Market analysts have spotlighted Dabur and GAIL as top stock picks for May 20. Dabur is trading between ₹480-488, while GAIL is showing promising signs for investors. These recommendations come amid a dynamic market environment, where strategic investments can yield significant returns. Investors are advised to consider these stocks as part of a diversified portfolio […]
Sustainable investing, with a focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors, is gaining remarkable traction among Indian investors in 2025. ESG funds, which invest in companies with strong sustainability practices, are becoming a preferred choice for millennials and institutional investors alike, seeking to align their portfolios with ethical values while aiming for long-term growth.
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced a revamped Inflation Targeting Framework in 2025, aiming to keep inflation within a tighter band of 4% ± 1%. This shift comes as inflationary pressures from global commodity prices and supply chain disruptions continue to affect the Indian economy. For investors, this means the RBI is now more
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India are experiencing a resurgence, thanks to recent government initiatives aimed at easing credit access. The introduction of collateral-free loans and simplified application processes has led to a 15% increase in credit disbursal to MSMEs in the first quarter of 2025. These measures are designed to empower small
In a significant move to promote affordable housing, the Indian government has introduced a new subsidy scheme aimed at first-time homebuyers. The scheme offers interest subsidies on home loans up to ₹35 lakh, making homeownership more accessible for the middle-income group. This initiative is expected to stimulate the real estate sector and provide a much-needed
In a significant move for India’s banking sector, Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has agreed to acquire a 20% stake in Yes Bank for approximately ₹13,480 crore ($1.58 billion). This acquisition marks the largest cross-border merger and acquisition deal in India’s financial sector. SMBC will purchase a 13.19% stake from the State Bank of
Indian stock markets experienced a significant surge, with benchmarks jumping over 2.5% in early trading on Monday, driven by relief after India and Pakistan reached a ceasefire following recent military escalations. The Nifty 50 rose to 24,700.05, and the BSE Sensex reached 81,689.46, recovering losses from the previous week. Small- and mid-cap indices outperformed, rising
In a strong message aimed at safeguarding the financial stability of the country, the Honourable Finance Minister has directed all public and private sector banks to remain fully alert and proactive amid evolving economic conditions and emerging risks. During a recent high-level meeting with senior officials and bank representatives, the Finance Minister emphasized the need
India’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), the Digital Rupee (e₹), is witnessing growing adoption across the country. As of April 2024, approximately 4.6 million customers and 400,000 businesses have registered to use the digital rupee. Major retailers like Reliance Retail have begun accepting e₹, and payment platforms such as Google Pay and PhonePe are integrating
After over three years of negotiations, the United Kingdom and India have finalized a comprehensive free trade agreement. This deal significantly reduces tariffs on a range of goods, including a phased reduction of whisky and gin tariffs in India from 150% to 40% over ten years. Additionally, 99% of Indian exports like textiles, food, and
