NSE Holidays for New Year 2026: NSE and BSE will remain open for trading on January 1, even as most major global markets stay shut. Commodity exchanges MCX and NCDEX will be open during the day session but will remain closed in the evening session.Read More

Indian insurance penetration stays at 3.7 percent, lagging behind the global average. Life insurance penetration saw a slight dip, while non-life insurance remained steady. Insurance density, however, increased to 97 dollars per person. Experts predict a period of adjustment for the sector due to new regulations. Life insurance premiums are expected to grow moderately before...Read More

South Korea’s stock market saw a remarkable surge in 2025. The Kospi Index recorded its best performance in 25 years. Strong gains were seen in arms exporters, AI, and K-beauty sectors. Chip giants like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix contributed significantly. Analysts predict further growth for the market.Read More

Indian equities begin 2026 with cautious optimism, despite liquidity concerns and global uncertainties. Market participants anticipate a better risk-reward balance, with reasonable valuations and projected index gains. Sustained returns will depend on a strong earnings rebound in FY27, following a subdued FY26. Experts suggest staggered investment and diversified equity allocations.Read More

Usha International, a company with roots in pre-independence India, is exploring a public listing. Promoters, including Krishna Shriram, are considering this move. The company, incubated by Delhi Cloth and General Mills, aims to support its future growth and expansion plans. Details on the potential initial public offering’s size and timing are not yet available.Read More

Markets ended flat on the year’s final expiry amid mixed global cues and low volumes. Key stocks like Titan, Indian Hotels, Bharat Forge, IndiGo, Hyundai India, NBCC, and Tata Power are in focus due to significant corporate developments, including stake sales, major contracts, GST notices, project completions, leadership changes, new product launches, and renewable energy...Read More

Indian equity markets closed flat on Tuesday amidst mixed global cues, despite strong November IIP data. Analysts anticipate a sideways trend with selective buying due to thin trading volumes from New Year holidays. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, while domestic institutional investors bought shares.Read More

Silver prices reached a new record high of ₹2.41 lakh per kg in New Delhi on Tuesday. This surge was driven by strong industrial demand and firm global prices. In contrast, gold prices continued their downward trend for the second consecutive day. Spot silver saw a significant increase in international markets, boosting the white metal’s...Read More

Varun Beverages’ acquisition of South African brand Twizza is set to double its market share in the region to 20% by 2027. Analysts have raised target prices, citing VBL’s consistent domestic performance and international expansion potential. The deal is expected to yield cost synergies and enhance VBL’s manufacturing and distribution capabilities in South Africa.Read More

Banking sector profitability strengthened and asset quality improved in FY25, reaching a multi-decadal low GNPA ratio of 2.2%. Banks significantly increased sales of stressed assets to ARCs, with private and foreign banks leading the trend. Non-bank lenders, including NBFCs and HFCs, also reported growth and improved profitability.Read More