Nomura, Japan’s largest investment bank, reported a record annual profit for the second consecutive year, driven by strong performance in its wholesale segment and domestic wealth management. Despite geopolitical risks, the firm sees no structural disruption to long-term growth factors for the Japanese market, such as overseas expansion and addressing a declining population.Read More

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SBI General Insurance delivered a strong FY26 performance, crossing Rs 15,000 crore in gross direct premium for the first time with 14.5% growth. Profit after tax rose 8.7% to Rs 553 crore, supported by robust expansion across health, motor, personal accident and fire insurance, along with improved underwriting metrics.Read More

Silver prices plunged Rs 2,577 to Rs 2.38 lakh per kilogram in the national capital on Friday, tracking weak trends and subdued demand by investors.Read More

India faces severe economic challenges from the West Asia conflict. Disruptions affect oil, gas, and supply chains. Actual shortages are occurring, not just price hikes. Fertiliser shortages pose a future risk to agriculture and food inflation. India’s growth is projected at 6.5%, aided by reduced US tariffs. The nation’s focus on solar energy offers a...Read More

SBI Funds Management Ltd. is preparing to launch its initial public offering as early as next week, aiming to raise up to $1.5 billion. The Indian asset manager plans to allocate roughly three-quarters of the issue to domestic investors and is exploring a pre-IPO placement of up to $350 million.Read More

Digital Realty Trust raised its annual funds from ​operations and revenue ​forecasts on Thursday, signaling strong demand for data ​center services driven by the boom in artificial intelligence.Read More

Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran believes SpaceX could achieve the most valuable IPO ever, potentially reaching trillion-dollar status. He highlights the company’s real futuristic offerings, Elon Musk’s compelling narrative-spinning abilities, and its impressive growth despite financial uncertainties. However, Damodaran warns investors about SpaceX’s “shape-shifting” nature, which may frustrate those seeking predictable corporate paths.Read More

The Indian rupee has reached its lowest valuation in over a decade against major currencies. This decline is driven by rising crude oil prices and significant foreign investment outflows. Analysts suggest the rupee is undervalued, presenting an attractive entry point for long-term investors. However, near-term recovery prospects remain limited due to import demand and risk...Read More

Lux Industries’ shares dropped over 7% following board approval for a business demerger. The move, stemming from a family settlement agreement among promoters, will split the company into three verticals, with two expected to be listed separately. The Todi family’s management control will be realigned across these entities.Read More