Tuhin Kanta Pandey, chairman of SEBI, noted that the Indian financial markets are gaining deeper investor trust due to transparency, regulatory reform and expanding participation. He highlighted that foreign investors are interested not just in short-term plays but long-term India-growth stories — which is a positive signal amidst global volatility.For Indian companies, this means the […]
The regulator is looking to increase the threshold for companies that qualify as High Value Debt Listed Entities (HVDLEs) — currently at ₹1,000 crore — up to ₹5,000 crore. This proposed change is aimed at easing compliance burdens for companies with substantial debt listings and potentially making the credit market more flexible.If implemented, it could
The World Gold Council (WGC) has reported that global gold demand jumped 3% year-on-year, hitting a quarterly record of 1,313 metric tons in Q3 2025. This surge was largely driven by investors turning to gold as a safe-haven asset amid market volatility and inflation worries. Investment in gold bars and coins surged 17%, while gold-backed
On 29 October 2025, market strategist Vaishali Parekh recommended three stocks for investor attention: GNFC, Jubilant Ingrevia and Gokul Agro Resources — each with specific buy targets and stop-loss parameters. mint The backdrop to this advice is a positive market sentiment and the Nifty’s recent stabilisation around the 25,950 level, prompting analysts to identify specific
As the Union Budget 2026‑27 (scheduled for 1 February 2026) approaches, the Ministry of Finance has invited trade and industry associations to submit input on tax-rate changes and simplifying compliance. This move highlights the government’s intention to refine tax policy, ease regulatory burdens, and possibly introduce reforms before or during the next budget.For businesses and
India’s equity markets opened slightly in the green on 29 October 2025 as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision, which could influence global risk-sentiment and capital flows into India. The Nifty 50 rose above 26,000 while the BSE Sensex gained around 300 points in early trade, buoyed by gains in metals, oil & gas
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India’s economy showed robust growth in the second quarter of FY26, signaling sustained recovery and strong macroeconomic fundamentals. According to the Finance Ministry’s latest review, key indicators across manufacturing, services, and infrastructure have displayed consistent momentum, underscoring India’s resilience amid global economic uncertainties. Strong Growth Drivers The Finance Ministry attributed the economic acceleration to a
Introduction A recent investigation by The Washington Post has brought to light claims that India’s Union Finance Ministry orchestrated a $3.9 billion investment plan, directing the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) to channel funds into the Adani Group. This move allegedly aimed to stabilize the conglomerate amid mounting legal and financial challenges. However, LIC
Addressing Employee Stress in Public Sector Banks In a progressive move to ensure the well-being of banking personnel, the Finance Ministry has directed all Public Sector Banks (PSBs) to take proactive measures to tackle employee stress and improve workplace conditions. This directive comes in response to growing concerns about work pressure, long hours, and mounting
