China Vanke is seeking to extend the grace period for a 2 billion yuan bond repayment, originally due December 15, by an additional 90 trading days. The developer also proposed a one-year deferral, using project receivables as credit enhancements, and paying overdue interest by the grace period’s end. Approval would push the expiration to April...Read More

Bharat Coking Coal IPO’s grey market premium remains near 60% despite a delay in listing due to a trading holiday. The issue saw massive investor interest, strong subscription levels, and sustained optimism ahead of the revised January 19 debut.Read More

IT earnings remain under pressure as global demand stays weak, says analyst Anand Tandon. With markets still expensive, opportunities are selective in metals, PSU banks, capital goods and life insurance, while Budget tax relief looks unlikely. Here’s where investors may still find pockets of value amid earnings uncertainty and sectoral rotation.Read More

Mahindra & Mahindra’s strong SUV bookings, driven by the XUV 7XO and XEV 9S, have led Nomura to name it their top auto pick. In contrast, Nomura maintains a neutral stance on Bajaj Auto’s new electric scooter, favoring Ather Energy and TVS Motor for two-wheeler growth.Read More

Bitcoin reached an eight-week peak near $97,000. This surge followed easing inflation worries and positive regulatory news. Strong inflows into Bitcoin ETFs also boosted confidence. Major altcoins saw declines. The cryptocurrency market capitalization neared $3.25 trillion. Bitcoin and Ethereum showed resilience amid economic uncertainty. Institutional demand appears to be returning.Read More

Nomura retains a ‘Buy’ rating on Infosys with a target of Rs 1,810, despite a 2% YoY dip in Q3FY26 net profit. Revenue rose 9% YoY, large deals surged 94%, and the company raised FY26 growth guidance. Margins remain stable, with a strong focus on BFSI, EURS, and AI services.Read More

Ahead of Budget 2026, India’s real estate sector is shifting focus to Tier-II cities and premium housing. Developers expect infrastructure-led growth, policy support, and tax incentives to boost demand, affordability, and investment. Tier-II hubs like Sonipat are emerging as key growth centres, while luxury segments seek fiscal maturity and ESG-aligned incentives.Read More

Infosys is poised for strong buying after raising its FY26 constant-currency revenue growth guidance to 3-3.5%, signaling improved demand despite a challenging IT sector. The company’s ADRs surged 10% overnight following the upgrade, with several brokerages reiterating ‘Buy’ ratings and increasing target prices.Read More

Indian equity markets are experiencing a choppy phase, surprising investors despite intact fundamentals. Market veteran Dipan Mehta remains optimistic about the current earnings season, anticipating a potential rally beyond previous highs. He also favors wealth management firms over AMCs for financialization plays and sees a positive outlook for the IT sector driven by AI.Read More

US economic activity showed broad-based stability in recent weeks, with most Federal Reserve districts reporting modest growth and steady employment, according to the latest Beige Book. Price pressures remained moderate, and markets expect the Fed to hold rates steady at its upcoming meeting as policymakers await clearer inflation trends.Read More