Nearly 65 per cent of office occupiers in India expect to integrate flexible workspaces into their portfolios by 2027. Currently, 55 per cent of respondents already maintain such spaces within their office setups, according to the “Flex-plosion: India’s Flexible Workspaces Era,” report published by CBRE India Research in collaboration with FICCI, highlighting the shift in...Read More

VRB Consumer Products, maker of Veeba sauces, is preparing an IPO that could raise up to $200 million. The firm has hired Axis Capital, Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors and Jefferies Financial Group, with the offering likely combining new shares and investor stake sales.Read More

Mutual funds are reportedly trimming their stock holdings, with over 10 schemes reducing exposure to nine specific stocks in February 2026 compared to January. This cautious shift comes as most of these stocks have experienced negative returns year-to-date, with five plunging 20-30% in under three months.Read More

Highness Microelectronics’ Rs 21.67 crore IPO opened on Tuesday, aiming to list on the BSE SME platform. With a grey market premium of Rs 20, the estimated listing price suggests a potential 16.67% gain. The company plans to use the proceeds for capital expenditure, working capital, and debt repayment.Read More

The Indian rupee edged higher, breaking a streak of record lows, as traders assessed mixed signals regarding Middle East conflict resolution. Despite a slight uptick, the currency remains weakened by surging oil prices and foreign investor outflows. Global markets saw relief, boosting Indian equities and bonds, though caution persists amid lingering energy shock and diplomatic...Read More

President Trump’s delay of air strikes against Iran’s energy assets triggered a market rebound, with equities jumping and oil sliding. However, many investors remain cautious, maintaining defensive strategies and hedges due to ongoing unpredictability. Fund managers are sticking to reduced risk exposure, awaiting clearer signs of de-escalation or a significant market dip.Read More

Gold prices are trading with significant volatility. The precious metal has seen sharp corrections from its peak. Geopolitical tensions and de-escalation talks are creating a mixed market sentiment. Analysts suggest a range-bound trading strategy. Traders are advised to focus on support and resistance levels. Risk management is crucial in this environment.Read More

Suspicious trades worth billions in S&P 500 and oil futures placed minutes before Trump’s Iran talks announcement have sparked insider trading concerns. While markets rallied post the news, analysts flagged unusual activity. The White House denied allegations, even as similar past incidents continue to raise questions around market transparency.Read More

European shares edged higher from multi-month lows on Tuesday as investors digested conflicting signals from the ongoing ‌war ⁠in the ⁠Middle East, while concerns over the fallout from an ​energy shock kept gains in check.Read More

Despite near-term pain from the West Asia war and oil shock, high-quality Indian stocks are now offering genuine value after six years of a bull market. CIO Pankaj Murarka believes the market has corrected to its long-term average valuation, presenting a significant opportunity for investors looking beyond the next few quarters.Read More