Indian markets opened lower amid rising crude prices and escalating geopolitical tensions, prompting cautious investor sentiment and widespread market fluctuations. Indian equities started Tuesday on the back foot as a jump in crude prices and fresh geopolitical tension unsettled investors,…
Indian financial institutions have raised nearly $9 billion through US dollar bonds this year, exceeding previous records amid a surge in overseas borrowing enabled by new RBI swap facilities and strong global investor demand. Indian lenders are tapping dollar markets…
Colgate-Palmolive India has entrusted Bombay Shaving Company with managing Palmolive’s online and direct-to-consumer business, signalling a strategic shift to digital-first growth and start-up collaboration amid branding challenges. Colgate-Palmolive India is turning to Bombay Shaving Company to run the consumer-facing side…
Despite a growing merchandise deficit driven by higher oil prices and elevated imports, India’s capital inflows, including foreign portfolio investments and deposits, may help stabilise the rupee in the upcoming fiscal year, according to ICICI Bank. India’s current account deficit…
BRICS nations are considering a framework to connect national instant-payment systems and central bank digital currencies, aiming to make cross-border transactions faster, cheaper, and more efficient without a shared currency, as part of broader economic resilience efforts. BRICS is weighing…
Many retirees in India mistakenly believe that retirement automatically grants tax exemption. However, income from pensions, interest, investments, and other sources remains taxable beyond certain thresholds, with recent clarifications highlighting ongoing tax obligations for seniors. A common misconception in India…
Indian shares are set for a subdued start as rising Brent crude prices and ongoing foreign sell-offs influence investor sentiment, with domestic demand cushioning the market decline amidst geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns. Indian shares are expected to open little…
Seed capital for SaaS companies hinges on demonstrating real product demand and a clear path to revenue, with founders urged to approach fundraising as a focused sales campaign rather than open-ended outreach. Raising seed capital for SaaS is less about…
Senior leaders of India’s Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council welcome a new tax exemption on rough diamonds, viewing it as a pivotal move to enhance India’s position in the global supply chain and attract more international trade. Senior leaders…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a $30 trillion economy by 2047 emphasizes growth pillars but raises questions about equitable development and real welfare for citizens amid concerns over labour, education, and social indicators. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day…
India’s shift to an auction-based closing mechanism in its stock market aims to improve transparency and alignment with global standards, but traders are already navigating new uncertainties and market dynamics. India’s stock market is in the middle of a structural…
India’s EV charging sector experienced a transformative week, marked by a push towards interoperability, strategic infrastructure development, and increased manufacturing investments, signalling a maturation of the market and new avenues for growth. India’s EV charging sector had a busy week,…
