Asian stock markets traded lower on Friday, reflecting growing investor unease over technology stocks, economic uncertainties, and the global ripple effects of market volatility. Asian Markets Today The losses in Asia followed an extended sell-off in the U.S. technology sector, a trend that has been weighing heavily on investor sentiment for several sessions. This downturn…
India’s credit card ecosystem witnessed a strong revival during FY26, driven by festive consumption, improving consumer confidence, and the positive impact of GST rationalisation, commonly referred to as GST 2.0. According to the latest data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), credit card spending rose 13.57 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) during the April–December…
In a major development in the Indian media landscape, the Adani Group has successfully completed the full acquisition of the Indo-Asian News Service (IANS), one of India’s leading private news agencies. With this move, billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani’s conglomerate has consolidated its position in the media sector, expanding its reach into news distribution and content…
India’s core industries in 2026 are approaching a decisive turning point as the country moves into a new phase of economic expansion. After navigating years of global disruptions, supply chain realignments, and policy adjustments, the backbone sectors of the Indian economy—steel, cement, coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, electricity, and fertilizers—are now preparing for…
Vedanta Stock Falls 3% as selling pressure emerged following a deeply tragic development involving the company’s promoter family. Vedanta Ltd shares declined nearly 3% in intraday trade, retreating from their recent all-time high, after Chairman Anil Agarwal publicly mourned the sudden death of his son, describing it as the “darkest day of my life.” While…
The Rupee Hits ₹91 vs Dollar – RBI Under Pressure to Intervene, as the Indian currency slipped past the psychologically significant ₹91-per-dollar mark for the first time in history. This sustained decline, characterized by a near one-way movement over the past month, has intensified speculation that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may step in…
In a landmark decision aimed at stimulating economic growth and boosting consumer spending, the Reserve Bank of India recently announced that RBI cuts repo rate to 5.25%, lowering it by 25 basis points. This move, declared by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the central bank, is expected to have far-reaching implications for both borrowers…
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has raised India GDP Growth FY26 forecast to 7.2%, up from the earlier 6.5%. This revision reflects strong confidence in India’s economic momentum, supported by robust domestic consumption, rising investment, and growth in the manufacturing and services sectors. The upgraded outlook highlights India’s position as one of the fastest-growing major…
The business world is evolving faster than ever, driven by technological innovations, shifting consumer behaviors, and new workplace expectations. Companies that adapt quickly to these changes will gain a competitive advantage, while those that lag risk losing relevance. As we approach 2025 and 2026, several trends are set to redefine business operations, enhance productivity, and…
India is once again poised to outpace the global economy, firmly establishing itself as the growth engine of emerging markets and the wider Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. In its latest assessment, Moody’s Ratings projected that India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) would expand by 7% in 2025, followed by a robust 6.4% growth in 2026, marking one…
