Restaurants, cafes rule out menu price hikes in festive quarter despite UPI MDR levy and rising food inflationRestaurants will likely avoid menu price increases this holiday season. Rising input costs and inflation have already impacted the food ser...
18 Sep, 2026, 09.10 AM IST
'Loneliness' in China is now a $1 trillion 'singles economy' in the world's second most populous country with 1.4 billion peopleChina’s growing number of people living alone is driving a $1 trillion singles economy, with businesses offering products and services tail...
17 Sep, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
US stocks today: Dow ends 650 pts lower after Fed rate hike, more rate tightening seenUS stocks end lower after the Federal Reserve raises interest rates as expected and signals further tightening to tackle elevated inflation...
17 Sep, 2026, 01.41 AM IST
Credit for the next 50 crore: How PhonePe’s new co-branded cards target India’s underservedAt GFF 2026, PhonePe unveiled a suite of co-branded credit cards with HDFC Bank and SBI, plus the Wishcard for consumers with limited or no...
15 Sep, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
Indians may heed PM Modi's gold message this festive season, with a twistIndia’s festive gold demand is likely to be stronger in value but weaker in volume this year as record prices, higher import duties and Pri...
15 Sep, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Global Market: China’s AI boom lifts factory output as property slump deepensChina's industrial output accelerated in August, supported by strong demand for AI-related technology and advanced manufacturing. However, ...
15 Sep, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
A small aluminium tray and television rapidly changed what Americans ate after World War II. This recipe became the most popular of them allAmerican meals in the 1950s featured meatloaf and fried chicken alongside new convenience foods. Casseroles and canned vegetables simplifie...
14 Sep, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
Gen Z seem richer than they really are, claims Bengaluru man: ‘They splurge Rs 500 on avocado toast but can’t buy…’; studies say it’s not mindless spendingGen Z are more likely to splurge big on treats such as avocado toasts and matcha tea than buy a home or a car. This is not just mindless bu...
12 Sep, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Pamela Anderson: 'I don't do the gym and I don't diet. I'm vegetarian but...' - How ‘Baywatch’ star redefined wellness without gyms or dietsPamela Anderson shares an inspiring take on wellness, advocating for a natural, balanced approach to health. Rather than endorsing extreme ...
11 Sep, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
American Eagle shares slump on flat margin outlook, weakness in namesake brandAmerican Eagle experienced a significant drop in shares, attributing the decline to a forecast of stagnant gross margins for the upcoming q...
10 Sep, 2026, 09.19 PM IST
From luxury cars to watches: Why India’s wealthy are spending more on ultra-premium productsIndia’s luxury market is shifting from traditional status symbols towards products that offer craftsmanship, exclusivity, heritage and indi...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
Apparel retail growth to moderate to 13 pc in FY27 as consumers diversify spending: ReportIndia's clothing retail market is projected to achieve a growth rate of twelve to thirteen percent in the current fiscal year, a slight dec...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
Losing money in Nifty? 8 beaten-down largecap stocks see promoters increase stake in 2026Promoters raised stakes in eight Nifty largecaps despite stock declines in 2026, with Jio Financial, Bharti Airtel and Reliance among the c...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
India’s organised apparel retail revenue to grow 12-13% in FY27, margins may shrink: CrisilProjected revenue growth in the organized apparel retail market is expected to reach between twelve and thirteen percent this fiscal year. ...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
The big Gen Z market taking over how India spends, saves and strategisesIndia's youngest generation now leads consumption spending with unique preferences. Gen Z's influence is reshaping brand strategies and inv...
08 Sep, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
India's festive season promises strong show as quick commerce reshapes online shopping battleIndia’s festive e-commerce season is expected to deliver healthy spending growth, with premium purchases coexisting with aggressive bargain...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Campbell's forecasts weak year ahead on pressured consumer spendingCampbell's is aiming for substantial cost savings by 2030, after announcing a cut to its quarterly dividend to focus on debt reduction. In ...
03 Sep, 2026, 07.48 PM IST