Gold prices dropped over 1% as investors locked in profits after hitting a record high, yet the metal is set for its best monthly performance since the 1980s amid economic and geopolitical tensions.
The cryptocurrency market sees key developments with LivLive's new features, Hyperliquid's expansion, and Litecoin's network upgrades, impacting digital asset trends.
IBPS has released the RRB Clerk preliminary exam scorecard 2026. Candidates can download from ibps.in till February 15. Mains exam scheduled for February 1, 2026.
Bitcoin prices fell sharply to $84,410 on January 29, a 5.43% drop, with market capitalisation hitting $1.68 trillion amid a broad crypto sell-off.
Indian rupee settled at historic closing low of 91.99 against US dollar on Wednesday due to foreign fund selling, global risk-off sentiment, and geopolitical tensions, despite some support from softer crude and weaker dollar.
The Indian rupee closed at a historic low of 91.99 against the US dollar on January 29, 2026, after volatile trading saw it touch an intra-day low of 92. The currency opened at 91.95 and briefly reached 91.82 before declining.
The Economic Survey highlights that gold and silver prices are expected to increase further due to global uncertainties, inflation, and geopolitical tensions, impacting investors and consumers in India.
Canara Bank reported a 26% rise in net profit to Rs 5,155 crore for Q3 FY26, driven by higher operating profit, strong non-interest income growth, and improved asset quality. Key metrics show robust performance across deposits, advances, and profitability
Gold futures surge 9% to ₹1,80,799 per 10 grams, while silver jumps to ₹4,20,048 per kg on MCX. Geopolitical tensions and a weakening US dollar drive the rally, with analysts predicting ₹2 lakh gold soon.
India's insurance sector faces structural constraints due to escalating acquisition costs, limiting customer inclusion and threatening long-term stability despite revenue growth from existing customers.
Economic Survey 2026 highlights UPI's role in expanding credit access, reaching new borrowers, and driving financial inclusion without increasing defaults.
Sudarshan Pharma shares closed nearly 4% higher at ₹20.25 after reporting impressive Q3FY26 results with 37% revenue growth and 44% net profit increase year-over-year.
Explore the leading industrial and rare earth metals ETFs for 2026, as these strategic assets gain importance in global electrification, infrastructure, and energy security transitions.
The Indian rupee settled near its all-time low at 91.96 against the US dollar on January 29, 2026, pressured by geopolitical uncertainty, foreign outflows, and rising crude oil prices.
REC reports Q3 FY26 standalone net profit of ₹4,043 crore, showing marginal growth. The Maharatna PSU declares 46% interim dividend of ₹4.60 per share with record date February 6, 2026.
Anup Upadhyay of SBI Mutual Fund reveals 70% of SBI Flexi Cap Fund is in large caps, up from 55% a year ago, citing better margin of safety. He discusses market outlook, sector bets, and fund strategy.
Silver futures surge past Rs 4 lakh per kg, while gold hits a record Rs 1.8 lakh per 10g. Silver gained Rs 91,308 in five sessions, up nearly 29% from January 21.
The Economic Survey calls for microfinance firms to prioritize household well-being metrics over scale indicators, addressing overleveraging and investor incentives to strengthen the sector.
Domestic institutional investors have become the dominant force in Indian equities, countering FII selling and reaching record holdings according to the Economic Survey 2025-26.
The Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights the Securities Markets Code 2025 as a potential template for transforming governance across India's regulatory architecture, emphasizing transparency and accountability.
A Bathinda Lok Adalat has directed HDFC Bank to compensate an advocate for wrongfully freezing his account, highlighting banking accountability and consumer rights in Punjab.
UAE banks are eliminating handwritten signatures and SMS OTPs, transitioning to biometric app-based authentication for enhanced security and paperless banking by 2026.
India's Economic Survey shows bank deposits' share in household financial savings dropped to 35% in FY25 from 58% in FY12, while mutual funds and equities surged to 15.2% from 1.8%.
State Bank of India begins online registration for 2,050 Circle Based Officers. Apply from January 29 to February 18, 2026. Check eligibility, application steps, and important dates.
A leading pharmaceutical company reports a 45% year-on-year increase in revenue for Q3, driving significant investor interest and a rise in share price. The results highlight strong performance in key markets.
Mala Gaonkar built SurgoCap Partners into a $6 billion hedge fund in three years, becoming the largest female-led debut in the industry. Her journey from Bengaluru to New York showcases women's growing influence in finance.
Global gold demand is projected to decline in 2026, with a significant slump in jewelry consumption outweighing increased investment activity, according to industry experts.
The Reserve Bank of India has released the official list of bank holidays for February 2026, detailing closures across states and union territories for various festivals and observances.
India's corporate bond liquidity window, introduced in November 2024, sees minimal adoption due to low issuer incentives, excessive regulations, and balance sheet uncertainties.
Gold loan NBFC stocks like Muthoot Finance and Manappuram Finance surged as gold prices crossed ₹1.80 lakh per 10 grams. The rally is driven by safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and strong financial performance.