Asia’s currency fight moves offshore as central banks push backAsian central banks are intensifying efforts to curb offshore forex speculation as external pressures like high oil prices and a strong dol...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
The world's oil piggy bank is being smashed open. What can go wrong?Global oil inventories are plummeting to multi-decade lows, exacerbated by Middle Eastern supply disruptions and the rapid depletion of str...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.03 PM IST
ET Explainer: Why largecaps are gaining appeal as Nifty consolidatesWith Nifty 50 valuations at long-term averages, wealth managers suggest allocating to large-cap stocks. These companies offer stability and...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.36 AM IST
Nithya Raman: Who is the India-born council member challenging Karen Bass for Los Angeles mayor?Nithya Raman will face incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral runoff. The contest features two Democrats. Voters are focused...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
The AI trade trap: Why successful tech stocks are triggering a trillion-dollar market meltdown in Korea, TaiwanA sharp tech selloff exposed concentration risks in Asian markets, where chip giants such as TSMC, Samsung and SK Hynix dominate benchmarks...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
Analysts lift bets on India Inc after strong March quarterAnalysts have upgraded earnings estimates for a majority of NSE 500 companies following better-than-expected profit growth in the March 202...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.20 AM IST
Top corporate bonds, long gilts can be a good play as RBI holds ratesThe RBI maintained its repo rate at 5.25% and a neutral stance, raising inflation forecasts due to West Asian conflict-driven oil price hik...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.13 AM IST
Reassure homes, not just economy: Why India’s growth feels weaker at household levelThe ripples of global disruptions are felt in the everyday lives of Indian families, shaping individual narratives beyond simple data point...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
AI mania reorders Asia's stock marketsWith AI investments taking center stage, South Korea and Taiwan's stock markets have outpaced India in terms of market capitalisation, larg...
07 Jun, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
Rising fuel prices to strain household budgets as West Asia crisis pushes crude above USD 100: Chief Economist Manoranjan SharmaFuel prices are climbing globally, impacting Indian households. The West Asia conflict is driving up crude oil costs, making higher fuel pr...
06 Jun, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
Indian companies willing to deepen presence in Venezuela, says Minister Hardeep Singh PuriIndia is looking to deepen its energy partnership with Venezuela, with Indian companies expressing readiness to expand their presence. This...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Rupee inches up, defies Asian peers; caution prevails before RBI policyThe Indian rupee strengthened on Friday, defying subdued Asian markets ahead of a key policy decision. While a currency trader noted flow-d...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Sensex falls over 300 points, Nifty below 23,350 amid persistent FII sellingIndian stock markets opened lower on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty declining due to persistent FII selling and global headwinds. Geojit I...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
OECD warns prolonged Middle East war could sharply slow global growthThe global economy faces uncertainty due to the Middle East conflict. The OECD warns of recession and rising inflation if the war continues...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Asia's factory output expands as firms stockpile buffers over Iran war risksAsian factories saw steady growth in May. Companies built up stocks to counter potential supply disruptions from the Middle East conflict. ...
01 Jun, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
India's paint industry remains optimistic on growth despite crude volatility, pricing pressures and competitionIndia's paint industry is experiencing a demand surge in both cities and villages. Leading companies anticipate strong volume growth in FY2...
31 May, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Asian Paints net profit jumps nearly 70%, weighs 'calibrated' price hikesThis fiscal year, Asian Paints is targeting an ambitious volume growth of 8-10%. To safeguard its profit margins at 18-20%, the company is ...
30 May, 2026, 12.27 AM IST