HDFC Life Q3: Steady Growth, Margin Pain Easing

HDFC Life Insurance reported a decent Q3 with 10% premium growth, but margins fell due to regulatory changes. Analysts see stabilization by FY26-end as GST impact moderates.

Silver Prices Fall on MCX, $100 Target in Sight

Silver prices declined on MCX Friday, tracking global weakness as profit-booking and eased US tariff concerns weighed. Analysts see potential for $100/oz rally before longer-term correction risks.

China Opposes US-Taiwan Trade Agreement

China strongly opposes the new US-Taiwan trade deal that cuts tariffs and boosts investment. Beijing urges Washington to follow the one-China principle.

MCX Shares Hit Record High on Gold & Silver Rally

MCX shares surge 71% since September as record gold and silver prices drive unprecedented trading volumes, with brokerages raising targets and bullion expected to contribute 40% of premiums by 2027.

SEBI's Family Trust Rules: Succession vs Investor Protection

SEBI's takeover regulations allow share transfers to private family trusts without open offers, but narrow definitions of 'relatives' create hurdles for promoter families. Experts call for reforms to balance succession needs with investor safeguards.

HDFC, ICICI Banks Poised for Steady Q3 Performance

HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are expected to report steady December quarter results, driven by firm loan growth and improving margins, though seasonal agriculture stress may slightly increase slippages.

LTIMindtree Wins ₹3,000 Crore CBDT IT Contract

LTIMindtree has won a significant ₹3,000 crore contract from the Central Board of Direct Taxes to modernize and manage its IT infrastructure, enhancing tax administration efficiency.

TSMC Moves Arizona Fab 2 Production to 2027

TSMC advances mass production at its second Arizona semiconductor plant to the second half of 2027, boosting U.S. chipmaking capacity and global supply chain resilience.

OMC Stocks Rally on Falling Crude Prices

Shares of state-run oil marketing companies BPCL, HPCL, and IOC surged up to 4% on Friday, rebounding from recent losses as easing Middle East tensions triggered a sharp drop in global crude oil prices.

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