Asian Markets Mixed as Crude Surges; US Jobs Data Eyed
Asian stocks show mixed results amid rising Brent crude prices ($83+). Investors await key US jobs report for market direction.
India to Regulate Digital Gold Market in 2024
India gears up to launch a digital gold market regulatory framework next year, focusing on consumer protection and fraud prevention. Learn more.
Gold Prices Surge to 7-Week High on Weak Dollar & Yields
Gold hits a seven-week peak driven by a weaker dollar, falling Treasury yields, and anticipated softer Fed rate hikes amid easing inflation and geopolitical concerns.
EPFO: Avoid Interest Loss on Inoperative PF Accounts
EPFO advises members to understand inoperative EPF accounts to prevent losing interest on savings. Learn withdrawal timelines to secure your funds.
LIC Q1 Profit Soars 23% to ₹13,492 Cr on Strong VNB Growth
LIC’s Q1 net profit surged 23% to ₹13,492 crore, driven by a remarkable 61.3% increase in Value of New Business (VNB) and an expanded VNB margin of 22.9%.
FPIs Urge STT Cut Amid RBI Leverage Rules
FPIs and trading firms request SEBI and DEA to lower Securities Transaction Tax (STT), citing financial burdens and potential impact of RBI’s leverage rules.
Gold Prices Hit 7-Week High: Weak Dollar & Yields Boost Value
Gold prices reach a seven-week peak, driven by a weaker US dollar and declining bond yields. Discover the factors behind this surge and potential future price movements.
Bessent: US Rich-Poor Gap Closing, Economy Shifting
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claims the economic divide is narrowing, suggesting a ‘C-shaped economy’ despite mixed economic data and persistent inflation.
Myanmar & Thailand Deepen Ties with New Cooperation Deals
Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing and Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul met in Bangkok, signing key cooperation documents to boost bilateral relations, security, and economic ties.
Active Funds Beat Benchmarks: Motilal Oswal Study
Motilal Oswal Private Wealth study shows active mutual funds outperformed benchmarks last year, with high success rates across large, mid, and small-cap segments due to strategic stock picking.
RBI’s New Smartphone Locking Rules for Loan Recovery
RBI mandates strict rules for smartphone locking in loan recovery, effective Jan 1, 2027. Learn about borrower protections and specific conditions.
Indian Stocks Rise, US Markets Mixed Ahead of July 7 Trading
Indian benchmarks closed higher on July 7, 2026, while US stocks traded mixed. Explore Q1 earnings highlights from LIC, Apollo Tyres, and more.
Freefincal NPS Fund Screener: Pick Top Performing Funds
Discover Freefincal’s new NPS Fund Screener for August 2026. Identify top-performing National Pension Scheme funds based on returns, upside, and downside consistency.
Kirloskar Oil Engines Q1 Profit Drops 20% Despite Revenue Growth
Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd. reports a 20% Q1 profit decline to ₹114 crore, despite a 13.5% revenue surge to ₹2,000 crore, primarily due to margin pressures.
Lockheed Martin Boosts US Supply Chains for Critical Minerals
Lockheed Martin is strengthening US defense by sourcing critical minerals like scandium and germanium from North American suppliers, reducing reliance on China.
Tamil Nadu BJP Slams Budget: Missed Promises, Lower Spending
Tamil Nadu BJP criticizes the 2026-27 state budget for unfulfilled election promises and a reduction in capital expenditure, calling it an ’empty vessel’.
Modi: Gen Z, Use GRWM to Promote Indian Handlooms
PM Modi encourages Gen Z to use the ‘Get Ready With Me’ trend on social media to promote India’s diverse and rich handloom heritage.
India’s Consumer Economy to Hit $1.9T by 2030 Fueled by AI
India’s consumer economy is poised for massive growth, projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2030, driven by AI adoption, new commerce models, and evolving consumer preferences.
India’s Tax Incentives vs. GDP: Balancing Growth and Revenue
India offers tax breaks to boost investment and consumption, aiming for growth despite stagnant tax-to-GDP ratio. Explore the strategy.
BRICS Nations Forge Industrial Cooperation Pact in Jaipur
BRICS Ministers in Jaipur adopt a joint declaration to boost industrial cooperation, innovation, and resilience, focusing on new industrial revolutions and MSME growth.
IndiaRF Acquires Fine Edge Engineering for ₹2,000 Cr
IndiaRF, backed by Piramal Finance & Bain Capital, acquires a majority stake in Fine Edge Engineering for approx. ₹2,000 crore, marking a significant PE investment in India’s engineering sector.
JSW Energy: ₹4,000 Cr Green Funding Boosts 2030 Target to 30 GW
JSW Energy secures over ₹4,000 Cr from Axis Bank, Bank of Maharashtra, and NaBFID for green projects, accelerating its 30 GW renewable energy target by 2030.
Supreme Court Orders Prosecution Sanctions for Bank Officers
Supreme Court directs SBI, HDFC Bank & others to sanction prosecution of officers linked to builders in real estate scams. CBI probe intensifies.
India Achieves 20% Ethanol Blending Target Early
India surpasses its 20% ethanol blending goal by 2025-26, five years ahead of schedule. This accelerates flex-fuel adoption and boosts farmer income while cutting CO2 emissions.
DigiELV Launches India’s Verified Vehicle Scrap Certificate Market
DigiELV introduces a verified digital marketplace for India’s vehicle scrap certificates, aiming to accelerate the 2021 scrappage policy adoption and benefit new car buyers.
RBI Bans Device Disablement for Loan Defaults from 2027
Effective Jan 1, 2027, the RBI prohibits banks from disabling borrower devices for loan recovery, addressing harassment concerns and protecting consumers.
India Proposes BRICS Startup Fund & Incubator Network
India proposes a BRICS incubator network and startup fund to boost industrial growth and collaboration among member nations, following the 10th BRICS Industry Ministers’ Meeting.
Starter Home Affordability Soars in 22 US Cities
Great news for first-time homebuyers! Starter home affordability has improved in 22 U.S. cities, with 100% of listings now within reach for median-earning households.
PM Modi Promotes ‘Buy Local’ for National Handloom Day
PM Modi urges Gen Z to support Indian weavers by buying local handloom products and sharing on social media for National Handloom Day.
India Fuel Demand Rises 3% in July: Petrol & LPG Lead Growth
India’s fuel consumption surged nearly 3% in July 2026 to 19.92 million tonnes, driven by strong demand for petrol and LPG. Diesel consumption declined.