The U.S. dollar declined as prosecutors launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, escalating tensions with the Trump administration. Gold prices surged to a record high following the news and Powell’s defense of the central bank’s independence. This development overshadowed positive jobs data and geopolitical unrest, impacting currency markets.Read More

Trent’s strategy is similar to some of the world’s largest retailers, including Spain’s Inditex, owner of Zara, and British department store chain Primark, which has long prioritised dense store networks in high-footfall catchments, using scale for more bargaining power with vendors and real estate developers.Read More

Tata Consultancy Services and HCL Technologies will announce their December quarter results. Both companies are expected to show modest revenue increases. Analysts are watching for management insights on IT budgets for 2026 and the impact of artificial intelligence. Client spending and order pipelines will be crucial indicators for future growth.Read More

Gold and silver are predicted to rise significantly. US equities are expected to deliver decent but moderate returns in 2026. India’s equity market faces challenges, with valuations not yet corrected and high earnings expectations. China’s growing market share in emerging economies is a concern. US tariffs may lead to slight inflation, impacting consumers.Read More

Oil marketing companies are poised for strong earnings growth in the December quarter, driven by robust refining margins and improved fuel price spreads. Upstream producers, however, face pressure from lower crude oil prices, while city gas distributors are expected to report healthy volumes and expanding margins despite some headwinds.Read More

Bankers said the decision has altered the company’s liability profile, adding that clarity on its funding needs and future business plans are crucial for considering fresh funding.Read More

Markets extended their decline on Friday, mirroring weak global cues and disrupting the Nifty’s short-term up move. Several companies like TCS, HCL Tech, and RIL are in focus due to Q3 results and significant investment announcements, including Adani Group’s Rs 1.5 lakh crore commitment in Kutch.Read More

Indian equity benchmarks extended their losing streak for the fifth consecutive session, closing lower amid weak global cues and geopolitical tensions. Today, Q3 earnings from TCS and HCL Tech will be in focus, alongside potential US trade policy commentary. The market sentiment appears decisively negative, with the India VIX rising.Read More

Indian equity markets face a bearish outlook as the Nifty breaks key supports. Analysts predict further declines, with the Nifty potentially testing the 25,300 to 25,350 levels. Sentiment is unlikely to improve without a strong rebound above 26,100. Investors are advised to adopt a sell-on-rise strategy.Read More

Small finance banks are strengthening their risk management. They plan to reduce unsecured loans and boost secured lending like vehicle and housing loans. Credit guarantee schemes will cover more microfinance loans. This strategy aims to prevent asset quality issues. Banks like ESAF, Suryoday, Ujjivan, and Utkarsh are implementing these changes to ensure stability and growth.Read More