India must avoid copying China's aggressive tax policies on private wealth and offshore assetsDeveloping economies often look to the US and China for cues on taxation, infra spending and policy. India, for one, must steer clear of em...
23 Oct, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Social Security gets a 3.6% raise in 2027, but a 22% cut looms by 2032: Could a 40% payroll tax hike make Millennials and Gen Z pay more?Your Social Security payment will rise 3.6% in January 2027, about $75 more a month on average. But the bigger story is 2032, when the reti...
22 Oct, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
Put your smartphone in the spotlight at the ET Product of the Year Awards 2026The ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 celebrate India's top smartphone brands that skillfully convert features into commercial success. Ev...
21 Oct, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up 32%, according to analystsHistory tells us that there is no way you can time the markets or predict its movement. But one thing can certainly be said: If the macro m...
20 Oct, 2026, 06.03 AM IST
Social Security’s $75 monthly boost has a catch: Why the 2027 COLA may fall short as trust fund depletion loomsRetirees will see a 3.6% boost in their Social Security checks starting January 1. The increase raises the average monthly payment for a re...
20 Oct, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
Why your banking solution deserves the ET Banking Product of the Year AwardAs the landscape of digital banking transforms, financial institutions are tasked with the essential challenge of proving the worth of thei...
19 Oct, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Nomura among key investors as Zetwerk mops up Rs 2,251 crore in anchor bidding; IPO opens on Oct 15Zetwerk Manufacturing Businesses raised Rs 2,251 crore from 99 anchor investors, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs and Nomura, ahead of it...
14 Oct, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
GST Council reforms address key industry concerns, focus shifts to implementation, says Dept of Revenue officialDuring the 57th GST Council meeting, significant recommendations were made to address concerns from stakeholders. The government plans to i...
12 Oct, 2026, 10.09 PM IST
IIT-Bombay study bats to cut MDR to 0.08 pc from 0.4 pc, exclude banks from taking bulk shareA report by IIT-Bombay professors recommends reducing the Merchant Discount Rate for UPI transactions to improve the ecosystem. The current...
11 Oct, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
UPI MDR framework needs rationalisation to protect public trust: ReportUPI, a public digital infrastructure, has generated significant convenience for users and productivity gains for the economy, with its long...
11 Oct, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
UPI MDR framework needs rationalisation to protect public trust: IIT Bombay reportThe report cautioned that public trust in UPI could be undermined if the proposed MDR framework is implemented in its present form, stressi...
11 Oct, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
GST 2.0 makes it less taxing as govt scrap arrest powers, raise prosecution threshold to Rs 5 crore in major overhaulThe GST Council recently approved substantial reforms to simplify the indirect tax structure and improve compliance. These changes include ...
10 Oct, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
Sunil Bharti Mittal is prowling for big kill on his African safariAirtel Money’s London listing has put a roughly $7 billion valuation on Sunil Bharti Mittal’s African fintech bet, highlighting how far the...
10 Oct, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
Horoscope Tomorrow, October 9, 2026: One Area of Life May Demand Your Attention as Career, Money, Love and Health Take New TurnsOn October 9, the Moon will be traversing Virgo, urging all zodiac signs to focus on meticulous planning and organization. This day promise...
08 Oct, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
As sugar markets swing, eBuySugar bets on scale and digital tradeWith sugar prices, production, and trade policies becoming increasingly volatile, eBuySugar is expanding its role beyond simply connecting ...
06 Oct, 2026, 11.04 AM 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
GST Council may clear sweeping compliance reforms; e-commerce sellers, genuine buyers to get reliefThe GST Council will assess various procedural reforms aimed at simplifying tax compliance for businesses. Proposed measures include enabli...
04 Oct, 2026, 08.05 PM IST