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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Market participants anticipate the Reserve Bank of India will inject further liquidity in February and March to stabilize short-term borrowing costs. Despite previous injections, commercial paper and certificate of deposit rates have risen significantly due to tight liquidity, subdued government spending, and increased credit demand. This liquidity crunch is expected to persist, potentially impacting government...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

Berkshire Hathaway has raised the annual salary of its new chief executive Greg Abel to $25 million, a sharp jump from the $100,000 salary that Warren Buffett chose to draw for more than four decades while running the company, according to a Reuters report.Read More