Mastercard to look beyond card biz; target tier 3 & 4 markets for growthMastercard is targeting India's expanding credit-on-UPI market. The company is looking beyond traditional card payments for future growth. ...
ADB, StanChart ink partnership to support Indian firms across supply chainsThe Asian Development Bank and Standard Chartered Bank have partnered to boost supply chain finance in India. Agreements include risk-shari...
These 7 private and public banking stocks have an upside of up to 23% in one year, according to analystsGiven how the market has moved in the last five-six trading sessions, the probability is high that a new readjustment trade has started. Th...
RBI reviews expected credit loss rules amid concerns over impact on SME credit costsThe Reserve Bank of India is taking a closer look at its credit loss regulations, which may result in higher borrowing costs for small and ...
West Asia heat may soon scorch banks' booksIndian banks anticipate asset quality stress from the second quarter due to the West Asia conflict. Rising fuel prices will reduce consumer...
How to regain funds & frolic: India’s capex push needs savings, competitiveness and global capital flows to alignAsia is experiencing an industrial boom. India can benefit by increasing manufacturing and attracting investment. This will create jobs and...
Circulate Capital commits $150 million to India to invest in recycling companiesCirculate Capital has committed $150 million from its second fund to Indian recycling companies, building on initial successes. The firm, b...
Oxyzo Financial Services FY26 net profit rises 11% to Rs 375 crore, on 23% revenue jumpThe profitable fintech lender is looking to widen its debt-market play through the acquisition of Rainmatter-backed GoldenPi Technologies, ...
Indian small businesses record strongest growth since COVID in 2025: CPA Australia surveyIndian small businesses saw their best growth in 2025 since the pandemic. Four out of five firms expanded, with strong expectations for 202...
Indian banks more exposed to West Asia crisis among APAC region: Moody'sIndian banks face significant exposure due to energy import reliance. Higher fuel costs will strain consumers and businesses, increasing cr...
Himalaya Wealth Managers launches Rs 500 crore SME-focused AIF to bridge equity capital gapHimalaya Wealth Managers LLP has launched Himalaya SME Scheme-I, a Rs 500 crore AIF, to address the equity risk capital gap for high-potent...
Tide crosses 2 million members worldwide with India driving the next phase of growthOver 1.1 million Indian small businesses joined Tide since its December 2022 launch, highlighting the platform's success in catering to a n...
These 9 banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 32% in 1 year, according to analystsIt is always important to make a distinction between sentiment and real business. While sentiment can impact prices in the short term, it i...
Enterprise AI infrastructure, MLOps & developer Tools drive the next phase of AI innovationThe ET Most Innovative AI Product Awards 2026 recognises the AI Platforms, Infrastructure & Developer Tools category. It highlights the tec...
ET Most Innovative AI Product Awards 2026: Recognise leaders in Agentic AI & Autonomous SystemsThe ET Most Innovative AI Product Awards 2026 by The Economic Times is now inviting nominations for the Agentic AI & Autonomous Systems cat...
Govt's credit guarantee to reduce MSME bad loan risks for banksThe government's Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 is set to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises. Experts believe this in...
India’s SME AI Ecosystem Is Accelerating Rapidly. Here’s why recognition has become more critical than everIndia’s SMEs are accelerating AI adoption, unlocking efficiency and growth. As competition intensifies, recognition is becoming essential f...