Silver's 200% Rally vs Gold's 80% Rise Sparks Portfolio Shift

Silver prices have surged over 200% in 12 months, outperforming gold's 80% rise, compressing the gold-silver ratio to near 50. Motilal Oswal advises rebalancing portfolios toward gold for near-term stability while maintaining long-term silver exposure.

Budget 2026 Income Tax Expectations: Taxpayers Await Relief

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1. Taxpayers hope for income tax cuts, higher standard deduction, and TDS rationalization, following last year's reforms that benefited the middle class.

UK Remote Work Decline as Job Market Weakens

Britain's work-from-home experiment is reversing as remote job listings plummet 42% and office-based roles surge, driven by rising unemployment and shifting employer power.

Amrit Bharat Express 3.0: Two Rakes by FY26 End

Indian Railways plans to manufacture two upgraded Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 trainsets by FY2025-26 end, featuring AC and non-AC coaches for balanced comfort and affordability.

Nifty 50 Falls 2.5%: Expert Reveals Stocks to Buy and Sell

Indian equity markets faced significant pressure last week with Nifty 50 declining 2.5%. Technical analyst Jigar Patel shares insights on market direction and recommends three stocks for short-term trading opportunities.

Axis Bank Q3 Net Profit Up 4% to Rs 7,044 Crore

Axis Bank reports a 4% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 7,044.42 crore for Q3 FY25, driven by strong operational performance and improved asset quality.

Budget 2026: FM's Three Macro Worries for India's Economy

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares the Budget for 2026-27, key macroeconomic issues like weak nominal GDP growth, low tax buoyancy, and stagnant private investments pose significant challenges for India's fiscal planning and economic strategy

Rekha Jhunjhunwala Reduces Indian Hotels Stake in Q3

Ace investor Rekha Jhunjhunwala reduced her stake in Tata group's Indian Hotels by nearly 1% during Q3 FY24 as the stock underperformed benchmarks. Her portfolio holds 27 stocks worth over ₹45,000 crore.

Tier 3 Cities Drive E-commerce Growth

Tier 3 cities in India are emerging as key drivers of e-commerce sales growth, with increasing internet penetration and digital adoption fueling this trend across smaller urban centers.

Reliance Stops Russian Oil Imports, PSUs Step In

Reliance Industries, once the largest buyer of Russian seaborne oil, has paused all purchases in January 2026, while public sector companies have increased their imports, according to industry sources and shipping data.

Adult Children Become Parents' Financial Managers in India

As fraud risks rise and finance grows complex, adult children across urban India are becoming informal money managers for ageing parents—managing investments, blocking mis-selling, and navigating delicate autonomy-protection balance.

Households Keep Equity Investment via Mutual Funds

Indian households continue investing in equities through mutual funds despite moderation in direct participation, with cumulative holdings reaching Rs 84 lakh crore, reflecting long-term confidence.

Budget 2026: Fintech Awaits Policy Boost from Sitharaman

With just one week until Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026, fintech leaders outline expectations for growth capital, tax incentives, regulatory clarity, and cybersecurity support to sustain India's digital payments revolution.

Household Savings Shift to Mutual Funds: NSE Report

A new NSE report reveals a significant trend where Indian households are increasingly routing their savings through mutual funds rather than direct equity investments, indicating a shift in investment behavior.

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