Economic & Finance News

Rapid digitalisation of banks reshaping financial risks, requires supervisors to fundamentally rethink: RBI DG

Speaking at the Third Annual Global Conference of the College of Supervisors in Mumbai, RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J said that traditional indicators such as capital adequacy and liquidity are [...]

Credit demand zooms as policy eases, outstanding bank credit crossed Rs 200 lakh cr for the first time on Dec 31, 2025

India's credit demand is surging. Lower taxes and supportive monetary policy are fueling investment. Outstanding bank credit has crossed a major milestone. This growth surpasses projections, indicating a strong economic [...]

State capex loans cross 56% of FY26 target by Jan 5; Centre aims for full utilisation

The Centre has released over ₹83,000 crore to states for capital investment. This is part of the special assistance scheme for capital investment. The government is confident of fully utilizing [...]

Union Budget 2026: Govt should refrain from hiking income tax surcharge on super-rich, experts say

India Budget 2026: Tax experts advise the government against increasing income tax surcharges on the super-rich or reintroducing wealth tax in the upcoming budget. Such measures could prompt high-income earners [...]

RBI trims US treasury holding to below $200 bn amid gold rush

The Reserve Bank of India has reduced its holdings in US Treasuries. This strategic move sees the central bank increasing its gold reserves. The shift aims to diversify foreign exchange [...]

Ways and Means Advances limit for Delhi govt fixed at Rs 890 cr: RBI

The Reserve Bank of India has set the Ways and Means Advances limit for the Delhi government at Rs 890 crore. This move will assist the city government in managing [...]

CPSE Capex reached 74.5% of target by December, set to exceed annual target by fair margin

The Capex for the month of December alone increased by 9.28% to Rs 70,000 crore, with many enterprises exceeding their annual budget target. The growth was led by the Railway [...]

61,000 crorepati taxpayers added in last one year

India saw a significant rise in wealthy taxpayers. Over 61,000 new individuals joined the crorepati club, bringing the total to 351,000. The number of super-rich individuals, earning over ₹10 crore, [...]

Sitharaman & Co line up ₹17 lakh crore PPP pipeline across 852 projects over three years

The Centre has unveiled a significant three-year Public Private Partnership project pipeline. This initiative encompasses 852 projects with an estimated cost exceeding ₹17 lakh crore. The pipeline aims to boost [...]

India mulls tax exemption for sovereign wealth funds’ equity gains amid heavy foreign outflows

India may exempt Sovereign Wealth Funds and patient capital from taxes on Indian stock market earnings. This proposal aims to attract stable foreign investment following significant sell-offs by foreign fund [...]

Tax hike raises risk of smuggling of tobacco products and revenue loss for govt: Experts

Experts warn that a significant tax hike on cigarettes, effective February 1, could fuel illicit trade and lead to substantial tax revenue losses. The new excise duty structure, combined with [...]

GST cuts boost credit growth; system credit to rise 12% in FY26, 13% in FY27: MoSL

Credit growth in the country is expected to remain at around 12 per cent year-on-year in FY26 and improve to nearly 13 per cent in FY27, while deposit growth is [...]

GST collection climbs 6% on revenue from imports

Gross revenue from domestic transactions rose 1.2% to over ₹1.22 lakh crore, official data published Thursday showed, while revenues from imported goods climbed about a fifth to ₹51,977 crore during [...]

India's household debt seen above 5-yr average, but lower than China's

The RBI said that household borrowing patterns have changed with non-housing retail loans, largely taken for consumption, accounting for 55.3% of total household borrowing from financial institutions as of September [...]

RBI flags swelling slippages in unsecured retail lending, particularly among private banks

Private banks contributed 76 percentage of slippages in unsecured retail loans, against 16 percent for PSBs [...]

Market News

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday

Indian markets rebounded to end a five-day losing streak as trade optimism with the US lifted sentiment. Sensex and Nifty closed higher, supported by buying in metals, banks and consumers, [...]

Anand Rathi Q3 Results: Cons PAT jumps 30% to Rs 100 crore, revenue rises 25%

Anand Rathi Wealth posted a 30% rise in Q3 profit to Rs 100 crore as revenue and AUM grew strongly. Robust inflows, rising client base, and high ROE highlighted its [...]

Market Trading Guide: Buy BSE and Coal India on Tuesday for up to 10% gains

Nifty snapped a five-day losing streak as financials and consumer stocks lifted sentiment. Technical indicators hint at a short-term recovery, though resistance remains. Analysts recommend BSE and Coal India, citing [...]

PSU NLC India's board approves listing of its renewable arm as govt set to divest up to 25% stake

NLC India approved the listing of its renewables arm with up to 25% stake sale, announced an interim dividend, and cleared fresh investment plans, as the PSU pushes renewable growth [...]

HCL Technologies Q3 Results: PAT falls 11% YoY to Rs 4,076 cr, Rs 12 per share dividend declared
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HCLTech Q3 FY26 financial results press conference Live
United Breweries, 6 other stocks hit 52-week lows & slip up to 21% in a month

Despite a 302-point Sensex gain, seven BSE 200 stocks hit fresh 52-week lows, including ITC, Siemens Energy India and IRCTC, highlighting persistent stock-specific weakness even as headline indices showed resilience [...]

HCL Tech declares Rs 12 per share dividend, sets record date on Jan 16

HCL Technologies announced a Rs 12 interim dividend for FY26 alongside Q3 results, as profit declined year-on-year despite strong revenue growth, steady sequential topline gains, and healthy constant currency expansion [...]

Gainers & Losers: IEX, Tejas Networks among 6 stocks in focus on Monday

Indian markets snapped a five-day losing streak as financials and consumer stocks lifted indices. IEX, Hindustan Zinc, DMart and IREDA gained, while BHEL and Tejas Networks declined amid sector-specific triggers [...]

TCS Q3 results: IT major posts 14% YoY fall in profit to Rs 10,657 cr, revenue rises 5%
HCL Technologies Q3 Results: Cons PAT falls 11% YoY to Rs 4,076 crore, revenue rises 13%; Rs 12 per share dividend declared

HCL Tech Q3 Results: HCL Technologies on Monday reported an 11% YoY fall in its December quarter consolidated net profit at Rs 4,076 crore compared to Rs 4,591 crore reported [...]

BofA takes a measured view on Meesho’s next phase, starts coverage with 'neutral' rating; stock sheds 5%

BofA Securities has initiated coverage on newly listed Meesho with a Neutral rating and a Rs 190 target, citing advertising and logistics as key monetisation drivers. The brokerage remains cautious [...]

Stock Market Holiday: BSE, NSE to remain closed for trading on January 15 for Maharashtra municipal elections

Stock Market Holidays 2026: Stock exchanges BSE and NSE will be closed for trading on January 15 due to municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra. Equity derivatives contracts set to expire [...]

TCS declares Rs 57 dividend, including Rs 46 special payout. Check record date and other details

TCS declared a Rs 57 per share dividend, including a Rs 46 special payout, supported by strong cash flows. Despite modest revenue growth and lower profit, stable margins and rising [...]