The Union Budget 2024 has reinforced long-term growth prospects for India's biopharma sector through strategic initiatives, despite not introducing new tax incentives. Key measures include enhanced R&D funding and infrastructure development.
India's manufacturing PMI rose to 55.4 in January from 55.0 in December, showing improved factory activity. However, business confidence among manufacturers has plummeted to its lowest level in three and a half years, with only 15% expecting output growth
Union Budget 2026-27 introduces STT hike on F&O, buyback tax overhaul favoring minority shareholders, and expanded NRI investment limits, sparking market volatility while aiming for long-term stability.
Prestige Estates reports 122% YoY growth in pre-sales to ₹22,327 crore in 9MFY26, raises guidance to ₹30,000 crore. Strong collections and new launches drive recovery, but rising debt levels require careful monitoring.
Copper prices have tumbled nearly 5% on MCX to ₹1,169 and 4.2% on LME to $12,600/ton, marking an 18% drop from recent record highs. Analysts cite US Fed nomination, margin hikes, and weak physical demand as key factors behind the sharp correction.
South Korean regulators suspended program sell orders after Kospi 200 futures dropped over 5%, triggering a market safety mechanism. The tech-led selloff spread across Asian markets, with semiconductor stocks and AI shares under pressure.
India's credit ecosystem, powered by UPI, Aadhaar, and digital lending, fuels consumption, MSME growth, and economic resilience, positioning the nation to become the world's third-largest economy by 2030.
Industry leaders and analysts weigh in on Union Budget 2026-27, highlighting infrastructure push, fiscal discipline, digital initiatives, and sectoral impacts from manufacturing to education.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Union Budget 2026 with focus on manufacturing, AI, agriculture. No changes to income tax slabs, but key personal finance announcements made.
The 16th Finance Commission recommends immediate closure of inactive public sector enterprises to reduce fiscal strain, citing 72 unproductive CPSEs and 308 non-operational SPSEs.
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LMIL has announced a comprehensive multi-state investment roadmap following strategic discussions at the World Economic Forum 2026, focusing on key sectors to boost economic growth across India.
Sovereign Gold Bonds plunged up to 10% after Budget 2026 proposed removing capital gains tax exemption for secondary market purchases, raising fairness concerns among investors.
Tata Motors reports highest-ever monthly sales of 71,066 passenger vehicles in January 2026, marking 47.1% YoY growth. Nexon leads with 23,365 units, while Punch and Tiago cross cumulative milestones.
Power sector experts, engineers, and consumer bodies express concerns that restructuring of REC and PFC announced in Union Budget 2026-27 may weaken public institutions and facilitate privatization.
A lawsuit filed in Utah alleges Real Brokerage CEO Tamir Poleg arranged meetings with female subordinate Paige Steckling, offering $3 million and property to leave her husband. Both parties deny allegations.
Gold and silver ETFs plunged nearly 20% before recovering partially on Monday. BSE imposed 20% circuit limits due to extreme volatility. MCX silver and gold futures show significant price swings amid global market corrections.
Silver ETFs extended losses for third straight session, tumbling over 40% as historic precious metals slide intensified. Major funds like Kotak, ICICI, SBI, Axis, HDFC, Nippon India fell 19-20%. MCX silver crashed 15% to ₹2.25 lakh/kg, down 46% from peak.
Cigarette prices surge significantly after February 1 excise duty hike. Classic Connect now costs ₹350, Gold Flake Lights and Wills Classic ₹225 per pack. Details on new tax structure and industry impact.
A new high-speed railway corridor connecting Pune, Mumbai, and Hyderabad has been proposed to reduce travel time by at least an hour and ease pressure on existing infrastructure. The project faces challenges like land acquisition but is part of a larger n
Maruti Suzuki indicates potential price hikes for its vehicles as commodity costs surge, impacting production expenses and consumer affordability in India's auto market.
The Indian government proposes GST changes for intermediary services like stockbroking, making exports zero-rated for FPIs, alongside an STT hike to curb derivatives speculation.
Gold and silver prices have plunged 26-46% from peaks due to CME margin requirement hikes, dollar strength, and easing geopolitical tensions. Experts suggest long-term accumulation opportunities.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes that maintaining 7-8% economic growth is crucial for job creation and citizen welfare, highlighting women's workforce roles and Orange Economy support.
Chartered Accountant Abhay Bhutada outlines crucial economic priorities for Union Budget 2026, focusing on fiscal discipline, infrastructure investment, and tax reforms to boost India's growth trajectory.
Goldman Sachs expresses a constructive outlook on India's economy, highlighting the government's commitment to fiscal consolidation in the upcoming FY27 budget as a key positive factor for sustained growth.
Stockbroking firms face a sharp decline as Groww shares plummet nearly 6%, continuing a market-wide slide amid investor caution and regulatory pressures.
The Indian government is adopting a cautious approach to fiscal consolidation and debt management following the 16th Finance Commission's recommendations, with debt-to-GDP projected at 55.6% for 2026-27.
Godfrey Phillips, VST Industries, and ITC shares continue declining as new excise duty raises cigarette prices by ₹22-55 per pack, sparking sales and profitability concerns.
Cryptocurrency fintech Kontigo, which raised $20 million from Coinbase Ventures, is facing service cutoffs and allegations of helping Venezuelans evade U.S. sanctions through its stablecoin platform.