Cigarette stocks like ITC crashed after govt notified new tax structure from Feb 1, replacing GST cess with higher excise. Analysts warn of 15-20% price hikes impacting sales. Full details inside.
Shanghai Biren Technology's shares surged 82.1% in their Hong Kong debut, raising HK$5.58 billion. The listing signals a strong start for AI and semiconductor offerings in 2026. Read more on the implications for China's tech self-sufficiency drive.
Hyundai India announced a 0.6% average price hike across all models due to rising commodity costs. Market leader Maruti Suzuki will decide on its pricing strategy in 15-20 days. Read more for details on other automakers' price adjustments.
Police in Rae Bareli register an FIR against 48 individuals for a Rs 9.2 crore banking fraud at a Bank of Baroda branch using forged KYC and income documents. Read the full investigation details.
The 63-km Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway completion is delayed by 3 months for shifting a 400-kV power line. Once ready, travel time will drop from 120 to 70 minutes. Read details.
The EU's new Carbon Border Tax (CBAM) could slash Indian exporters' margins by 16-22%. India must address this in FTA talks and boost domestic green production. Read the full analysis.
Recent strikes by Swiggy, Zomato & Zepto workers against 10-minute delivery demand fair pay & safety. With gig workers projected to hit 23.5 million by 2030, companies must address their concerns. Read more.
Gold futures on MCX closed marginally lower at ₹135,690 per 10 grams. Experts analyze the cautious trend and the key factors that will drive bullion prices in 2026. Read the full outlook here.
India's rice export prices surge to a near three-month high of $360 per ton. Bangladesh approves 50,000-ton import from India. Global demand remains weak. Get the full market analysis.
Bitcoin fell over 30% from its 2025 peak by Jan 2026, disappointed by US strategic reserve policy. Meanwhile, gold surged 63%. Explore the factors behind crypto's slump and gold's safe-haven appeal.
Bitcoin ended 2025 in the red, dropping over 30% from its peak. Discover why AI investment and economic uncertainty caused a $1 trillion crypto market crash and what 2026 holds for digital assets.
Banks in Aizawl, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram are closed on January 2, 2026, for New Year Celebrations/Mannam Jayanthi. Check the full city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.
Sensex and Nifty ended mixed on the first trading day of 2026. Expert Sumeet Bagadia shares technical outlook and recommends five breakout stocks to buy, including Prataap Snacks and NTPC. Read for targets and analysis.
Gold loans in India surge 125% YoY, contributing 12% of new bank credit. Discover how rising gold prices and a shift to secured lending are reshaping the banking sector's portfolio.
India's passenger vehicle sales hit a record in 2025, driven by GST cuts and a good monsoon. Tata Motors overtakes Hyundai to become the second-largest player. Read the full analysis.
Australian shares opened 2026 lower, pressured by mining and gold stocks after Northern Star cut its forecast. The S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.1% to 8,703.4. Get the full market analysis.
Indian stock market benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 are poised for a muted opening on January 2. Analysts predict range-bound trade ahead of Q3 results and India-US talks. Get key support, resistance levels.
Silver futures on MCX closed subdued, down nearly ₹19,000 from December's peak. Expert outlook remains bullish long-term. Track live updates on silver price trends.
Voters in rich nations are angry about prices, but is there a real affordability crisis? We examine the data, the political rhetoric, and the risks of misguided policies. Read more.
India's GST revenue grew 6.1% to Rs 1.74 lakh crore in December 2025, driven by a 19.7% surge in import levies. Experts say tax cuts are boosting consumption. Read the full analysis.
Chinese multi-asset funds outperformed global peers in 2025, with 13 in the top 20. Their secret? Heavy bets on AI tech stocks. Discover the funds that delivered over 100% returns.
Indian stock market indices closed mixed on January 1, 2026. Nifty 50 rose 0.06% to 26,146.55, while Sensex fell 0.04%. Analysts cite FII outflows, await Q3 earnings and budget cues. Get expert stock picks and gold outlook.
Warren Buffett retires, passing the reins of the $1 trillion Berkshire Hathaway to Greg Abel. Explore Abel's journey and the challenges ahead for the new CEO.
India's quick commerce sector, led by Blinkit, Instamart & Zepto, faces a tougher 2026 despite explosive growth. Giants Amazon & Flipkart enter, forcing focus on unit economics & profitability. Read more.
JSW Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra express openness to range-extended electric vehicles (REEVs) if government incentives expand beyond pure EVs, even as experts debate the transitional technology's role. Read more.
New project announcements hit ₹10 trillion in Q3 FY26, but growth is concentrated in power & services. Manufacturing lags, and government spending remains weak. Read the full analysis.
MarketSmith India recommends Fedbank Financial & Adani Energy Solutions. Get expert analysis, target prices, and key risks as Indian markets start 2026 on a muted note.
Market expert Raja Venkatraman recommends three stocks to buy today. Get detailed analysis on HEG, Aditya Birla Capital, and UPL with targets and stop-loss levels to guide your trades.
India's real estate in 2026: Housing sales stabilize after a dip, while commercial office and logistics sectors surge. Key trends, top developers, and market drivers explained. Read more.
As patents expire, Indian drugmakers like Lupin and Ajanta Pharma are forging licensing and distribution deals for GLP-1 obesity drugs. The market is set for explosive growth. Explore the key partnerships and market dynamics.