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MSME business confidence improves despite rising input costs, manufacturing sentiment strongest: SIDBIIndia's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are exhibiting a strong sense of optimism for business conditions, evidenced by an upt...
Private sector activity hits four month high in OctoberIndia's private sector activity experienced significant growth in October, reaching a four-month high as new orders increased. The HSBC Fla...
Despite global tensions, India’s business sentiment rebounds in Q2 FY27: NCAERIndia's Business Confidence Index has risen to 107.8 in the second quarter of this fiscal year. The survey included 502 companies across si...
HKEX launches AI and semiconductor indexes, licenses AI index in ChinaHong Kong Exchanges and Clearing launched two new indexes that track AI and semiconductor companies. The HKEX Artificial Intelligence Index...
India October business growth hits 4-month high; hiring stalls, PMI showsIndia's business activity expanded at its fastest pace in four months through a strong services-led pickup. The Composite Purchasing Manage...
Knauf Group to invest additional €350 million in India, plans four new plantsGerman building materials company Knauf Group plans to invest an additional €350 million in India to set up four new manufacturing plants, ...
Euro zone consumer confidence falls to -17.9 in OctoberThe European Commission said a flash estimate showed euro zone consumer morale decreased to -17.9 this month from a revised -16.8 in Septem...
China blue-chip index confirms bear market as AI stocks slumpThe CSI300 Index dropped 1.8% to close at 4,036.30, its lowest level since July 2025. It is now 20.2% below its most recent closing peak on...
Chinese stock market enters bear territory! CSI 300 index crashes 20% from June peakChina’s CSI 300 index entered bear market territory on Thursday, falling 20% from its June peak amid concerns over taxation policies, slowi...
Defence Ministry signs ₹770 crore BEL deal for low-level surveillance radars for ArmyThe Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth ₹ 770 crore with Bharat Electronics Limited for radar procurement. The Improved Low Lev...
Global Market Today: Asian stocks decline in break from US chip rallyLosses were led by a more than 2% drop in South Korea’s Kospi Index — a bellwether for artificial intelligence investments — as chip heavyw...
Banking stocks, high oil prices drag Indian markets lowerAcross Asia, markets were mixed, with South Korea rebounding 1.8% from last week's losses amid simmering concerns over excessive investment...
Global Market: Indonesia stock exchange to meet MSCI after downgrade warning triggers market routIndonesia’s stock exchange will meet MSCI on Monday to seek clarity over a warning that could strip the country of its emerging-market stat...
Punjab National Bank eyes Rs 6,000 crore quarterly profit after record September earningsPunjab National Bank reported a record quarterly net profit of Rs 5,532 crore for September 2026. The bank's core operating profit grew by ...
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Central Bank of India Q2 profit rises 21% as loans grow 30%Central Bank of India reported a 21% rise in September 2026 quarterly net profit to Rs 1,469 crore, supported by 26% net interest income gr...
Central Bank's net profit up 21% in Q2 FY26Central Bank of India reported a 21% increase in net profit amounting to Rs 1469 crore for September 2026. Net interest income grew by 26% ...
Nagpur’s industrial push gains momentum, but MSMEs face rising power costs and land hurdlesWith major industrial investments taking shape across Vidarbha, industry stakeholders believe Nagpur has an opportunity to emerge as a dive...
MSMEs need to focus on quality, cost to gain from new FTAs: SecyIndia's expanding network of free trade agreements is creating new opportunities for MSMEs to grow. The MSME ministry emphasizes the need f...
From credit access to capital intelligence: The next evolution of MSME financeThe task ahead for lenders, fintechs, and financial institutions serving this segment is not simply to close the credit gap; it is to close...