Category: Business News & Economy

The International Monetary Fund predicts a modest global economic growth of three percent for this year. In the United States, home prices have soared to unprecedented levels, creating challenges for prospective buyers. The Federal Reserve is experiencing internal disagreements about future interest rate policies and inflation management. Moreover, a decline in global oil demand is…

In July, foreign investors turned net buyers of Indian equities following a period of large outflows, prompted by favorable domestic macroeconomic trends and improved global risk sentiment. The Indian debt market also saw a significant influx of foreign investments, attributed to recently modified debt taxation that enhanced its attractiveness. The continuity of these inflows is…

The June quarter earnings season is set to accelerate with 143 companies, including HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries and HCL Tech, scheduled to report this week. With growth projected at 10%, investors will track sectoral trends across banking, IT and consumption, focusing on margins, demand outlook and asset quality signals.

Nearly 100 stocks, including TCS, MRF and Dabur, will turn ex-date for dividends, stock splits and rights issues during the July 13–17 week. Investors must hold shares by record dates to qualify, with several high dividend payouts and multiple corporate actions lined up across sectors through the busy trading week ahead.

Thirteen penny stocks have plunged 40% to 80% over the past six months, highlighting the sharp downside risks in the low-priced segment despite their appeal for outsized returns.

Late stage funding in India saw average deal sizes surge to about $86 million in the first half, driven by fewer but larger transactions. Capital flowed into AI infrastructure, energy and lending, while investors turned selective, focusing on profitability, governance and exit visibility amid a more disciplined private market environment.

Indian equities ended last week with gains, and markets now face a crucial week. Investors will track major Q1 earnings announcements from key companies this week. Escalating Middle East tensions and oil price movements will significantly influence market sentiment. Foreign and domestic institutional investor activity also remains a key factor to monitor. The progress of…

South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index has surged about 80% this year to record highs, yet its valuation has fallen to a historic low as corporate earnings, led by memory-chip giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, have outpaced the rally. Investors remain divided over whether the cheap valuations present a buying opportunity or reflect concerns over…

DMart has scaled back its e-commerce footprint, exiting underperforming cities to focus on metros as competition intensifies in India’s rapid delivery space. Despite rising pressure from Amazon, Flipkart, Zepto and Swiggy, the retailer is sticking to its low-cost model and non-10-minute delivery approach amid muted earnings performance.

Specialised Investment Funds saw assets grow significantly in June 2026. Total inflows into these funds also experienced a substantial increase. Hybrid Long-Short Funds continued their dominance within the SIF segment. The broader mutual fund industry also reported healthy investor participation during the month. SIP contributions reached a record high, indicating sustained retail interest.