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.
Himachal Pradesh Industries Minister clarifies the state government does not set cement prices, addressing public concerns. Learn about the market-driven factors behind the recent hikes.
India's cement sector is poised for robust Q3 FY24 results with an expected 11% YoY demand surge, driven by infrastructure and housing. Key players like UltraTech, Ambuja, and Shree Cement in focus.
As 2025 ends, India's ad agencies grapple with a mega-merger, AI automation, and new data rules. Explore the challenges and opportunities for legacy networks in a rapidly changing landscape.
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.
Kanpur Nagar district achieves second place in Uttar Pradesh's land consolidation rankings for 2025 with an 83.5% score. Discover the key metrics and progress details behind this administrative success.
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.
South India witnesses a sharp 3.9% sequential cement price drop in Q3FY26 to ₹304 per bag. Oversupply and muted demand challenge profitability. Can January hikes provide relief?
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.
Ramco Cements exceeds asset sale target, reducing debt by ₹1,017 crore. Stock's future growth hinges on cement price recovery and higher capacity utilisation. Read the full analysis.
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.
ICRA projects robust 6-7% cement volume growth in India by FY27, with industry adding 85-90 MTPA capacity. Key drivers include infrastructure and housing demand. Read the full analysis.
Adani Group finalises Ambuja-ACC-Orient merger to create a pan-India cement powerhouse. We analyse the winners, losers, and the road ahead in the battle with UltraTech Cement.
Motilal Oswal recommends Midwest and Ambuja Cement as top buys, citing expansion plans and strong financial targets. Discover the detailed analysis and price targets.
Adani Cement is investing Rs 2,900 crore to set up two new grinding units in Guna and Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, creating over 3,000 jobs. This marks a major expansion of the group's cement footprint in central India.
Goldman Sachs initiates coverage on PhysicsWallah with a neutral rating. Other key calls include Avendus on LG, Nuvama on KMEW, HSBC on Ambuja Cement, and Investec on RBL Bank. Read the full analysis.
Dalmia Bharat expects mid-to-high single-digit volume growth in Q3FY26 as cement demand improves. However, muted pricing in key eastern and southern markets caps near-term upside for the stock.
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.
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.
Adani Group's merger of ACC, Orient Cement with Ambuja Cements aims to cut costs and raise margins by at least Rs 100 per tonne. Streamlining to unlock operational efficiencies.
Adani Group consolidates ACC and Orient Cement into Ambuja Cements to streamline operations, cut costs, and create a single pan-India cement platform. The move follows a $10 billion acquisition spree.
Ambuja Cements and Orient Cement shares skyrocketed up to 10% after their boards approved a merger. ACC, however, fell 2%. Get the full details on this major cement industry consolidation.
RBI's annual report highlights a pivotal shift in global trade dynamics in 2025. Sustaining India's high growth path requires continued focus on economic reforms, fiscal consolidation, and boosting private investment. Read the full analysis.
Ambuja Cements' board approves the merger of ACC and Orient Cement, creating a cement giant with a 79 MTPA capacity. Read about the strategic move and its impact on the Indian market.
Adani Group's Ambuja Cements board has approved the amalgamation of ACC and Orient Cement, a major consolidation move in India's cement sector. Get the latest corporate news updates.