Climate shift threatens Nilgiris tea plantations, says UPASI officialRising temperatures and erratic weather challenge Nilgiris tea plantations significantly. Super El Nino conditions exacerbate these climate...
29 Jul, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
China sets overnight reverse repo rate steady at 1.25%, sources sayChina's central bank injected significant funds into the banking system. The People's Bank of China conducted overnight and seven-day rever...
29 Jul, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Bitcoin holds near $63,000 as investors await Fed meeting despite easing geopolitical tensionsBitcoin hovered near $63,000 on Tuesday ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision, with investors remaining cautious despite easing...
28 Jul, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
India data centre capacity to jump to 12 GW by 2030 as AI fuels demand: Wood MackenzieAI-dedicated capacity is expected to rise multifold to 6,546 MW by 2030 from 275 MW in 2025, while data centre electricity demand is foreca...
27 Jul, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
In 1902, Willis Carrier invented modern air conditioning after Florida doctor John Gorrie's decades-old cooling idea paved the wayIn 1902, engineer Willis Carrier created the first modern air conditioning system to solve a printing company's humidity problem, forever c...
27 Jul, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
Quote of the day by John Stuart Mill: "As a rule, Panics do not destroy capital; they merely reveal the extent to which it has been previously destroyed by its betrayal into hopelessly unproductive worksJohn Stuart Mill’s quote highlights that market panics do not create losses but reveal prior misallocation of capital. The piece explains h...
27 Jul, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
Sensex sinks over 2,000 points in 5 days. How scary do the charts look for next week?Indian markets enter a crucial week with Nifty testing the key 23,600 support after five straight sessions of losses. Rising crude oil pric...
25 Jul, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Retirement planning at 50: How a Rs 1.3 crore bond portfolio can generate nearly Rs 1 lakh a monthFinancial experts say retirement planning should focus on purpose-driven portfolios rather than arbitrary corpus targets. A balanced mix of...
25 Jul, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
Where to invest Rs 10 lakh for maximum advantage: equity, a hybrid instrument or debt?Financial planning: Investing ten lakh rupees requires aligning financial goals with suitable timeframes. Short-term goals necessitate cons...
24 Jul, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Global Market: ECB signals future debate on raising bank reserve requirements to reduce central bank lossesThe European Central Bank may increase minimum reserve requirements for commercial banks. This move could reduce interest payments made to ...
24 Jul, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
Sold multi-asset MFs? Before filing ITR, check the fund’s underlying asset mix as it determines tax treatment; know how to file return on such gainsMulti-asset mutual fund taxation depends on equity and debt exposure. Equity-oriented funds have specific tax rates and holding periods. De...
24 Jul, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Global Market: China, Hong Kong stocks slide as oil surge fuels inflation concernsAsian markets saw declines in China and Hong Kong equities on Friday. Crude oil prices surged above $100 a barrel, intensifying inflation w...
24 Jul, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
How ULIP plans can help you with legacy planningLegacy planning helps Indian families transfer wealth smoothly across generations. Unit Linked Insurance Plans offer life cover and market-...
22 Jul, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
The Risks of Prioritizing Short-Term Revenue Over Customer FitMost startups measure success through top-line revenue growth. But beneath vanity metrics often lurks a hidden threat: sales debt. Like tec...
22 Jul, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Should I sell gold to buy a second home, or is it better to pledge it?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I am 45, and want to buy a holiday home, or what may be called a second home. I do not have any major financial c...
21 Jul, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Largecap mutual funds hold lowest cash levels in 12 months. Should investors see it as a bullish signal or exercise caution?Largecap mutual funds' cash holdings fell to a one-year low of 2.2% in June, reflecting higher equity deployment and fund managers' confide...
20 Jul, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
Global Market: CXMT's $8.6 billion IPO draws strong retail demand, but investor caution persistsChinese memory chipmaker CXMT's IPO attracted strong retail investor interest. The retail tranche was oversubscribed by 243.93 times, showi...
17 Jul, 2026, 10.54 AM IST