Neel Kashkari said the Trump administration’s actions against the Federal Reserve reflect monetary policy disagreements. He backed Jerome Powell after a Justice Department investigation, warning that political pressure threatens central bank independence. Despite escalating tensions, markets remain steady amid bipartisan support and expectations that the Supreme Court will recognise the Fed’s distinct status.Read More

Indian stock exchanges observed a full trading holiday on Thursday, January 15, due to municipal elections in Maharashtra. Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath criticized the closure, citing global market connectivity and poor planning. The debate intensified with Samir Arora questioning the consistency of such arguments, especially in light of markets opening on a Sunday for Budget...Read More

Earlier, the company had planned to finalise allotment on January 14, initiate refunds on January 15 and list the stock on January 16.Read More

Shadowfax IPO is in focus as investors track the latest grey market premium (GMP) and assess 10 key factors, including valuation, growth prospects and risks, ahead of the issue’s subscription window.Read More

Nomura has initiated coverage on United Spirits with a Buy rating, citing premiumisation tailwinds, easing regulatory environment and innovation-led expansion. The brokerage sees a developing upcycle and expects margin expansion, healthy earnings growth and valuation comfort.Read More

Tech Mahindra is poised for steady revenue growth and improved profitability in the December quarter, driven by margin expansion and cost optimization. Brokerages anticipate a modest revenue increase of around 7% year-on-year, with profit after tax projected to surge approximately 40% YoY, outperforming many peers.Read More

Indian stock markets experienced their worst start to a year in a decade, with nearly Rs 8 lakh crore in market capitalization wiped out. Foreign institutional investors have pulled out $2 billion amid anxieties over a delayed India-US tariff deal and the upcoming Union Budget. Analysts anticipate continued range-bound trading until policy clarity emerges.Read More

Indian investors in 2026 are advised a layered approach to US equities amidst geopolitical uncertainty. Building a core with low-cost US ETFs and selectively adding high-conviction stocks balances diversification with opportunities in growth themes like AI, while managing risk effectively.Read More

Budget 2026 is anticipated to focus on reforms and attract foreign investors. Measures like tax relief and regulatory clarity are expected to boost confidence amid global uncertainty. Domestic savings through SIPs will continue to support the market. Experts foresee moderate earnings growth and recommend PSU Banks and Defence sectors. India’s economy is projected for strong...Read More

Shares of forklift maker Toyota Industries reached a record high today. This surge followed an improved offer from Toyota Motor. Investors are trading above the new price, anticipating an even better deal. The initial proposal faced criticism for its unclear valuation. Toyota Motor raised its bid by 15% to 18,800 yen per share. The tender...Read More