India adds 1.26 million credit cards in July as spending rises; HDFC, SBI lead the wayhealthy demand Industry card additions rise 11.5% over June; Card spends hold above ₹2 lakh-crore mark; Transaction volumes surge but the v...
25 Aug, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
'India is a country ripe for innovation across many facets of our business': Marriott International CEOMarriott sees India as a key growth market, planning significant expansion and new hotel openings. The company is adapting its brands and p...
25 Aug, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 20% in one year, as per analystsWhen the stock market is hit by a mix of head and tail winds, it is probably the right time to look at stocks from sectors witnessing struc...
25 Aug, 2026, 11.09 AM IST
Rising multiple vehicle loans, bigger ticket sizes raise risk for lendersVehicle buyers are increasingly taking multiple loans, while the average amount borrowed is also rising, raising potential credit risks for...
25 Aug, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
NBFCs: How you own them matters more than which you own; 19 NBFC stocks with upside potential ranging from 1% to 31%Like much of the Indian market, valuations in this sector are also not cheap. And when you pay a full price for a sector, the risk of getti...
24 Aug, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
ET World Leaders Forum: Global business rewires for a world of geopolitics, AI and energy shiftsGlobal business executives recognize a significant shift in globalization, focusing now on security and resilience over mere efficiency. Th...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
Stock picks of the week: 6 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 29%Given current market conditions, better stick with stocks that offer some comfort. It could be valuation, or growth purely dependent on dom...
21 Aug, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
These 7 bank stocks have an upside potential of up to 27% in one year, according to analystsConsider how things have panned out for the banking sector in Q1 FY27. The quality of loan books has improved. Though credit growth was not...
18 Aug, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 29%It is good to set expectations from the market. It helps reduce volatility-related anxiety. For now, ignore what is happening to the Nifty ...
14 Aug, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
The hidden economics of international spendingThe expansion of Indian international spending is rapidly increasing annually. The hidden costs of forex mark-up on credit cards can signif...
14 Aug, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsLooking at what happens in the short term is important, as it does have an impact on stock prices. But also always keep an eye on the macro...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Medium-term investing: You cannot remove the risk; try to get the odds in your favour. 5 large-caps with upside potential of up to 25%The mood has improved, but it is too early to give the all-clear. There is still an element of uncertainty in the market. At a time like th...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsWhat is volatility? There is, of course, a mathematical definition. Then there is the human definition, which is how investors feel it. In ...
13 Aug, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
These 6 banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 25% in 1 year, according to analystsThis is worth noting: Despite sustained periods of FPI selling, banking stocks have not corrected to the extent one might have expected, es...
12 Aug, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
- NBFCs outpace banks in June as cards lose some credit
NBFCs outpaced banks in retail lending growth in June, with loans rising over 20% year-on-year compared with 16% for banks. Growth was driv...
11 Aug, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Think Gen Z is financially careless? Their investing habits say otherwiseGeneration Z places a strong emphasis on balancing experiences and career adaptability while ensuring financial security. This generation i...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.57 AM IST
PNB to roll out its wealth management product by Dec aimed at boosting non-interest incomePunjab National Bank plans to launch wealth management services by December. The bank is also aggressively scaling its credit card business...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.42 PM IST