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India Inc sees growing interest for private credit as market expands

Domestic and global funds are racing to provide non-dilutive, flexible capital as companies seek faster financing and banks step back, while investors hunt steadier returns than equity can offer.

Livemint 8 Dec 2025 1:21 pm

Still believing these credit myths? Theyre quietly ruining your financial health

As 2025 ends, it's vital to debunk personal finance myths, especially regarding credit. Misconceptions include beliefs that BNPL doesn't affect credit scores, high income ensures good scores, and closing old cards is beneficial. 

Livemint 8 Dec 2025 12:31 pm

Axis Bank credit card travel redemption options: Transfer ratios, limits, and tips

Axis Bank credit cardholders can transfer their reward points to 20 partners (6 hotels and 14 airlines) categorised into Group A and B. There are groupwise calendar year limits on points transfers.

Livemint 8 Dec 2025 12:11 pm

AceVector files uDRHP to raise 300 crore

IPO comprises a fresh issue of 300 crore and an offer-for-sale of 6.38 crore shares

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 11:42 am

IndiGo stock declines for a seventh session amid DGCAs show-cause notice and deepening operational crisis

At 10.23 am, the stock traded 4 per cent lower at 5,118, hitting an intraday low of 5,001 on the NSE. The stock closed at 5,370.50 on Friday

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 10:35 am

Rupee falls 16 paise to 90.11 against US dollar in early trade

Forex traders said strong dollar demand from corporates, importers and foreign portfolio investors pressurised the rupee

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 10:26 am

IndiGo Share Price Live: DGCA show-cause notice and ops concerns drag IndiGo shares lower

Indigo flights cancellation, Indigo stocks & share price today live updates: IndiGo shares, operation highlights, DGCA notice in focus

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 9:44 am

Sell $100 million every minute:Inside Indias Rupee defense

The hard-to-predict intervention strategy is part of the Reserve Bank of Indias increasingly high-stakes attempt to manage the rupee as it weakens to all-time lows

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 9:34 am

Gold investment still has room to grow in 2026 as geopolitical risks persist: World Gold Council

According to the report, the outlook for gold in 2026 is being shaped by the uncertain economic environment that investors are currently navigating

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 8:55 am

Market to see flat opening amid weak global cues

Key events to watchthis week include: Indias CPI print on December 12, following Octobers record-low inflation reading of 0.25 per cent, along with data on loan growth, deposit growth, and forex reserves

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 8:09 am

Defence stocks MTAR, Cochin Shipyard, HFCL Dynamatic Tech, Takyon Networks, HAL, Kranti Industries to hog limelight in Mondays trade

Dassault Aviation and Dynamatic Technologies Limited (DTL) have entered into a strategic agreement for the manufacturing and assembly of the complete rear fuselage (Section 5) for Dassaults latest business jet, the Falcon 6X

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 7:59 am

Why these 5 infra companies will remain in focus on Monday (December 8)

Key projects development updates from Hazoor Multi Projects, NBCC, Ashoka Buildcon, SPML Infra Ceigall

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 7:53 am

10 stocks including Railtel, Fino Payments, Biocon, Emvee Energy, Landmark Cars, Mukka Proteins, Shriram Pistons, Supreme Petrochem to remain in focus today

RailTel Corporation of India has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the Ministry of External Affairs for the appointment of RailTel as project implementation agency (PIA) for the procurement and supply of 2,000 AI-enabled laptops

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 7:45 am

Wakefit IPO opens today at 185-195

Home furnishings company raised 580 crore from anchor investors

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 7:35 am

Derivative segment to kickstart pre-open session from today

Matching trade will start from 9 am. Similar to the cash segment, the pre-open session for equity derivatives will run from 9:00 am to 9:15 am

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 7:18 am

Stock Market Live Updates 8 December 2025: Stock to buy today: Indus Towers (415.70) BUY

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for Indus Towers. The stock has been oscillating around 400 for about a month now. This looks like a consolidation within the short-term uptrend.

The Hindu Businessline 8 Dec 2025 6:30 am

Creative Churn: Indian advertising agencies dread layoffs as AI upends industry globally

Two of the Big 5 advertising holding companiesOmnicom and Interpublic Grouphave agreed to merge globally. That has triggered a wave of job cuts, and local agencies are also bracing for a shakeup.

Livemint 8 Dec 2025 6:00 am

New-age companies spot gold at the bottom of the pyramid

E-bikes to eyewear, companies are scouting smaller cities to open shop and expand reach to cater to soaring growth

Livemint 8 Dec 2025 5:45 am

More IPO money funnels into capex in 2025 even as India Inc keeps powder dry

Capex allocations have jumped while acquisition and affiliate spends have shrunk this year. New entrants are reshaping India Incs IPO deployment mix with more tangible assets and low debt on books.

Livemint 8 Dec 2025 5:30 am

Gold prices may stay positive as traders await Fed's decision: Analysts

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures appreciated by 958, or 0.74 per cent, this week, outperforming the global prices.

The Hindu Businessline 7 Dec 2025 5:56 pm

Kantara to Pushpa: Why only big southern spectacles click up north

Despite the success of southern films in Hindi markets, many mid-budget productions avoid extensive marketing in North India due to high costs and limited appeal. Instead, they focus on OTT releases, limiting their theatrical presence in multiplex chains.

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 5:47 pm

Rupee at record low: Dont ignore international investing for hedging currency risk

With traditional domestic mutual funds reaching overseas investment caps, this guide explores alternative routes, including Gift City funds, foreign brokerage platforms, and global mutual funds, to help build a robust international portfolio.

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 4:33 pm

Why advertisers cant get enough of Ba***ds of Bollywood memefest

What was meant to be a spoof on the dirty business of Bollywood has, ironically, become the vehicle of Bollywood-themed ads.

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 2:23 pm

Observer Effect: Why media measurement remains perpetually broken

25 years ago, the business of advertising moved online with the promise of better measurement and more accountability. Traditional mediums followed suit so that today, advertisers and publishers are drowning in data. So why is media measurement still so untrustworthy? 

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 2:00 pm

India's forex reserves drop $1.88 bn to $686.227 bn with FCA down, gold reserves up

Over the past many weeks, the forex kitty has been largely in a downtrend

The Hindu Businessline 7 Dec 2025 1:36 pm

Mint Explainer | India, Russia to deepen nuclear ties: What it means for Indias 100 GW goal

Following President Putins visit, both countries agreed to expand cooperation at Kudankulam, explore a second nuclear site, and boost joint development and localization of nuclear technology.

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 1:34 pm

US Fed decision, FIIs trading activity to drive stock markets this week: Analysts

With Indias economic growth remaining resilient despite tariff pressures and global headwinds, the Indian equity market is well-positioned to benefit if global fund flows begin to rotate back into emerging markets

The Hindu Businessline 7 Dec 2025 1:33 pm

11 penny stocks crashed up to 93% in FY26 so far; are you holding any?

These laggards were identified using specific filters: a market cap below Rs 1,000 crore, a stock price under Rs 20, and a minimum recent trading volume of 5 lakh shares.

The Economic Times 7 Dec 2025 1:19 pm

PNB cuts repo-linked lending rates by 25 bps after RBI MPC announcement Will your home loan EMI go down? Explained

Repo-linked lending rate is a type of interest rate associated with home loans. If the RBI cuts its repo rates, the RLLR goes down and vice versa. With PNB's RLLR cut, home loan EMIs are expected to go down.

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 12:11 pm

Meesho shares set to list this week. What should investors expect?

Meeshos Rs 5,421.20 crore IPO, subscribed 79 times, is set to list on December 10, making it one of the most closely watched tech offerings of the year. The book-built issue, comprising a fresh issue of 38.29 crore shares and an offer for sale of 10.55 crore shares, saw overwhelming demand, signalling strong investor interest and grey-market gains of over 38%.

The Economic Times 7 Dec 2025 11:58 am

Mcap of five of top-10 most-valued firms surges 72,285 cr; TCS, Infosys biggest winners

Reliance Industries remained the most-valued domestic firm, followed by HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, TCS, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro and LIC

The Hindu Businessline 7 Dec 2025 11:41 am

Why finance keeps confusing investors: The everyday words that mislead us

From expensive stocks to liquid funds and corrections, everyday language in finance often means something entirely different and its tripping up even sensible investors.

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 11:35 am

SoftBank-backed AceVector files updated IPO papers; targets to raise 300 cr via fresh issue

In addition to the fresh issue, the IPO will also involve an offer-for-sale of 6.38 crore shares by existing shareholders, according to the updated draft red herring prospectus.

The Hindu Businessline 7 Dec 2025 11:10 am

SoftBank-backed AceVector files updated IPO papers; targets to raise Rs 300 cr via fresh issue

SoftBank-backed digital-commerce ecosystem AceVector Ltd has filed updated draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO), which will include a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 300 crore.

The Economic Times 7 Dec 2025 10:45 am

Mcap of five of top-10 most-valued firms surges Rs 72,285 cr; TCS, Infosys biggest winners

The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 72,284.74 crore last week, with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys emerging as the biggest winners.

The Economic Times 7 Dec 2025 10:37 am

Wall Street bets Chinese stocks will extend $2.4 trillion rally

China has regained global investor confidence in a stellar year for stocks, with the MSCI China Index rising about 30%, adding $2.4 trillion in value and outperforming the S&P 500. Fund managers including Amundi, BNP Paribas, Fidelity and Man Group expect further gains in 2026, driven by AI innovation and market resilience, as both passive and active inflows fuel the rally.

The Economic Times 7 Dec 2025 10:34 am

Nifty at 26K, but why is your stock portfolio bleeding?

Nifty crossed 26,000 on November 26, 2025, followed by the SENSEX breaching 86,000, signalling market optimism. However, investors portfolios tell a different story. While Nifty rose 67% over the past year, the BSE SmallCap index fell 5% and the MidCap index gained only 2%. This divergence highlights why index highs arent uniformly reflected across all portfolios.

The Economic Times 7 Dec 2025 10:19 am

Rupee trajectory and Rs 10,600-cr ICICI Pru AMC IPO among 7 key triggers for D-Street this week

Nifty ended the week flat with a mildly negative bias, but Fridays 0.59% surge to 26,186.45 signalled continued strength. Analysts say the indexs bullish structure supports a buy-on-dips approach. With RSI at 63 and MACD positive, momentum remains firm. Key resistance lies at 26,350, and a breakout could take Nifty toward 26,600 as markets eye crucial cues this week

The Economic Times 7 Dec 2025 10:04 am

Down to the bone: Young consumers increasingly want clean, portioned and recipe-ready meats

Companies like Licious and Zappfresh report that boneless meat commands a premium due to convenience, changing how meat is processed and marketed, despite traditional preferences for bone-in cuts.

Livemint 7 Dec 2025 7:00 am

FIIs sell Rs 11,820 crore worth of Indian equities in first week of December. Can RBI liquidity be a succor?

FIIs sold 11,820 crore in the first week of December, continuing heavy 2025 outflows, but strong DII inflows offset the pressure. Rupee depreciation drives foreign selling, while pro-growth policies, liquidity measures and earnings optimism keep domestic investors steadily buying.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 5:04 pm

Nifty ends flat as resistance holds; cautious optimism likely for coming week

Nifty traded range-bound, closing nearly flat despite an RBI rate cut, as resistance near 26,300 capped gains. Weak market breadth and muted broader indices signal caution, though the primary trend remains upward with selective sector strength.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 5:01 pm

ICICI Prudential AMC sets Rs 2,0612,165 price band for its Rs 10,603 crore IPO

ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company has set the price band for its Rs 10,603 crore initial public offering (IPO) at Rs 2,061 - Rs 2,165 per share. The public issue will open for bidding on Friday, December 12 and close on Tuesday, December 16.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 4:58 pm

ICICI Prudential AMC IPO price band fixed at 2,061-2,165 a share

The bidding for anchor investors will open on December 11 and retail portion will open on December 12

The Hindu Businessline 6 Dec 2025 4:40 pm

FPIs pull out 13,028 crore in week ending December 5

The selling was most intense on Thursday, December 4, when FPIs withdrew 4,752.40 crore from equities, marking the heaviest single-day outflow of the week

The Hindu Businessline 6 Dec 2025 4:29 pm

BSE PSU index rejig: RailTel gets entry, 4 stocks deboarded. Do you own any?

BSE has reconstituted 28 indices, including the BSE PSU index, effective December 22. RailTel is the sole addition, while MMTC, ITI, Punjab & Sind Bank and KIOCL are removed following weak performance trends.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 4:19 pm

Dec 22 index rejig: ITC Hotels, Reliance Power among 32 fresh additions to BSE 500. Check changes in SME, others

The BSE 500 index will undergo a significant overhaul from December 22, with 32 additions and 32 exits as part of the semi-annual reconstitution. Changes span 28 indices, affecting large, mid and small companies across sectors.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 4:17 pm

F&O Talk | Heavyweights shield Nifty from deep cuts: Sudeep Shah

The market currently favours index trading as only heavyweight stocks support the upside, while broader segments weaken. Private banks, financials, IT and autos show strength, whereas consumer durables, tourism, media, realty and defence are expected to underperform.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 3:41 pm

Sandip Pradhan takes charge as SEBIs whole time member

Prior to joining SEBI, Pradhan was Director General of Income Tax (Investigation) in Pune

The Hindu Businessline 6 Dec 2025 3:31 pm

Mutual funds investment in equity markets doubles to 43,465 cr on strong inflows

The ongoing calendar year marks the fifth consecutive year of positive equity flows from MFs

The Hindu Businessline 6 Dec 2025 3:09 pm

IPO Calendar: ICICI Pru AMC, Wakefit to anchor Rs 13,000 crore pipeline next week

Indias primary market enters its busiest phase with 11 IPOs worth Rs 13,807 crore opening between December 817. Key issues include Corona Remedies, Wakefit, Nephrocare and the awaited ICICI Prudential AMC launch, amid strong domestic liquidity but cautious FPI sentiment.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 2:36 pm

F&O Talk | RBI's 25 bps cut lifts Nifty, but weekly charts show negative closing: Sudeep Shah

Nifty hit a new high before a brief pullback, finding support at its 20-day EMA. Heavyweight sectors like banking and IT are driving resilience, while small-caps lag. Analysts expect Nifty to target 2635026500, with Bank Nifty also poised for further upside.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 2:32 pm

India must close trade deals, build AI to leverage Goldilocks moment, says Sunil Mittal

Bharti Airtel chairman Sunil Mittal urged policymakers to speed up reforms, warning that unfinished negotiations and bottlenecks could slow Indias growth trajectory.

Livemint 6 Dec 2025 2:26 pm

SME SAR Televenture raises Rs 208 cr from Madhusudan Kela, promoter and others via issue of warrants

SAR Televenture has secured 208.46 crore through warrant issuance to investors including Madhusudan Kelas fund, Choice Advisors, and promoters, boosting working capital, CAPEX needs, telecom infrastructure expansion, and readiness for large-scale 4G/5G projects.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 2:18 pm

FII return seen as key trigger for Niftys next breakout: Sudip Bandyopadhyay

Sudip Bandyopadhyay says Nifty can decisively break 26,000 only when FIIs return, while NBFCs and real estate stand to benefit from rate cuts amid ongoing volatility in global cues.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 2:14 pm

Gold is the new FDI: A blueprint to convert India's idle wealth into productive capital

Indias massive household gold holdings, worth $3.8 trillion, far exceed decades of FDI inflows. Redirecting even part of this unproductive wealth through proposed procurement and gold-bond schemes could ease trade deficits, boost capital formation, and lessen dependence on foreign investment.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 12:49 pm

Abu Dhabi Investment Portfolio: 7 stocks surge up to 70% in FY26. 2 new Q2 bets revealed

ADIAs India equity portfolio rose just 0.7% in FY26, though 13 stocks gained and seven surged 2070%. Several holdings fell sharply, while CMS Info Systems and M B Engineering were new additions.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 12:22 pm

Gurmeet Chadha hails Russian Sberbanks MF route into Indian equities, calls it a model for global expansion

Sberbanks launch of a Nifty 50-linked mutual fund gives Russian investors direct access to Indian equities. Experts say the move can expand global capital inflows, enable similar partnerships with BRICS and other regions, and deepen India-Russia financial cooperation.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 12:20 pm

Meesho IPO allotment date: How to check status online, GMP after robust subscription

Meeshos Rs 5,421 crore IPO allotment will be finalised Monday after massive 81.76x subscription. With a 42% GMP and record retail participation, investors now await listing on December 10.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 11:59 am

Wakefit raises Rs 580 crore from anchor investors including HSBC, HDFC MF ahead of IPO

Wakefit raised Rs 580 crore from anchor investors at the top price band, with domestic mutual funds taking over half the book. Strong institutional demand boosts confidence ahead of its Rs 1,288 crore IPO opening on December 8.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 11:31 am

A Golden run: After 60% surge and over 50 all-time highs this year, whats next for gold in 2026?

Gold surged over 60% in 2025 on geopolitical risks, a weaker dollar and strong safe-haven demand. The World Gold Council sees 2026 playing out through moderately bullish, strongly bullish or bearish scenarios, shaped by global growth, Fed policy, and shifting investor behaviour.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 11:28 am

Century Plyboards well-positioned for growth as MDF expansion and premium mix strengthen margins

Indias building products sector is stabilizing with stronger consumption, healthier pipelines, lower input volatility, and rising premiumization. Demand across wood panels, sanitaryware, tiles, and paints is improving as real estate, renovation cycles, and distribution networks strengthen, supporting a more sustained medium-term upcycle.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 11:25 am

Crypto in 2026: The quiet transformation India cannot ignore anymore

The crypto market is shifting from speculation to institutional-grade structure, driven by Bitcoins treasury use, rapid tokenisation, and coordinated global regulation. Indias maturing investor base and expanding access accelerate the need for clearer frameworks and safer, compliant participation in 2026.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 11:21 am

SEBI aims to ease FPI registration process; floats consultation paper

Proposal aimed at enhancing ease of doing business, simplifying compliance requirements for global investors

The Hindu Businessline 6 Dec 2025 10:41 am

Indian rupee hits record low: What it means for commodity prices and the economy

The rupees plunge beyond 90 highlights India-specific pressures from FPI outflows, trade deficits and dollar demand. The slide threatens higher imported inflation, costlier commodities and wider external imbalances, even as domestic growth remains resilient amid global uncertainty.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 10:37 am

Zepto plans to launch IPO by June 2026 as shareholders approve move

Valued at $7 billion, Zepto has raised a total of $1.8 billion, or about 16,000 crore, since its inception in July 2021 from marquee investors

The Hindu Businessline 6 Dec 2025 10:24 am

2026 would be better for IT stocks than 2025: Pramod Gubbi

Pramod Gubbi of Marcellus Investment Managers expects Indias IT sector to recover in 2026 as valuations turn attractive and global rate cuts revive tech spending. He sees earnings momentum improving across consumption, healthcare and lenders, supported by domestic stimulus and stable flows.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 10:20 am

Wakefit mobilises 580 crore from anchor investors ahead of IPO

As per the circular, Wakefit has allotted 29,743,590 equity shares to these anchor investors at a price of 195 apiece, raising 580 crore

The Hindu Businessline 6 Dec 2025 10:19 am

Dollar slips as traders eye next week's Fed meeting

The U.S. dollar dipped as traders anticipated a Federal Reserve rate cut next week, with nearly 90% probability priced in. Soft labor data and dovish central bank remarks fueled expectations for reductions. Meanwhile, the yen firmed on speculation the Bank of Japan might raise rates this month.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 10:13 am

Oil climbs to 2-week high on Fed rate-cut signals, supply concerns

Oil prices climbed to a two-week high, fueled by anticipated U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts boosting economic growth and energy demand. Geopolitical tensions involving Russia and Venezuela also contributed to the rise. Investors are closely watching trade talks and potential supply disruptions from these key oil producers.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 10:09 am

Gold gains on Fed rate cut optimism; silver hits record high

Gold prices climbed Friday amid strong expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut next week, while silver reached a record high. The market anticipates a 25-basis-point cut, driven by dovish Fed commentary and recent economic data. This sentiment weakened the dollar, benefiting gold.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 10:05 am

Stocks end higher, dollar set for second straight weekly loss as investors eye Fed cut

Global shares advanced Friday as U.S. economic data reinforced expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut next week, weakening the dollar and boosting gold. Wall Street indices closed higher, marking a second consecutive week of gains, with technology and communication services sectors leading. European markets remained largely unchanged, securing a modest weekly increase.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 9:59 am

US stocks close with slight gains as data keeps Fed cut expectations on track

Indian markets saw a positive close on Friday. Investors are keenly watching for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week. Economic data released showed consumer spending rose and consumer sentiment improved. This has boosted hopes for a rate reduction. All eyes are now on the Fed meeting for policy hints.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 9:56 am

OMOs, forex swaps to keep system flush with liquidity

In a bold strategy to boost economic resilience, the central bank is channeling a hefty sum into the banking system. By leveraging open market operations alongside dollar-rupee buy-sell swaps, an impressive 1.45 lakh crore will flow in to optimize liquidity and facilitate effective monetary transmission.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 9:39 am

Mint St doves let it fly even as India cant catch a flight

Friday saw a remarkable uptick in Indian stock markets as the Reserve Bank of India decided to lower interest rates by 25 basis points. This strategic decision, along with signals of continued easing, infused confidence into investors. The Nifty and Sensex indices experienced a solid recovery, pushing past previous weekly dips.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 9:22 am

SpaceX tells investors it is targeting late 2026 IPO, the Information reports

SpaceX is planning a major step towards going public. The rocket company aims for an initial public offering in the latter half of next year. This move could include its Starlink satellite internet service. This comes as SpaceX is reportedly kicking off a new share sale, potentially valuing it at $800 billion.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 9:18 am

Wall Street Week Ahead: US Fed's internal split puts spotlight on Jerome Powell's rate guidance, dissents

The Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting is set to be highly debated. Policymakers are divided on an expected interest rate cut. Investors are watching closely for signals on the Fed's future policy direction and internal dynamics. Economic data has eased fears of labor market deterioration, fueling rate cut expectations. The market anticipates a quarter-point cut.

The Economic Times 6 Dec 2025 9:15 am

Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, 6 December? Check details here

Bank holiday today: Banks across India are usually open on first, third or fifth Saturdays of the month unless there is an exceptional holiday.

Livemint 6 Dec 2025 8:22 am

Mint Explainer: Does India need special courts for complex drug patent wars?

Timelines for patent disputes in India can stretch years, often a setback for companies working with time-sensitive patent deadlines.

Livemint 6 Dec 2025 7:00 am

ITC Hotels block deals: HCL Capital snaps up Rs 2,998 crore worth shares; ADIA, Morgan Stanley join marquee buyers

HCL Capital Private Limited emerged as the largest acquirer of British American Tobacco's (BAT) stake in ITC Hotels, buying 14.58 crore shares for Rs 2,998 crore. Several other marquee investors also took significant stakes in the Rs 3,856 crore block deals. BAT stated the funds will aid its transition to a target leverage range.

The Economic Times 5 Dec 2025 9:51 pm

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.

Livemint 5 Dec 2025 9:18 pm

Dabur receives 'no adverse observations' from BSE on merger of Sesa Care

Home-grown FMCG firm Dabur on Friday said it has received an observation letter with o adverse observations from the BSE over its Scheme of Amalgamation of Sesa Care.

The Economic Times 5 Dec 2025 9:16 pm

Zepto converts to a public entity in preparation for IPO

The quick commerce platform has converted itself into a public company as it prepares for an initial public offering, changing its registered name from Zepto Private Limited to Zepto Limited through a special resolution passed by its shareholders.

The Economic Times 5 Dec 2025 9:09 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 5 Dec 2025 9:04 pm

British American Tobacco sells 9% stake in ITC Hotels for over 3,800 crore

BAT completes block trade of 18.75 crore ITC Hotels shares through accelerated bookbuild

The Hindu Businessline 5 Dec 2025 8:54 pm

'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.

Livemint 5 Dec 2025 8:33 pm

NHAI gets Sebi's in-principle approval to register RIIT as InvIT

Markets regulator Sebi has granted in-principle approval to the registration of 'Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust' (RIIT) as an Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) and will get the final nod after it meets specific requirements during the next six months, an official statement said on Friday.

The Economic Times 5 Dec 2025 8:26 pm

US stocks rise; Netflix dips on Warner Bros Discovery deal

US stocks saw early gains Friday as investors awaited inflation data and anticipated a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Netflix shares dipped after announcing an $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, while Warner Brothers Discovery itself saw a slight increase.

The Economic Times 5 Dec 2025 8:06 pm

Gaja Alternative Asset Management files updated DRHP to raise 656 cr via IPO

The company plans to use the net proceeds for fulfilling sponsor commitments to certain existing funds, new funds and for repayment of the Bridge Loan Amount

The Hindu Businessline 5 Dec 2025 8:03 pm

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.

Livemint 5 Dec 2025 7:21 pm

Tenneco Clean Air posts first results after listing: Q2 PAT up 10% YoY to Rs 150 cr, revenue rises 10%

Tenneco Clean Air India reported a 10% YoY profit rise to 150 crore and nearly 10% revenue growth in its first post-listing quarter. EBITDA margins stayed strong, while a 9,840-crore lifetime order book boosted long-term visibility despite sequential profit moderation.

The Economic Times 5 Dec 2025 7:11 pm