The Messi economy: Life after Argentina is still big money for the 'Little Magician'Lionel Messi's brand value grows as his football career nears its end. His global recognition and consistent excellence attract major inter...
04 Sep, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
‘Pulse’ check: How PhonePe is turning transaction data into market intelligenceIn an exclusive conversation with The Economic Times, PhonePe’s Karthik Raghupathy explained how PulsePro was born out of demand for postal...
04 Sep, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Which stocks should you buy ahead of the festive season? Here are Kotak Securities’ top 10 picksIndia’s festive season is expected to drive a strong consumption boost, with analysts identifying sectors and stocks that could benefit. Th...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Purple Style Labs IPO Day 3: GMP, subscription status, key details. Should you subscribe?Purple Style Labs IPO enters its third and final day of bidding, with the issue subscribed 24% on the second day and a grey market premium ...
02 Sep, 2026, 08.59 AM IST
UPI transaction volumes hit record high in August, cross 24.5 billionData released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) showed transaction volumes rose 3.6% from 23.66 billion in July, while t...
01 Sep, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
Purple Style Labs IPO Day 2: GMP, subscription status, key details — Should you subscribe?Purple Style Labs IPO enters its second bidding day with subdued demand and a GMP of around 1%, down from 5%. The Rs 680-crore issue has se...
01 Sep, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Purple Style Labs IPO opens for bidding. Should you apply or avoid?Purple Style Labs IPO opened for subscription on August 31 and will remain open until September 2. The Rs 680-crore issue, comprising entir...
31 Aug, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Dick's Sporting Goods shares slump 22% as Foot Locker weakness sparks outlook cutDick’s Sporting Goods shares plunged 22% after second-quarter earnings missed estimates and the retailer cut its full-year outlook. Weak Fo...
25 Aug, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Babycare quick commerce startup Peeko raises $7 millionBabycare rapid delivery platform Peeko has raised $7 million in a funding round led by Chiratae Ventures to expand its business, technology...
20 Aug, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
FMCG, auto and consumer companies step up festive marketing spends by up to 20%Indian consumer companies are increasing festive marketing budgets by up to 20% as demand shows signs of strengthening and dealers build in...
19 Aug, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
From kirana to currency: Small towns are scrambling for dollarsSmall towns now lead India's foreign exchange demand, surpassing major cities. This shift indicates rising prosperity and global lifestyle ...
17 Aug, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
India’s next online grocery goldmine lies beyond the traditional routesThe shift in India’s e-commerce market is revealing a growing focus on value-oriented buyers from smaller towns. These consumers favor cost...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
US stocks: Birkenstock shares jump 18% as strong demand prompts revenue forecast hikeBirkenstock has raised its annual sales growth forecast after surpassing quarterly revenue expectations. The company's robust performance w...
13 Aug, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
Q1 earnings show resilience as demand, cost headwinds prove less severe than expected: ICRAICRA said India Inc’s Q1 FY27 earnings began on a stronger-than-expected note, with revenue growth accelerating to 22%. Despite margin pres...
13 Aug, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
From Uniqlo to Zara, clothing brands try to win over Gen Z with a needle and threadApparel companies are offering repair services and sewing workshops to attract young consumers. These initiatives aim to reduce textile was...
10 Aug, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
‘Bharat’ is going digital on its own termsBharat’s consumers may be hesitant to purchase certain products online, but it’s clear that they are ready to embrace digital shopping.
08 Aug, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Ralph Lauren shares jump 7% as shoppers in Asia, North America drive revenue beatRalph Lauren's first-quarter financial performance surpassed expectations, showcasing a robust demand driven by younger consumers across va...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.22 PM IST