Explained: Why Japan's Nikkei soared to lifetime high even after BOJ hiked interest rates to 31-year highJapan's Nikkei index surged past 70,000 for the first time as the Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1%, the highest in 31 ...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Defence and electrification are multi-year structural themes for India: Prateek AgrawalGeopolitical shifts and the drive for self-reliance are creating long-term investment opportunities in India's defence and electrification ...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Focus on structural trends, ignore market noise: Hiren VedMarkets react quickly to news, but Hiren Ved of Alchemy Capital Management advises focusing on reality over narratives. He highlights a glo...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
The hidden cost of looking better: What health insurance covers, and what it leaves you to payRising demand for weight-loss drugs, cosmetic procedures and wellness treatments is creating a growing out-of-pocket healthcare expense cat...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
US Stock Market: Fed meeting in focus as Wall Street navigates volatility amid evolving US-Iran peace dealAfter months of gains, U.S. markets enter a pivotal week as investors assess the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision amid persistent...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on MondayMarkets rallied sharply as easing US–Iran tensions and softer crude prices boosted sentiment. Sensex and Nifty surged 2%, adding Rs 10 lakh...
14 Jun, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
PPF, SCSS and NSC have outperformed equity in last 2 years, but should you write off equities?Small savings schemes vs Nifty indices: While equities have shown muted returns recently, small savings schemes have offered stable returns...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on FridayIndian equities witnessed sharp swings before ending lower amid expiry-day volatility and rising geopolitical concerns. Profit booking in b...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
South Africa's Drakensberg grasslands still look the same, but farmers say droughts, heatwaves, and disease are quietly changing what the land can supportDrought and heatwaves are decimating sheep flocks in South Africa's Drakensberg mountains, threatening the livelihoods and cultural identit...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
SpaceX’s IPO success may rub off on AmbaniInvestor interest in major tech offerings remains strong. Mukesh Ambani's Jio Platforms is preparing for a significant IPO in India. Howeve...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
To win the deep-tech race, India needs ‘General Innovation Rules’India is launching ambitious science initiatives. However, current financial rules designed for conventional procurement hinder R&D. A new ...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
Why are oil prices up, while gold, silver prices down today along with upcoming US stock market futures crash? US attack, Iran tensions, inflation fears and market reaction explainedWhy are oil prices up, while gold, silver prices down today along with upcoming US stock market futures crash? Global markets moved in diff...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.18 AM IST
Jio BlackRock prepares ETF debut by August after building $2 billion India fund baseJio BlackRock is set to launch its first Indian ETFs by August, aiming to mirror BlackRock's global success in passive investing. The joint...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
Attractive valuations, improving earnings: Why fund managers are now raising their exposure to small-cap stocksMidcap stocks have dominated performance for a decade, but a shift towards small caps is emerging. Flexi-cap funds are increasing small-cap...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Social Security checks could increase in 2027 as new COLA forecast rises to 3.9% - here's how much retirees are expected to get next yearSocial Security benefits 2027 increase: Millions of Social Security recipients may receive larger monthly payments in 2027, with current in...
06 Jun, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
RBI MPC decision: How should mutual fund investors change their strategy after rate pause?The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate at 5.25%, reflecting a cautious stance amid global uncertainties and inflation risks. Ex...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
Govt scraps capital gains tax on foreign investment in bondsIndia has eliminated long-term capital gains tax on FII investments in government securities, effective April 1, 2026, to attract foreign c...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST