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India's IPO scene is breaking records in 2025
India's primary market is predicted to have its biggest ever fundraising year in 2025, driven by high-profile listings like Meesho and Fractal Analytics.
Sensex, Nifty bounce back as metal and PSU bank stocks shine
Indian stock markets witnessed a significant surge on November 26, led by metal and PSU bank stocks, pushing Sensex over 200 points and Nifty near the 26,000 mark.
PepsiCo launches Red Rock Deli: Premium chips land in India
PepsiCo India has broadened its snacking portfolio with the launch of gourmet chips brand, Red Rock Deli, offering globally inspired flavours for Indian consumers.
SoftBank just bought US chip startup Ampere for $6.5 billion
SoftBank Group Corp. has completed its $6.5 billion acquisition of US chip startup Ampere Computing LLC, bolstering its AI hardware portfolio.
India's economy is on a roll: 7.6% growth in H1 FY26
ICICI reports a robust economic outlook for India, projecting a GDP growth of 7.6% in the first half of FY26, driven by strong manufacturing, services and government spending.
Foxconn drops $569 million to ramp up AI server production in Wisconsin
Taiwan's Foxconn has received regulatory approval to invest an additional $569 million in Wisconsin, aimed at expanding its AI server business.
JP Morgan predicts oil prices could drop to $30s by 2027
JP Morgan anticipates Brent crude prices could plummet to the $30 range by the end of FY27 due to a widening supply glut, according to The Economic Times.
Nifty set for a strong start: Here's what to know
Positive global cues are expected to drive the domestic market, leading to a strong opening with Nifty likely gaining around 100 points.
KK Silk Mills IPO opens; aims to raise ₹28.5cr
KK Silk Mills' initial public offering (IPO) opens today, aiming to raise Rs 28.5 crore, with a grey market premium (GMP) currently at zero.
Gold prices stay high as US rate cut talks and Ukraine peace hopes swirl
Gold prices fluctuate as traders balance the potential of a US interest-rate cut against a possible peace deal in Ukraine, impacting the traditionally stable asset.
Deloitte admits to using AI for citations in $1.6 million report
Deloitte is under scrutiny for allegedly using AI-generated research and false citations in a $1.6 million healthcare report commissioned by a Canadian provincial government.
Warner Bros Discovery sets December 1 deadline for better sale offers
Warner Bros Discovery is soliciting improved offers for its sale by December 1, following initial bids from Paramount Skydance, Comcast, and Netflix.
SEBI wants to shake up how IPO 'promoters' are defined
A Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) panel is contemplating changes to the definition of promoters for companies planning initial public offerings (IPOs).
Oil prices steady as Russia-Ukraine talks show progress
Oil prices steadied near a one-month low as US President Donald Trump signaled progress on a Ukrainian peace deal, potentially easing Russian crude sanctions.
Indians are spending big on travel again, but studying abroad just got tougher
Foreign spending, particularly on travel, under RBI's liberalised remittance scheme reached a 13-month high of nearly $2.8 billion in September.
SAP's big AI push is happening in Bengaluru
German software firm, SAP, is positioning India as the epicenter of its artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, according to CTO Philipp Herzig.
JioMart fined for selling uncertified walkie-talkies
India's top consumer watchdog has fined Reliance JioMart for allowing the sale of uncertified walkie-talkies, citing misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices.
Warner Music and AI startup Suno reach game-changing deal
Warner Music Group (WMG) has settled its copyright lawsuit with AI music startup Suno, also announcing a new partnership and the sale of Songkick to the company.
o9 Solutions says SAP stole its AI secrets
Supply-chain AI company, o9 Solutions Inc., has accused software giant SAP SE of stealing its trade secrets, according to a lawsuit filed in Dallas federal court.
Why 10 trade unions are opposing India's new labor codes
Ten trade unions have opposed the recently implemented four labor codes in India, calling them "genocidal attacks on the lives and livelihoods of workers."
Should you invest in AI stocks right now?
Investment in artificial intelligence (AI) stocks has been the talk of the town in 2025.
Adani launches ₹25,000cr rights issue to fund infrastructure projects
Adani Enterprises, the flagship company of billionaire Gautam Adani's conglomerate, has launched a massive ₹24,930 crore rights issue on the Indian stock market.
India's FY26 GDP growth forecast revised upward to 7%
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has upgraded its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for the current fiscal year to 7%.
DOGE denies report it's shutting down, calls it 'fake news'
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a quasi-US government agency conceptualized by Elon Musk, has denied reports of its closure.
China floods India with cheap soyoil amid weak domestic demand
China's soybean oil exports to India have skyrocketed, as weak domestic demand coincides with strong imports from South America and the US.
IPO-bound start-ups focusing on profitability as investors grow more selective
A fresh trend is taking shape among Indian start-ups gearing up for their intial public offerings (IPOs).
Gig workers get legal recognition under new labour laws
The Indian government has officially granted legal recognition to millions of gig and platform workers under its new labour laws.
Sensex falls for 3rd consecutive session: What's behind the decline?
India's stock market indices, the Sensex and Nifty 50, witnessed a decline for the third consecutive session on Tuesday.
Will SEBI's new rule affect your demat account?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed revisions to the rules governing Basic Services Demat Accounts (BSDA).
ED can attach assets in ₹2,400cr betting scam: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has ruled that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) can attach assets linked to forgery, cheating, and conspiracy under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
Dutch bank ABN AMRO to slash 5,200 jobs
Amsterdam-headquartered ABN AMRO has announced plans to cut 5,200 full-time jobs by 2028.
With $255B, this Google co-founder is now world's 2nd-richest person
Google co-founder Larry Page has overtaken Oracle's Larry Ellison to become the world's second-richest person.
Why Modi government might levy import tariff on steel products
India, the world's second-largest producer of crude steel, is mulling an import tariff on certain steel products.
This Indian contract manufacturer wants to raise $750M via IPO
Bengaluru-based contract manufacturer Zetwerk is gearing up to raise between $500 million and $750 million through an initial public offering (IPO).
India's economy will cross $4T this fiscal year?
India's Chief Economic Advisor, V Anantha Nageswaran, has predicted that the country's economy will surpass the $4 trillion mark in the current fiscal year.
Why your portfolio is bleeding despite Sensex nearing record high
India's stock market is witnessing a contraction, with many retail investors disappointed by their portfolio returns. This comes even as the BSE benchmark Sensex nears its all-time high.
Reliance Industries stocks hit 52-week-high: Should you buy or sell?
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has hit a 52-week high, with its share price rising over 1% to ₹1,552 in today's trading session.
How Indians are spending their money
A recent survey by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) has revealed a major shift in household spending patterns in India.
Why US wants Europe to reconsider rules for Big Tech
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has urged Europe to reconsider its regulations on Big Tech companies, in exchange for lower tariff rates on European steel and aluminum exports.
Gold set for new highs, could hit $5,000 next year
Gold prices continued their historic rally on Tuesday, hitting around $4,175 per ounce. The surge is largely driven by expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut in December.
You can soon buy Wipro's pet food in India
Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting, the consumer division of Wipro Enterprises, is all set to enter India's booming pet food market, as per HT Mint.
How closing a personal loan impacts your credit score
Closing a personal loan in India can have a temporary impact on your credit score, but it is not as bad as it seems.
Yatra shares down 6% today: Here we decode why
Shares of Yatra Online, a leading travel and tour services company, plunged over 6% in intraday trade today.
Wealth-tech start-up Scripbox becomes profitable after 12 years
Scripbox, a wealth management platform, achieved profitability for the first time in the financial year ending March 2025.
Bitcoin rebounds from 7-month low to $88K, Ethereum jumps 3%
Bitcoin, the world's leading cryptocurrency, has seen a strong recovery from its recent seven-month low of $81,000.
Bitcoin crashes over 21% in November amid forced liquidations
Bitcoin, the world's most traded cryptocurrency, has witnessed its worst monthly decline in over three years.
Google, Accel team up to fund AI start-ups in India
Google has teamed up with venture capital firm Accel to back early-stage artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups in India.
RBI sold nearly $8B in September to stabilize falling rupee
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sold a net $7.91 billion in the foreign exchange market in September, data released on Monday showed.
In a rare move, Apple lays off dozens
Apple has cut several dozen roles in its global sales division, an unusual move for the company.
India's post-Diwali spending stays strong, digital payments continue to rise
India's consumption pattern seems to be holding strong even after the Diwali rush, with digital payments showing no signs of the usual post-festival slump.
Delhi HC restrains Tesla Power from using 'Tesla' name
The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Tesla Inc., by barring Gurugram-based Tesla Power from using the "Tesla" trademark on electric vehicles (EVs) and batteries.
Indian bonds rally as RBI hints at possible rate cut
Indian bonds rallied on Monday after Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra hinted at the possibility of an interest rate cut.
India gears up for record December IPOs totaling ₹30,000cr
India's primary market is gearing up for a record-breaking December, with eight companies planning to launch initial public offerings (IPOs) worth over ₹30,000 crore.
India's solar panel exports plummet as Trump's tariffs bite
India's solar module exports have witnessed a steep decline in September, hitting their lowest point this year.
Russia slashes oil price for India amid US sanctions pressure
After the US imposed sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, Indian refiners have been offered Russian crude oil at a steep discount.
Will Zomato, Swiggy raise delivery charges post new labor codes?
Swiggy and Eternal (formerly Zomato) have assured stock exchanges that India's new labor codes, which came into effect on Friday, will not have any "material impact" on their businesses.
How new labor codes will benefit IT and gig workers
The Indian government has announced a major overhaul of its labor laws, merging 29 existing regulations into four new codes.
Why TCS and Wipro are facing fresh US patent lawsuits
India's leading IT firms, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Wipro, have been hit with fresh patent lawsuits in the United States.
New labor codes: What changes for work-from-home employees
The Indian government has introduced new labor codes to address the growing trend of remote work in the post-COVID-19 world.
China unveils mining initiative at G20 summit amid export curbs
China has unveiled a new mining initiative with "friendly nations" at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Seafood exports rise as India's diversification softens Trump tariff impact
India's seafood industry is witnessing a major shift in its export strategy, with a significant surge in shrimp shipments.
RBI intervenes to prevent rupee from hitting 90 against dollar
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has taken decisive action to halt the fall of the Indian rupee (INR).
Government may take action as Amazon delays dark-pattern declaration
Amazon has not yet provided a self-declaration confirming compliance with India's dark-pattern rules.
Reliance Industries hits strongest rally since 2020
Reliance Industries, India's most valuable company by market capitalization, is experiencing its strongest bull run since 2020.
NITI Aayog recommends lifting curbs on Chinese investments
A high-level committee led by Rajiv Gauba, a member of NITI Aayog, has recommended the Indian government to either lift or gradually ease the existing restrictions on Chinese investments.
Why billionaire Lakshmi Mittal is leaving UK after 30 years
Lakshmi Mittal, one of the world's richest men, is leaving the UK after nearly three decades.
Sanctions on Russia push oil tanker prices to record highs
The cost of hiring an oil tanker on a key route has hit a five-year high, amid rising demand for alternatives to sanctioned Russian crude.
Why HAL shares crashed 9% today
Shares of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) plummeted by nearly 9% on Monday.
Why Apple, Meta are opposing Jio's demand for 6GHz spectrum
Leading US tech giants Apple, Amazon, Cisco, Meta, HP, and Intel Corporation have opposed Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea's demand for spectrum allocation in the 6 gigahertz (GHz) band for mobile services.
Excelsoft Technologies IPO allotment today: How to check status online
The allotment of shares for the Excelsoft Technologies initial public offering (IPO) will be finalized today.
Canada and India resume trade talks after 2-year hiatus
Canada and India have agreed to resume their stalled trade negotiations. The decision comes after a two-year hiatus due to diplomatic tensions.
DOGE is no more
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a high-profile and contentious initiative led by Elon Musk under President Donald Trump, has been shut down months before its planned end.
Tim Cook not planning to leave Apple anytime soon
Tim Cook, who has been leading Apple since 2011, is not likely to retire anytime soon.
Why TCS is facing a $194M penalty in the US
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has had a $194 million damages ruling upheld by the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
SEBI to discuss brokerage commission cap for mutual funds tomorrow
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is set to hold a meeting tomorrow, with top executives from asset management companies (AMCs).
This US-based energy storage provider is eyeing manufacturing in India
Fluence Energy, a leading provider of energy storage technology and services, is considering India as a key manufacturing and export hub.
Bitcoin sees 30% drop in value: Should you invest now?
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, has witnessed a major price correction. From its peak of around $125,000 on October 6, the digital currency has lost over 30% in value.