The Union Budget 2026 has extended tax holidays for foreign companies using Indian data centres, positioning India as a global data processing hub. This policy shift is expected to drive significant capital expenditure and growth in India’s data centre capacity, creating multi-decade opportunities for proxy plays in real estate, infrastructure, and digital services.Read More

Gold is now leading silver in 2026. Investors are choosing gold for stability over silver’s rapid gains. This shift surprises many, as gold, often seen as less useful, is outshining silver. Experts suggest gold is better for most investors seeking steady returns. Silver’s volatility makes it suitable for those who can tolerate sharp price swings.Read More

Indian stock markets opened on a strong note today. The Sensex and Nifty indices climbed higher, continuing their upward trend for the third day. Small-cap stocks showed impressive gains, outperforming the main indices. This positive momentum signals continued investor confidence in the market.Read More

Aye Finance’s initial public offering is experiencing a subdued response. The Rs 1,010 crore issue opened to muted investor interest, with low subscription rates on its first day. Grey market premiums are flat, indicating limited expectations for immediate listing gains. Retail investors show some interest, but institutional buyers remain hesitant. The IPO closes on February...Read More

Sri Lotus Developers & Realty Ltd has reported impressive financial outcomes for the December quarter, with consolidated net profit jumping by 37% to Rs 70.22 crore. The company’s total income swelled to Rs 239.78 crore, showcasing its robust growth trajectory and the promising projects in its development pipeline.Read More

Upstox is prioritizing profitability and diversification over an immediate IPO, aiming for a 2.3x profit jump to ₹500 crore by FY26. The brokerage is expanding into commodities, MTF, and mutual funds to offset regulatory impacts and build resilience in a challenging market environment.Read More

Public sector banks are poised for a significant rerating to 1.5x book value, driven by strong earnings growth and the potential to monetize real estate holdings through REITs. This, coupled with reduced government ownership, presents a compelling setup. Additionally, semiconductors, high-tech manufacturing, and electrical transmission are identified as five-year structural growth stories.Read More

Happiest Minds Technologies reported a 19.5% year-on-year decline in Q3FY26 profit, even as revenue rose 10.7% driven by strong deal wins. EBITDA margins remained stable at 20.4%. The company highlighted steady client additions and increased focus on AI and GenAI-led growth initiatives.Read More

In a bold financial maneuver, Alphabet is gearing up to raise around $15 billion by launching a US dollar bond sale. This strategic decision is poised to bolster their infrastructure as the demand for artificial intelligence skyrockets. With technology companies increasingly leveraging debt to fuel their AI ventures, Alphabet’s bond offering has already garnered an...Read More

Tuesday has brought significant challenges for Indian government bonds, as states gear up for a substantial bond sale, exacerbating the supply situation. Following the Reserve Bank of India’s recent decisions, investor demand remains tepid, leading to predictions of rising bond yields. Market observers are keenly monitoring the unfolding developments for signals on future trends.Read More