With accessible online platforms and simplified strategies, first-time buyers are navigating the stock market more confidently, emphasising diversification and disciplined research to manage risks effectively. Buying shares for the first time can feel intimidating, but the process is more straightforward…
India’s markets regulator SEBI has proposed increasing the annual limit on ISINs for privately placed debt, reversing recent restrictions to offer more refinancing flexibility for non-banking financial companies and large corporates, amid efforts to streamline the corporate bond market. India’s…
The Public Provident Fund and Senior Citizens Savings Scheme remain key options for Indian savers, with recent interest rate stability and differing features positioning them for specific financial goals amidst evolving benefits and tax considerations. For Indian savers who value…
India’s ambitious Rs 10,372 crore India AI Mission seeks to democratise access to AI tools, foster indigenous models, and position the country as a serious global contender in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. India is positioning itself as a serious…
On 10 August 2026, India’s startup ecosystem saw significant developments with Bakingo’s ₹100 crore Series B funding, AUM Ventures’ first close of a deeptech fund, and major AI launches by Cars24, highlighting a vibrant phase of growth, technological investment, and…
While the Sensex reflects broad market trends in India, Bankex captures banking sector momentum, explaining why sector-specific movements can diverge sharply, especially amid policy shifts. India’s benchmark indices often move at different speeds for a simple reason: they are designed…
Indonesian retail investors are increasingly diversifying their portfolios globally, driven by rising confidence in US stocks and ETFs, with AI-linked shares now dominating the market and expanding their reach into secondary cities. Diversification is becoming a more prominent part of…
With a growing preference for safer, more liquid assets, Indian households are increasing their holdings in bank deposits and cash, while direct equity flows turn negative, signalling a shift in long-term financial strategies amid geopolitical uncertainty. Indian households are increasingly…
Indian equities face ongoing volatility driven by crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions, prompting focus on defensive sectors like IT and banks amidst a debate over future value opportunities. Indian equities are still being pulled in opposite directions, with higher…
ICICI Direct remains optimistic about India’s pharmaceutical space, favouring domestic formulations, hospital operators, and CRAMS businesses, while cautioning on generic-drug makers amid sector resilience. ICICI Direct remains constructive on India’s pharmaceutical space, but only selectively. After a strong run in…
