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Too much power, too little grid: Why Adani, NTPC and JSW are forced to cut solar power production
What happens when solar power capacity races ahead while transmission capacity lags? A bottleneck, that has forced the grid regulator to step in and direct power production cuts at Adani Group, NTPC Green, KKR-backed Serentica, EQT-backed Zelestra and JSW Group
Top 7 benefits of using a personal loan app for quick funding
Personal loan apps make borrowing smoother and quicker than traditional loan options. Since the entire process can be completed on a mobile phone, you can stay in complete control.
Rupee: RBIs effort has always been to reduce any abnormal or excessive volatility, says Guv Malhotra
Malhotra noted that healthy services exports coupled with strong remittance receipts are expected to keep CAD modest during 2025-26
'Finfluencer' in fix: Why did Sebi impound 546 crore earned by stock market trainer Avadhut Sathe?
Capital markets regulator Sebi passed an order impounding over 546 crore in the accounts of unregistered investment advisor Avadhut Sathe and his trading academy.
RBI not in favour of runaway credit growth, says real interest rates still quite high
The RBI is comfortable with current credit growth at 1x GDP. Governor Malhotra indicated that high growth rates can negatively affect asset quality. He remains optimistic about the economy's stability, particularly in secured loan segments, despite minor concerns in unsecured loans.
Your credit score to get updated every week as RBI amends directions: All you need to know
Until August 2024, credit institutions used to update credit information monthly. On 8 August 2024, the RBI instructed CIs to carry out credit information reporting every fortnight. This is now being revised to every week.
Gem & Jewellery show begins at Kochi; global buyers signal new growth wave
The three-day expo recognized as one of South Indias premier sourcing platforms, brings together 183 exhibitors from across India
6 key factors senior citizens should consider when choosing a credit card
Senior citizens can choose the best credit card by considering factors such as low fees, competitive interest rates, rewards, fraud protection, mobile support, and flexible EMI options.
RBI rate cut lifts markets; Sensex surges 447 points as banking stocks rally
Banking and financial services stocks led the advance, with the Nifty Bank index rising 488.50 points or 0.82 per cent to 59,777.20, while Nifty Financial Services surged 270.45 points or 0.98 per cent to 27,881.90
Who stands to gain from the IndiGo fiasco?
IndiGo meltdown: There is no winner in the entire situation; there are only losers and that starts with the lakhs of passengers who are stranded across the country with no hope of reaching home or their intended destination at their planned times.
Bajaj Finance surges 1.72% as Housing Finance unit hits low despite RBI rate cut
The divergence comes as Bajaj Housing Finance faces continued selling pressure after promoter Bajaj Finance offloaded stake worth 1,600 crore
RBI rate cut: Will lower lending rates follow? Banks now charge these interest rates on home loans
Interest rates on home loans, when linked to EBLR and MCLR, are adjusted based on the change in the RBI's repo rate.
Personal loans can support recovery after financial setbacks by offering quick, flexible credit, manageable EMIs and structured borrowing guidance while highlighting key risks and the importance of disciplined repayment.
The project will deploy 3D Ground Penetrating Radar technology to map underground utilities at airports in Mumbai, Thiruvananthapuram, Lucknow, Jaipur, Guwahati and Ahmedabad
IndiGo flight cancellations force DGCA U-turn on pilot rest rule
DGCA allows airlines to substitute leave with weekly rest when rostering pilots and flight crew.
Self-employed or informal income? Learn how to secure a personal loan by leveraging alternative income documents (ITR, GST, bank statements) and maintaining an excellent credit score above 750.
Nifty 500 reveals cracks beneath market highs
BSE Sensex hit a fresh high of 86159.02, while NSE Nifty 50 peaked to an all-time high of 26,325.80 on December 1, 2025
RBIs policy review delivers Goldilocks economicsand lower loan rates
RBIs MPC delivers an unexpected unanimous 25 bps rate cut as inflation plunges to 0.25% and growth projections rise. Liquidity infusion of 1.5 lakh crore aims to speed up rate transmission.
IndiGos December chaos is unfoldingand passengers are paying the price
IndiGos worst operational crunch in years has triggered mass delays, cancellations and fare spikes, with travellers scrambling for alternatives.
IndiGo shares under pressure as flight cancellations spark parliamentary concerns
The stock has lost 9.01% over the past week as IndiGo cancelled over 350 flights on Thursday and 102 flights in Bengaluru on Friday alone, affecting thousands of travellers
What really counts in life insurance: The claim experience
Indias life insurers are strengthening trust through faster settlements, digitized processes and tighter governance, even as challenges like nomination gaps and fraud prevention persist.
Sensex, Nifty rise on RBIs 25 bps rate cut; financial stocks lead rally
Shriram Finance, Bajaj twins, HCL Tech and Hindalco lead gains while HUL, IndiGo, Trent, Sun Pharma and Tata Motors PV lag
Markets open flat as investors await RBI policy decision; Shriram Finance leads gainers
The Sensex opened at 85,125.48 against its previous close of 85,265.32; Nifty opened at 25,999.80 compared to its previous close of 26,033.75
Rupee rises 20 paise to 89.69 against US dollar ahead of RBI's monetary policy decision
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 89.85 against the US dollar and gained ground, touching 89.69 in morning deals, registering a 20 paise gain from its previous close
Mint Explainer | Can 72,000 public chargers fix Indias slow EV adoption?
With only 29,000 public chargers today, Indias push to add 72,000 more raises a bigger question: will the infrastructure keep pace with accelerating EV demand?
Kaynes clarified that previously unrecognised intangible assets can be recognised at acquisition, and that customer contracts related to the Iskraemeco acquisition were treated as intangible assets and amortised accordingly
IPO LIVE Updates: Meesho IPO sees 8.45x subscription so far, last day to bid
Meesho IPO enters Day 3 LIVE Updates: Subscription Status & Latest Updates
Silver extends retreat from record high as traders book profits
The white metal fell below $57 an ounce, having lost more than 2% in the previous session to snap an eight-day winning streak
Flat opening seen ahead of RBI meet outcome
Global sentiment, FPI outflow will anchor movement
Read on to find out why these stocks will remain in focus today
Stock Market Live Updates 5 December 2025: Benchmark indices to open flat, eye RBI meet outcome
Sensex, Nifty live updates on 5 December 2025: Domestic markets are likely to open on a flat note, as the focus will be on the RBI monetary policy meet outcome.Analysts expect RBI to maintain the status quo and the focus will be on its pronouncements, especially on rupee movement and Indias growth outlook. According to JM Financial, the RBI has a tough task at hand focusing on its dual mandate of supporting growth while maintaining price stability. Markets are divided on the RBIs monetary policy expectation in December, specifically after the robust GDP print that followed the series low inflation. In addition to being forward looking, the RBIs policy decision should also ensure an effective transmission in yields.
Esops-The great reluctance to cash out
Esops help in retention and wealth creation, but a behavioural reluctance prevents many employees from selling company stock, even when it creates dangerous concentration risk in their portfolio.
VCs favour technologists, not hustlers, in Indias new AI, deep-tech wave
Startups spun out of IITs, research labs, and patent-heavy teams are attracting more funding as investors prioritise technical depth over execution-first founders.
Corporates usually wait for RBI rate decision before bond offers. Not this time
Bond issuers are breaking from past trends to flood the market with paper amid uncertainty about a rate cut, a weakening rupee, and a high supply of central and state government debt.
Frontier Warehousing launches open offer to buy 26% stake in Kesoram Industries
The offer was triggered after the company entered into a share purchase agreement with promoter-group entities including Aditya Birla Real Estate and Pilani Investment, to acquire 42.8 per cent of Kesorams equity at 4 per share
Consumption-led health cover turns hottest category: Report reveals top insurance trends of 2025
Health insurance plans are typically seen as a safety net that comes into use only during hospitalisation. However, this phenomenon has undergone a sea change in 2025, according to a Policybazaar report.
ELSS vs index mutual funds: Which one should investors choose and why?
Both equity-linked savings schemes and index mutual funds are suitable for long-term investment.
Mint explainer: What really went haywire at IndiGo?
IndiGo says crew shortages due to new duty-time rules, technical breakdowns at key airports, and heavy winter congestion have precipitated the crisis.
Gold seizures fall, but smuggling remains a challenge: DRI report
Nearly half of the total seizures were made during the period prior to import duty reduction by the Ggovernment in July 2024
Brokerages sound alarm on Kaynes Techs accounting, cash flow concerns
Analysts highlight balance-sheet stress, governance gaps and heavy contribution from the smart-metering unit
Sberbank launches India-focused mutual fund tracking Nifty50 for Russian investors
The fund tracks the Nifty50, comprising 50 large-cap stocks from Indias top companies across 15 sectors listed on the NSE
NephroPlus opens 871-crore IPO on December 10
Sets 438460 price band for IPO
M&M subsidiary divests 3.58% holding in CIE Automotive for 119 mn
Following the transaction, CIE Automotive S.A remains an associate company of the subsidiary
These 5 NBFCs offer the highest interest rates up to 8.9% on fixed deposits. Check details
FD interest rates: We list out NBFCs such as Muthoot Capital and Shriram Finance that offer high interest rates on their fixed deposits (FDs)
Rupee rebounds from record low; ends at 89.96 against USD
Softness in the dollar index following weak US ADP payroll data and speculation of RBI intervention helped stabilise the currency.
Digital NBFCs sanctioned loans amounting to 97,381 crore in H1 FY26: Report
Digital loans accounted for 19% of the sanction value and 80% of the sanction volume
IPO frenzy ahead with Wakefit, Corona Remedies, NephroPlus IPOs launching next week
SBI Securities recommends subscribing to Corona Remedies, but suggests avoiding Wakefit for now.
India media & entertainment industry to hit $47 billion by 2029, driven by digital boom
Internet advertising, OTT streaming, mobile gaming, and AI-powered creator economy are fuelling growth at almost twice the global rate.
Can a packed calendar of mega star releases in 2026 deliver the turnaround theatres are waiting for?
Trade experts say a powerhouse line-up of Shah Rukh, Salman, Ranbir, Vijay and more in 2026 could revive audience excitement and stabilize box-office revenues, marking a potential inflection point for cinemas after months of inconsistent performance.
Why 2025s market surprises make diversification more crucial than ever
Despite golds stellar run and equities late-year recovery, 2025 shows why chasing performance can hurt investors. A diversified, style-balanced portfolio is key to navigating shifting market cycles.
IT stocks lift indices as markets await RBI policy decision
The broader market showed mixed performance, with 1,903 stocks advancing against 1,977 declining on the BSE
Rupees undervaluation to attract global funds, say analysts
Analysts say the currencys sharp undervaluation historically tends to attract foreign investors back into local assets, suggesting further downside may be limited
HDFC Bank sees rupee falling to 92 in absence of quick US trade deal
The rupee fell to an all-time low of 90.42 on Thursday, extending an eight-month-long slide that has made it Asia's worst-performing currency
RBI to tolerate weaker rupee as inflows dry up, sources say
Reserve Bank of India will now tolerate a weaker rupee amidst multiple external headwinds, including a widening trade gap and stalled dollar inflows. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has shifted from aggressive dollar sales to allowing the rupee to fall, intervening only to curb sharp volatility or speculative build-up, not to defend a specific level.
JSW Steels joint venture move with Japans JFE Steel draws mixed reactions from brokerages
Motilal Oswal, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, Jefferies maintain buy calls, while Nuvama reduces rating on the stock and Citi, Elara maintain sell calls
Bond investors voice unease over potential Hassett-led rate cuts
Bond investors have raised concerns that Kevin Hassett, a leading contender to replace Jerome Powell, may push for aggressive rate cuts aligned with President Trumps preferences. Treasury officials were briefed by major Wall Street players, who worry Hassett could prioritise political objectives over market stability and the Feds inflation mandate.
Gold futures fall, silver gains as weak US data spurs caution
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery fell by 88, or 0.07 per cent
Japan's 30-year bond yields rise to record as auction tests demand
Japanese government bonds saw record-high yields on 30-year debt, reaching 3.445%, amid plans for massive stimulus. Despite concerns over rising yields, an auction for these bonds attracted strong investor demand. Analysts suggest this reflects a belief that interest rate hikes might be nearing their peak, potentially flattening the yield curve.
India's largest private lender sees rupee falling to 92 in absence of quick US trade deal
Uncertainty surrounding a U.S.-India trade deal is driving rupee volatility, with the currency potentially falling to 92 per dollar if an agreement is delayed. The rupee has already hit an all-time low, becoming Asia's worst performer due to a widening trade gap and weak investment flows.
India bonds dip as sliding rupee, policy unease bite
Indian government bonds are experiencing a downturn, with yields climbing as the rupee weakens and policy uncertainty looms. Despite robust economic growth and low inflation, traders are hesitant ahead of the central bank's decision. The Reserve Bank of India's liquidity operations are adding to market confusion, leaving investors awaiting clear signals on future rate cuts and liquidity management.
Bitcoin, Ethereum rally to two-week highs as strong Fed rate-cut expectations lift risk sentiment
Bitcoin and Ethereum climbed to two-week highs as strong expectations of a Fed rate cut boosted risk sentiment. BTC hovered near $93,400 while ETH crossed $3,200. Analysts said softer U.S. data, improving liquidity and renewed ETF inflows supported the rebound, though leverage remains muted amid recent liquidation-driven caution.
Gold hovered near Rs 1.30 lakh as traders awaited next weeks U.S. Fed meeting, with expectations of a rate cut keeping global prices firm above $4,200. Weak U.S. payroll data and a soft dollar supported bullion, while analysts said a dovish Fed could trigger a breakout above Rs 1.31 lakh.
Rupee sinks to 90.41 vs USD; economy continues to power on: Piyush Goyal
Big techs AI push and M&A revival set to drive surge in investment-grade debt issuance in 2026
Investment-grade debt issuance is set to surge in 2026 as Big Tech accelerates AI infrastructure spending and M&A activity rebounds. Top U.S. tech firms may require up to $100 billion in funding, while a swelling pipeline of corporate deals and renewed private-equity confidence is expected to further boost bond market activity.
Corona Remedies IPO opens next week: GMP among 10 things to know before subscription
Corona Remedies is launching its Rs 655 crore IPO next week. The Gujarat-based pharmaceutical firm is offering 100% of its shares. The grey market premium indicates a potential 29% upside. Investors can subscribe from December 8 to 10. The company has strong financial growth and high return ratios. Shares will list on NSE and BSE.
Rupees slide raises inflation risk, clouds rate cut hopes. Whats next for rate-sensitive sectors?
The rupees drop past 90 per dollar has shaken markets and dragged equities lower, with rate-sensitive sectors hit hardest. Despite strong GDP growth, the currencys near 5% depreciation this year makes it the worst performer among major EM peers and has revived inflation concerns. Analysts warn that continued weakness could limit the RBIs scope for further rate cuts.
Trumps Fed choice intensifies pressure on Treasury Secretary Bessent
President Donald Trump is intensely focused on lowering interest rates. He has tasked Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent with finding a new Federal Reserve chair. Trump wants swift rate cuts to boost the economy. The selection process is crucial, with potential candidates signaling willingness to align with Trump's agenda. The chosen nominee faces pressure to deliver.
Vidya Wires IPO Day 2: GMP trends, strong subscription. Should you apply?
Vidya Wires IPO: In the grey market, the IPO is quoting a 5 premium about 9.6% above the upper price band suggesting a possible listing near 57 per share. Investor sentiment remains upbeat, though the premium has eased from 11.54% earlier.
Let market forces decide MF investment in IPOs, says Nilesh Shah, MD, Kotak MF
Foreign investors walking away with profit without any value-add to business should be stopped, he says
Aequs IPO Day 2: GMP suggest 37% listing upside, heavy demand. Is it worth applying?
Aequs IPO saw strong Day 1 demand, getting subscribed 3.42 times, with retail bids soaring past 11 times. The grey market premium suggests a 37% listing upside, indicating a possible debut near Rs 170. Despite recent losses, analysts cite strong aerospace integration, high entry barriers, and attractive valuations as key positives.
Crude oil futures rise as Ukraine continues attacks on Russian oil infrastructure
At 9.57 am on Thursday, February Brent oil futures were at $62.92, up by 0.40% and January crude oil futures on WTI were at $59.26, up by 0.53%
Flight disruptions drag IndiGo 3% lower, stock slips for 5th straight session
IndiGo operator InterGlobe Aviations shares fell sharply after widespread flight disruptions crippled operations for two days, prompting a public apology from the airline. A mix of tech glitches, winter schedule changes, adverse weather, congestion, and new crew rostering rules hit punctuality, leading IndiGo to recalibrate schedules to stabilise operations over the next 48 hours.
Markets open flat as investors await RBI policy amid rupee weakness
Sensex, which closed at 85,106.81 in the previous session, opened at 84,987.56, while Nifty, which had settled at 25,986.00, started the day at 25,981.85
15 IPOs to track in 8 days. GMPs hint at up to 41% listing gains for investors
A surge of 15 IPOs is capturing investor attention, with some already seeing strong subscription. Grey market premiums indicate potential listing gains of up to 41% for select issues, driven by brand strength and sector momentum. While some offerings show robust early interest, others are awaiting clearer market signals.
Mint Explainer | New RBI digital banking rules kick in 2026heres what it means
The central banks new framework tightens approvals, raises compliance standards and reshapes how banks deliver digital services to millions of users.
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Looking for affordable investment advice? The fixed-fee model can offer a way out
While the percentage-based model that some RIAs offer may provide a wider range of services, the fixed-fee route can help clients access core financial planning for as low as 20,000 in the first year.
Want 1 crore in the next 10 years? Here's how much you need to invest in SIP
Mutual Funds: To accumulate 1 crore in the next 10 years, you must invest 43,470.95 every month in mutual funds via a systematic investment plan, assuming a 12% annual rate of return.
There are half a dozen mid-cap mutual funds that have delivered over 25% annualised returns in the past three years. A CAGR return of 25% over three years implies that an investment of 1 lakh would have grown to 1.95 lakh.
Income Tax: How to report foreign income and assets in your ITR?
CBDT sent messages and emails starting 28 November to taxpayers, urging them to revise their income tax returns (ITRs) before the 31 December deadline by disclosing their foreign income and assets
Beware of fraudsters offering credit card limit enhancement: 5 key tips to stay safe
A common trick fraudsters use to dupe credit card customers is to offer credit enhancement. Under the pretext, it is easy to convince people to share their card number, CVV, expiry date and even the OTP.
NRIs can cut tax on mutual fund gains using DTAA heres how
Recent tribunal rulings say NRIs in select treaty countries can pay capital gains tax only where they live making Indian mutual fund redemptions potentially tax-free if documents are in place.
Vidya Wires IPO books 1.78x on day 1
The retail investor segment led the subscription with 2.47 times oversubscription, followed by non-institutional investors at 1.89 times; QIBs remained cautious, bidding for only 0.47 times
