Budget 2026: Fiscal Consolidation in Focus, Says Mirae Expert
Basant Bafna of Mirae Asset expects Budget 2026 to balance growth with fiscal discipline. Central borrowings may stay stable, while state borrowings could rise, impacting bond yields.
Basant Bafna of Mirae Asset expects Budget 2026 to balance growth with fiscal discipline. Central borrowings may stay stable, while state borrowings could rise, impacting bond yields.
Rating agency ICRA forecasts medium-term debt consolidation with strong capital expenditure focus in the upcoming Union Budget, aligning with 16th Finance Commission recommendations.
BJP now controls 1,425 of 2,869 corporator seats across Maharashtra's municipal corporations, achieving absolute majority in 13 urban bodies and emerging as largest party in six others.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for FY27 on February 1. Experts discuss how fiscal consolidation and capital expenditure can drive growth amid global risks.
The World Bank maintains India's GDP growth forecast at 6.5% for FY27, citing domestic demand strength offsetting US tariff impacts, while projecting continued fiscal consolidation.
Morgan Stanley reports that 2025 is a year of consolidation for Indian internet stocks, with investors now focusing on earnings clarity to gauge future growth prospects.
Key Muslim organisations in Nagpur call for responsible voting to prevent division of votes in the January 15 NMC elections, emphasizing candidate merit over emotion.
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India's fintech sector is set for a major consolidation phase, driven by fragmented markets and profit pressures. Top Kotak Investment Banking executives predict a wave of mergers and acquisitions by 2026, creating fewer but stronger players.
After a year of sweeping changes, Sebi is set to slow its reform pace in 2026 to focus on implementing 2025's overhauls in mutual funds, LODR, and broker norms. Experts predict a year of operational transition. Read more.
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A controversial New Jersey bill could consolidate hundreds of small school districts to cut costs, bypassing parental approval. Critics warn of hidden expenses and community division.
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India's fiscal discipline is acting as preventive medicine for the economy, creating buffers against global shocks. Learn how this strategy ensures stability and growth.
India's fiscal deficit for April-November FY25 widened to Rs 9.77 lakh crore, marking a 15.4% year-on-year surge. Explore the key drivers and government's fiscal roadmap.
India's streaming industry embraced micro-dramas in 2025. While short-form content will explode in 2026, experts warn mega-mergers like Netflix-Paramount bids for Warner Bros. Discovery could stifle independent storytelling. Read the full analysis.
India aims to stick to its medium-term fiscal deficit target of 4.3% in FY26, buoyed by a record RBI dividend. However, rising subsidy costs and lower nominal GDP growth present significant challenges to consolidation. Explore the details.
A key regulatory reform simplifies mergers and transfers in India's insurance industry, aiming to foster consolidation and strengthen the sector. Read the full analysis.
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India's dealmaking activity is set for a strong 2026 after a record year. Domestic consolidation hit $104B, inbound deals $30B. Experts cite strong balance sheets and corporate confidence as key drivers.
Warner Bros Discovery's board is poised to reject Paramount Skydance's amended $108.4 billion hostile takeover offer, favouring a Netflix deal. Larry Ellison's personal guarantee fails to sway doubts.
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India's economy grew at 8.2% in 2025, but faced global tariffs and a weak rupee. Explore the year's highs, lows, and what's next for the world's fastest-growing major economy.
From epic dramas to gripping thrillers, discover the eight standout Indian films of 2025 that captivated audiences and critics alike. Explore the stories that defined the year in cinema.
CII urges institutional reforms & fiscal consolidation in Budget 2026-27 for growth. Key asks: tech to curb tax evasion, debt control, PSU privatisation, and revamping food distribution. Read more.
IIM Calcutta announces CAT 2025 results. Get the toppers' names, percentile scores, and detailed analysis. Know the next steps for admission calls.
Dubai's Pulsar Capital is in advanced talks to acquire Andhra cuisine chain Nandhana Palace for $50-60 million. This deal fuels the PE firm's strategy to build a consolidated food platform in India's booming market.
Jaxson Dart and Travis Hunter have amassed millions through NIL deals before the NFL. Discover who leads in net worth in 2025 and how their paths differ. Read the full analysis.