Gold prices surge above $5,000 per ounce and silver hits $108.60 as geopolitical risks and policy uncertainties drive safe-haven demand. Experts analyze portfolio implications and the distinct roles of both precious metals in today's volatile markets.
National Financial Reporting Authority aims to inspect ten audit firms this financial year while exploring AI tools to enhance audit oversight and improve compliance with accounting standards.
Indian auto stocks like Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra face scrutiny as India plans to cut import tariffs on EU cars from 110% to 40%, boosting European luxury brands.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her ninth consecutive Union Budget on February 1, focusing on tax reforms, customs duty overhaul, and debt-to-GDP reduction amid global uncertainty.
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Michelle Bowman is implementing sweeping changes to bank supervision, reducing staff, and revising rules, while facing internal tensions and political pressure from the Trump administration.
Bank of Baroda, India's second-largest public sector bank, is preparing to raise approximately $500 million through US dollar bonds under its $4 billion medium-term note programme, targeting non-US investors in Europe and Asia.
Gold surged 64% in 2025, its biggest annual gain since 1979, driven by safe-haven demand, US rate cut bets, central bank buying, de-dollarisation, and ETF inflows. It's up 18% this year.
India's tax revenue growth has been sluggish in the first half of FY26, but CAREEdge Ratings forecasts a significant improvement in FY27, driven by economic recovery and policy measures.
Uday Kotak, founder of Kotak Mahindra Bank, receives Padma Bhushan award, expressing humility and commitment to India's economic growth with a 'miles to go' mindset.
Kotak Mahindra Bank's Q3 PAT grew 4% to ₹3,446 crore, with margins impacted by operating expenses. However, robust deposit growth and improving asset quality signal potential recovery ahead.
Gold prices soared past $5,000 per ounce for the first time, prompting Robert Kiyosaki to reaffirm his bullish outlook with a $27,000 target. The surge is driven by geopolitical risks, dollar weakness, and safe-haven demand.
Silver prices have surged over 200% in 12 months, outperforming gold's 80% rise, compressing the gold-silver ratio to near 50. Motilal Oswal advises rebalancing portfolios toward gold for near-term stability while maintaining long-term silver exposure.
Axis Bank reports a 4% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 7,044.42 crore for Q3 FY25, driven by strong operational performance and improved asset quality.
Indian households continue investing in equities through mutual funds despite moderation in direct participation, with cumulative holdings reaching Rs 84 lakh crore, reflecting long-term confidence.
With just one week until Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026, fintech leaders outline expectations for growth capital, tax incentives, regulatory clarity, and cybersecurity support to sustain India's digital payments revolution.
Axis Bank announces Q3 FY26 results today, January 26, 2026. Analysts predict a 1-7% YoY net profit decline, 2% NII growth, and NIM contraction. Key focus on asset quality and loan growth.
Gold prices in India soared on Republic Day 2026, with MCX closing at ₹1,55,963 per 10 grams. Global factors like Trump's trade threats and geopolitical tensions drive the rally, while major cities report near-record highs.
Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) in India are projected to exceed Rs 1 lakh crore by 2028, driven by strong growth and downside protection features, according to a recent report.
Public and private banks across all Indian states and Union Territories remain closed today, Monday, 26 January 2026, for Republic Day celebrations. This marks a long weekend in many regions.
Enforcement Directorate attaches 37 properties worth Rs 2,000 crore in Ludhiana and Jaipur in the Pearl Agro Corp case. Total attachments now reach Rs 7,600 crore in the Rs 60,000 crore ponzi scheme affecting 6 crore investors.
India's NFRA and ICAI amend accounting standards to exempt renewable energy contracts from financial instrument treatment, stabilizing MSME balance sheets and aligning with global IFRS norms.
Indian Railway Finance Corp is exploring converting part of its dollar loans into Swiss francs to reduce currency risk and lower funding costs amid rupee volatility, while expanding into metro rail refinancing.
Fidelity's Pacific Fund, outperforming 96% of peers, is increasing exposure to Japan's smaller AI-related firms like Fujibo Holdings, seeing undervalued opportunities in the tech supply chain.
Kadirur Service Co-operative Bank in Kannur introduces ChangAI, an AI-powered front office assistant using facial recognition and Malayalam communication to transform rural banking services in India.
Alandi police register case against manager, auditor, and jeweller for allegedly duping a credit cooperative society of Rs 11 crore through fake gold loan accounts using forged documents.
Gold prices are poised for a significant 30% increase this year, driven by economic factors and market volatility, according to analysts. This bullish outlook highlights gold's role as a safe-haven asset.
China's sovereign wealth fund Central Huijin has sold $67.5 billion in ETFs, signaling a break from past market support tactics to rein in speculative rallies in tech sectors.
PFRDA establishes a nine-member SAARG committee chaired by Narayan Ramachandran to review and modernize NPS investment strategies with top financial experts.
Foreign portfolio investors are pushing for a review of capital gains taxes in India, citing double taxation issues and high trading costs. They argue this makes the market less attractive amid significant outflows.
Foreign portfolio investors are pushing for a review of capital gains taxes in India, citing double taxation issues and high trading costs that are reducing market attractiveness.