ITC shares hit 52-week low after cigarette tax shock
ITC shares tumble over 13% as a steep hike in cigarette taxes threatens volumes and profits. Analysts slash earnings forecasts and downgrade the stock. Read more.
ITC shares tumble over 13% as a steep hike in cigarette taxes threatens volumes and profits. Analysts slash earnings forecasts and downgrade the stock. Read more.
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
Cigarette prices in India are expected to surge by up to 20% from February 1, 2025, following a significant increase in the National Calamity Contingent Duty. This move will impact major tobacco companies and consumers nationwide.
Global silver market witnessed extreme volatility with prices swinging over 14%. MCX futures hit a record Rs 2.5 lakh/kg before a sharp correction. Read the full analysis of the factors behind the turbulence.
The RBI's annual report reveals robust health for India's commercial banks in 2024-25, with strong capital and asset quality, though net interest margins face pressure. Discover the key insights.
Indian silver ETFs witnessed extreme volatility on Dec 29, with Nippon, Kotak, and Tata funds swinging up to 29% intraday. The chaos was triggered by China's export ban and CME margin hikes. Read more.
Commissionerate of Medical Education, Chhattisgarh releases NEET PG 2025 round 1 seat allotment results. 273 candidates secure MD/MS seats. Check your result now on cgdme.in.
HDFC Securities introduces a Margin Trading Facility (MTF) for Gold ETFs on its HDFC SKY platform, allowing up to 70% leverage. Learn about the costs, risks, and how it works for investors.
Andrew Ross Sorkin's new book '1929' revisits the Great Crash. Discover the parallels with today's market exuberance and margin debt. A must-read for investors.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
A strategy once reserved for the ultra-rich, lifecycle investing using borrowed money is now accessible to retail investors in India, raising both opportunities and regulatory concerns.
Top Chinese banks, including ICBC and AgBank, have removed high-interest 5-year certificates of deposit to cut costs. This move aims to ease pressure on record-low profit margins as lenders support the economy. Learn the implications for savers and the ba
PSU bank chiefs warn RBI of a 70-bps margin squeeze as loans reprice instantly with repo rate cuts, but deposit rates lag. Key asymmetry threatens profitability.
Lenskart's robust 69% gross margin in Q2FY26 provides a significant advantage over Nykaa, enabling faster profit expansion or strategic reinvestment. Discover the key financials and market risks.
Prayagraj's wedding season causes a sharp rise in rose and marigold prices. Farmers cite weather, high costs, and crop shifts. Discover the factors behind the floral inflation.
Silver surged to $56.53/oz and copper hit $11,210.50/ton amid CME exchange disruptions and supply tightness. Indian investors monitor metal rally closely.
IMS BHU Varanasi hosts Dr Rajendra Rao CME 2025 on Nov 29-30. National event features 25 expert lectures, live demos on breast & gynecological imaging advancements. Join top radiologists!
Chicago cattle futures tick up in abbreviated trade. China extends beef import investigation, offering temporary relief. Get the latest market analysis and price movements.
European stocks steady for fifth monthly gain despite CME technical outage. Energy shares outperform while travel stocks lag. Delivery Hero surges 13% on shareholder pressure.
The US dollar heads for its worst weekly performance since late July as traders bet on Federal Reserve rate cuts. CME outage halts trading for 11 hours. Market analysis and global currency updates.
The AI revolution is causing severe memory chip shortages, forcing Dell and HP to warn about price increases and supply challenges through 2026. Learn how this affects consumers.
Unseasonal rains in Nagpur have damaged crops, causing vegetable prices to double. Tomatoes, spinach, and cauliflower see 100% price hikes, hitting household budgets hard. Learn how markets are affected.
Karnataka CM announces pay hike for RTC staff starting April 2026, but unions remain firm on demands including Rs 1,785 crore arrears and 25% salary increase. Read the latest developments.
UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves unveils a tax-raising 2025 budget, scrapping the two-child welfare cap to lift 450,000 children from poverty. Key measures include new taxes on property and electric vehicles.
British government announces massive $30+ billion tax increase as economic outlook worsens. Pound sterling and bonds experience volatility following budget revelation. Read full analysis.
Bank of Japan prepares markets for potential December rate hike while NZ dollar surges on hawkish RBNZ stance. Fed rate cut expectations grow as dollar weakens globally.
Karnika Industries announces robust Q2 FY26 results with significant profit growth and margin expansion. Strong H1 performance sets positive outlook for fiscal year.
Discover why value investing remains profitable despite Nifty at 26,000 and Sensex at 85,000. Learn strategies to identify undervalued stocks and build long-term wealth through patience and discipline.
Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University in Ranchi faces continued student protests over a commerce course fee hike, leading to a sixth day of class disruptions and potential police intervention.
Parents in Hyderabad face a steep 30% school fee hike for 2026-27 as Telangana's fee regulation remains stalled. Read about the parental outcry and demands for government action.