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Seven Indian fintech firms have written to NPCI regarding its UPI Meta protocol. They argue the proposed framework risks locking customers into a single default payment app. This change could adversely impact competition and innovation within the digital payments ecosystem. The companies request broader consultation before NPCI proceeds with the framework. They believe the current…
Infosys reported results below expectations, impacting its stock performance negatively. Other major IT companies also showed weak revenue growth in dollar terms. AI-driven sales are gaining traction, though still on a small base. Profitability varied across companies, with some margins contracting and others improving. Stock valuations reflect uncertainty over future growth prospects and market conditions.
The regulator said the review has been done due the rapid expansion of the PMS industry, where AUM (assets under management) has multiplied to ₹42.61 lakh crore as of May 2026 from ₹18.07 lakh crore in April 2019. “Considering the increasing sophistication of investors, growing demand for more personalised solutions and diverse investment portfolio, a…
North India now leads the nation in registered investors, surpassing the West. This significant shift accelerated after the pandemic with increased internet access. The North region saw its investor base expand six times since FY19. Maharashtra remains the largest state, though its share has declined. Uttar Pradesh has now overtaken Gujarat as the second-largest investor…
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Tesla shares plunged up to 15% after weak quarterly earnings, triggering about $4.1 billion in one-day gains for short sellers. Concerns over AI spending, high valuation, and soft auto margins weighed on sentiment, though retail investors continued buying and some analysts see the decline as a long-term opportunity.
Wall Street closed sharply lower with Nasdaq down over 2% as weak Big Tech earnings and rising AI spending concerns hit sentiment. Surging oil prices above $100, driven by Middle East tensions, reignited inflation fears and pushed bond yields higher, overshadowing gains in defense stocks like Lockheed Martin.
Dow Inc predicts that its third-quarter core profit will surpass Wall Street’s forecasts, bolstered by effective cost-cutting strategies. Although there may be challenges like pricing declines and seasonal slowdowns, the company noted strong sales growth in its packaging and specialty plastics segment. Notably, shares of the chemicals manufacturer experienced an uptick during morning trading.
Suryoday Small Finance Bank reported a more than twofold rise in first-quarter net profit to Rs 75 crore, driven by healthy business growth. Net interest income, operating profit and advances increased strongly, while gross NPAs improved significantly from a year earlier.
Tesla and Alphabet shares fell after quarterly results as investors overlooked robust revenue growth and focused on weaker margins, missed earnings and rising AI spending. The selloff highlighted Wall Street’s growing demand for profitable AI investments with stronger near-term returns.