

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin appeals to PM Modi to resolve US tariffs issue

Tamil Nadus textile, leather and footwear exporters facing loss of orders, production cuts and margin erosion, says CM

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 9:00 am

Specialty entry a positive for Glenmark; cautious on Ola, DMart amid rising competition: Amnish Aggarwal

Glenmarks entry into specialty pharma could unlock new growth opportunities, while rising competition keeps analysts cautious on Ola Electric and

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:00 am

Dubai, Abu Dhabi are emerging as global wealth hubs for Indians: Savills India CEO Anurag Mathur

Dubai and Abu Dhabi are emerging as prime global wealth hubs for Indians, attracting high-net-worth individuals with their favourable tax regimes

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 9:00 am

Titagarh Rail shares in focus on Rs 273-crore Indian Railways order

Titagarh Rail Systems secured a significant Rs 273.24 crore rail maintenance project from the Ministry of Railways for 62 Rail Borne Maintenance

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 8:58 am

Wages up, prices down: Trump says he fixed US economy heres how his favourite word tariffs fits in

President Trump highlighted his administration's economic achievements, focusing on reduced inflation, increased investment driven by tariffs, an

The Times of India 18 Dec 2025 8:57 am

Vedanta demerger: Citi sees value as 5-way split approaches, debt stays in check

Vedantas plan to split into five listed, pure-play companies is moving closer to execution after tribunal approval, with Citi arguing the demerge

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 8:54 am

Akzo Nobel shares in focus after Goldman Sachs buys Rs 106 crore worth stake in bulk deal

Akzo Nobel India shares: Goldman Sachs bought shares worth 106 crore through a bulk deal, while promoter Imperial Chemical Industries sold a much

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 8:47 am

Titagarh Rail Systems secures 273-crore RBMV contract from Indian Railways

The order marks TRSLs first foray into the high-value safety and signalling systems segment.

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 8:41 am

HCL Tech shares in focus on contract with Netherlands ASN Bank for digital transformation

HCL Tech has been selected as a strategic partner by ASN Bank in the Netherlands to modernize its IT architecture under a multi-year agreement. T

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 8:39 am

APL Apollo Tubes among 5 midcap stocks showing bullish RSI upswing

Five Nifty200 stocks showed improving momentum on 16 December as their RSI readings crossed above the 50 mark. This shift signals strengthening p

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 8:39 am

PM MITRA textile parks: 5,567 crore DPRs finalised across three states

The textiles ministry, in consultation with the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC), engaged prospective master develope

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 8:37 am

World-beating 55,000% surge in Indian AI stock fuels bubble fears

India's RRP Semiconductor, once the world's best-performing stock with a 55,000% surge, is now a cautionary tale. Despite negative revenue and a

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 8:31 am

Phytochem Remedies IPO opens on December 18, raising Rs 38.2 crore

The IPO comprises 39 lakh fresh equity shares at Rs 98 each and is aimed at funding equipment purchases, civil construction, debt repayment, and

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 8:26 am

Stocks to buy for 2026: RBL Bank, HDFC Life among 5 stocks that could give 10-30% return in 1 year

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

The Economic Times 18 Dec 2025 8:24 am

Who is Sergey Brin? Man who overtakes Amazon's Jeff Bezos to become world's fourth-richest, his net worth is Rs...

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has overtaken Amazon founder Jeff Bezos on the global billionaire list after Alphabet shares surged. Brin's net wor

DNA India 18 Dec 2025 8:21 am

India simplifies e-visas for foreign professionals under new B-4 category

Launched by the DPIIT on November 29 through the National Single Window System, the online module allows Indian firms, including PLI and non-PLI

The Hindu Businessline 18 Dec 2025 8:21 am