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Will 6% depreciation be the new norm? Experts split on rupee outlook for 2026

BUSINESS

Will 6% depreciation be the new norm? Experts split on rupee outlook for 2026

Analysts are divided on whether the rupee’s depreciation will accelerate to around six percent annually 2026 onwards or remain gradual, while some suggest the rupee may appreciate in the next year.

Nifty 50 in 2025: How accurate were brokerage targets made a year ago?

BUSINESS

Nifty 50 in 2025: How accurate were brokerage targets made a year ago?

In 2024, brokerages saw Nifty 50 ending 2025 in a broad range from 26,000 to 28,800, with gains largely driven by earnings growth amid valuation-led caution.

Rupee crosses 91/USD, analysts warn of muted equity returns ahead

BUSINESS

Rupee crosses 91/USD, analysts warn of muted equity returns ahead

The rupee’s fall to record lows is raising near-term risks for equities and pushing investors toward selective, defensive sector exposure.

Insurance stocks in focus as key amendment bill heads to Lok Sabha

BUSINESS

Insurance stocks in focus as key amendment bill heads to Lok Sabha

The Insurance Amendment Bill is expected to trigger changes across the insurance sector, with players like LIC, PB Fintech and SBI Life in focus,

Silver crosses Rs 2 lakh on MCX: What next after the record surge?

BUSINESS

Silver crosses Rs 2 lakh on MCX: What next after the record surge?

Silver’s rally is being driven by a structural supply deficit and surging industrial demand, marking a decisive break from its traditional linkage with gold.

As SMIDs underperform, is it time to bet on the 10 largest stocks?

BUSINESS

As SMIDs underperform, is it time to bet on the 10 largest stocks?

Large caps are regaining momentum, with DSP Mutual Fund noting that conditions now clearly favour a shift back toward the market’s biggest stocks.

High valuations leading to steady supply of paper, exit window open for PEs, promoters

BUSINESS

High valuations leading to steady supply of paper, exit window open for PEs, promoters

High valuations across sectors are driving sustained share sales from private equity funds, promoters and the government, keeping equity supply elevated in India’s markets.

Inflation still largely driven by tariffs, says Fed Chair Jerome Powell

BUSINESS

Inflation still largely driven by tariffs, says Fed Chair Jerome Powell

The Fed Chair warned of rising labour-market risks even as tariff-driven inflation persists, defining the need to balance price stability with protecting jobs and real wages.

A split Fed: 2026 dot plot reveals strong divide on rate cut outlook

BUSINESS

A split Fed: 2026 dot plot reveals strong divide on rate cut outlook

The Fed’s latest dot plot shows a sharply divided outlook for 2026, with policymakers split on the quantum of easing.

Wakefit trails Sheela Foam in revenue, profitability and market scale

BUSINESS

Wakefit trails Sheela Foam in revenue, profitability and market scale

Sheela Foam outperforms Wakefit across revenue, profitability, returns and mattress volumes, underscoring its stronger financial footing in the competitive mattress market.

LRS outflows surge 25x in a decade, while investments through LRS grow 8x

BUSINESS

LRS outflows surge 25x in a decade, while investments through LRS grow 8x

Cafemutual’s analysis shows that while Indians are investing abroad more than ever under LRS, their share of total remittances has dropped sharply as travel, education, and family support now dominate outward flows.

IndiGo’s crisis is its own making, pursuit of profits cannot come at cost of safety: IiAS

BUSINESS

IndiGo’s crisis is its own making, pursuit of profits cannot come at cost of safety: IiAS

IiAS sharply criticised IndiGo’s board for poor oversight, weak crisis management, and failing to prevent the mass flight disruptions triggered by its non-compliance with DGCA pilot rest rules.

As state capex fails to impress, will industrial stocks feel the burden? 

BUSINESS

As state capex fails to impress, will industrial stocks feel the burden? 

Moderating state capex growth can mean that industrial players' earnings can soften as order inflows slow, project execution gets delayed and margin recovery becomes uneven.

HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank may face short-term selling as Bank Nifty, FinNifty shift towards diversification

BUSINESS

HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank may face short-term selling as Bank Nifty, FinNifty shift towards diversification

Bank Nifty and FinNifty have historically been dominated by HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank, which will see their weightage in the indices reduce going ahead.

Capex gets just 17% share of IPO funds as promoters cash out through OFS

BUSINESS

Capex gets just 17% share of IPO funds as promoters cash out through OFS

Only 17 percent of IPO proceeds are directed towards capacity creation, with most funds flowing to exiting shareholders through OFS, leaving limited fresh capital for business expansion.

Why private credit is becoming corporate India’s new favourite

BUSINESS

Why private credit is becoming corporate India’s new favourite

Private credit in India is entering a more mature phase amid broader investor participation and sustained corporate demand reshape the market’s next decade.

Traders flag abrupt movement in Sensex 86400 call option premium on expiry day

MARKETS

Traders flag abrupt movement in Sensex 86400 call option premium on expiry day

A sudden spike in the Sensex 86400 call option premium on monthly expiry day sparked trader concerns over volatility, glitches, and potential manipulation.

Exporters feel the pinch as the rupee strengthens against euro, pound, other key currencies

BUSINESS

Exporters feel the pinch as the rupee strengthens against euro, pound, other key currencies

India’s exporters are being squeezed by a currency mismatch, where the rupee’s strength against Europe-UK-Australia is erasing the benefits of a weak rupee against the US dollar.

Rupee at record low, breaches 89-mark; what does this mean for investors?

BUSINESS

Rupee at record low, breaches 89-mark; what does this mean for investors?

The rupee’s record fall has sparked short-term caution in equities, pressuring import-heavy sectors while boosting exporters.

Banks at an inflection point, set to lead earnings growth over FY27-28

BUSINESS

Banks at an inflection point, set to lead earnings growth over FY27-28

IIFL Capital expects banks to shake off a muted FY26 and deliver a strong rebound over FY27-28, driven by a modest loan growth recovery, improving NIMs, and falling stress in the unsecured retail lending segment.

Street sweet on consumer stocks, while Kotak says valuations are sour

BUSINESS

Street sweet on consumer stocks, while Kotak says valuations are sour

According to Kotak Institutional Equities, the Street’s valuation logic for consumer companies is outdated in the context of the fundamentals.

Nvidia’s earnings surge renews confidence in AI theme, CLSA says fears 'overstated'

BUSINESS

Nvidia’s earnings surge renews confidence in AI theme, CLSA says fears 'overstated'

Nvidia’s strong Q3 results, upbeat guidance and CEO Jensen Huang’s rejection of AI bubble fears reinforced confidence in the AI rally.

Revival signs point to FPI comeback in 2026 amid improving growth and easier policy

BUSINESS

Revival signs point to FPI comeback in 2026 amid improving growth and easier policy

India’s growth outlook is improving as domestic policy support, potential US tariff relief and a fresh earnings upcycle converge to strengthen overall sentiment.

Concerns about AI frenzy gets louder with celebrity investors dumping Nvidia, others raise alarm bells

BUSINESS

Concerns about AI frenzy gets louder with celebrity investors dumping Nvidia, others raise alarm bells

Celebrity investors such as Michael Burry, Masayoshi Son, and Peter Thiel are bailing on Nvidia shares as warnings about an overheated AI rally grow louder.

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