NBFC stocks in focus: Rising funding costs threaten margins despite robust loan growth and asset qualityThe non-banking financial companies (NBFC) sector is set to enjoy robust earnings, thanks to strong credit demand and consistent asset qual...
19 Oct, 2026, 10.55 AM IST
Motor insurers seek third-party premium deregulation, end to knock-for-knock pactsIn responses to the regulator's consultation paper on insurance distribution reforms, some industry participants said automobile manufactur...
17 Oct, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
India insurance regulator to oversee smooth transition to new commission rules, chairman saysIndia's insurance regulator, the IRDAI, plans to implement reforms for insurance sales to improve the market. Proposed changes include capp...
15 Oct, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
IRDAI may allow transition period for insurance fee capIRDAI Chairman Ajay Seth said the regulator is examining industry feedback on a consultation paper that is open until October 25, while mai...
13 Oct, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
Nomura becomes latest brokerage to cut PB Fintech share price target by 31%, lists 2 scenarios for fair priceNomura has cut PB Fintech’s target price by 31% to Rs 1,100 after proposed IRDAI curbs on insurance website practices and commissions. The ...
09 Oct, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
IRDAI may roll out insurance commission caps from January, overhaul distribution rulesIndia's insurance regulator is planning significant reforms to the insurance distribution system, aiming for implementation soon. Proposed ...
09 Oct, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
IRDAI and the avoidable art of regulatory jaywalkingThe recent policy adjustments by IRDAI have led to a marked decline in investor confidence and value within the insurance industry. The tra...
08 Oct, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
ElevenLabs bets big on India; GCC jobs shiftElevenLabs is planning to expand its voice AI platform to include all 22 Indian languages. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
06 Oct, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
Insurance brokers oppose IRDAI commission caps, warn of 60-70% revenue hitInsurance brokers in India are opposing commission cap proposals from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India. They war...
06 Oct, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
Insurance brokers oppose IRDAI's proposed reforms on caps on commissionsIndian insurance brokers are opposing regulatory proposals that include caps on commissions paid to various distributors. The Insurance Reg...
06 Oct, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Insurance misselling misunderstood: The regulator’s proposal is tantamount to addressing the symptom, while ignoring the causeIn FY25, the Indian insurance sector experienced significant premium growth while maintaining flat penetration rates. However, complaints r...
06 Oct, 2026, 07.26 AM IST
Reducing commissions may help curb mis-selling of insurance products; IRDAI’s role remains crucialThe Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India has announced new proposals to limit commission rates for insurance distributor...
05 Oct, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
IRDAI’s insurance distribution paper: Economics in focus, consumer protection gaps remainRules and caps can change behaviour. Incentives determine whether organisations merely comply with the rules or actually change the behavio...
05 Oct, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
PB Fintech shares crash 50% from peak, fall below 2021 IPO price. More downside coming?PB Fintech shares plunged 50% from their all-time high to drop below the 2021 IPO price of Rs 980. The sharp six-day selloff follows propos...
01 Oct, 2026, 03.22 PM IST
IBAI flags job, growth risks from IRDAI’s proposed distribution reformsThe Insurance Brokers Association of India (IBAI) has warned that IRDAI’s proposed changes to insurance distribution could shrink distribut...
30 Sep, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
Bernstein cuts PB Fintech share price target by 53%. More pressure after Rs 37,000 m-cap rout?PB Fintech shares have plunged 42% in four sessions, wiping out Rs 37,000 crore in market value, following IRDAI’s proposed reforms to curb...
30 Sep, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
Jobs in line as IRDAI commission caps force insurance brokers to rethink modelsFacing new commission regulations from the IRDAI, insurance brokers, including Quickinsure, are tweaking their business approaches. This pi...
30 Sep, 2026, 01.58 AM IST