The Finance Ministry has wrapped up its pre-budget consultations, engaging with ten crucial stakeholder groups, including agriculture, education, health, MSME, energy, and infrastructure sectors. These discussions, involving over 120 invitees, began on June 19 and concluded on July 5, highlighting concerns around jobs and growth for the upcoming budget. The first full budget of the…
The Indian banking system is facing a significant cash squeeze this week, driving short-term borrowing costs well above the central bank’s benchmark. As corporate India clears its advance tax obligations, the sudden outflow of funds has pushed the system from a comfortable surplus into a deficit. The Rate Spike: Breaking the Repo Ceiling Typically, the…
Consumer durable stocks, including those of Havells, Voltas, Crompton Greaves, and Symphony, are poised for substantial growth. Goldman Sachs has revised its targets, predicting a significant rise in air conditioner (AC) sales for FY25, with an expected growth rate of 30%, up from the previous estimate of 15%. Surge in Demand for Cooling Products Goldman…
Dodla Dairy, a prominent dairy product maker, witnessed a significant boost in its financial performance, leading its stock to touch an all-time high. The company’s revenue from operations soared by an impressive 14.8 percent, reaching Rs 823 crore during the first quarter of FY24 compared to the same period in the previous year. Furthermore, Dodla…
A new settlement mechanism for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) has led to efficiency gains of Rs 2,000 crore annually, according to Sebi. The regulator introduced this system on September 9, enabling FPIs to access sale proceeds on the T+1 day. In a circular issued on Wednesday, Sebi stated that FPIs can now obtain the proceeds…
India’s middle class is urging Budget 2026 to deliver inflation-adjusted tax slabs and fairer policies amid the shift to the new Income Tax Act, 2025. Key Taxpayer Demands Taxpayers seek smoother onboarding to the new tax regime through simplified processes and fewer disruptions. Experts highlight the need for clearer TDS rules, straightforward capital gains norms,…
U.S. Customs agents began collecting a new 10% tariff on imports from numerous countries starting Saturday, marking a dramatic shift in American trade policy under President Donald Trump. These baseline tariffs took effect at ports, airports, and customs warehouses at 12:01 a.m. ET, representing a full departure from the post-World War II model of mutually…
India’s stock market witnessed a sharp downturn on Friday, April 25, with the benchmark Sensex plunging 1,075 points, or 1.35%, to an intraday low of 78,726. The Nifty 50 also fell sharply, dropping 368 points, or 1.5%, to hit 23,879 during intraday trade. Despite favorable cues from global markets, a broad-based sell-off across sectors pulled…
Introduction Are you a trader in gold and silver derivatives on MCX? Soon, you might have the opportunity to do so on BSE as well. According to Reuters, BSE will introduce futures and options contracts in bullion. Market expert Anil Singhvi offers insights into what this development could mean for both BSE and MCX. BSE’s…
Introduction In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, social media has become an integral part of our lives. Platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn have revolutionized the way we connect, communicate and consume information. However, the recent developments in the field of meta social media have taken this revolution to a whole new level. In…
