IRDAI and the avoidable art of regulatory jaywalkingThe recent policy adjustments by IRDAI have led to a marked decline in investor confidence and value within the insurance industry. The tra...
08 Oct, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
Rs 9,395 crore block deal! GQG exits ITC shares after a sharp 30% crash this yearITC witnessed a nearly Rs 9,437 crore block deal as a GQG-linked fund sold 36.51 crore shares, while Fidelity and major Indian mutual funds...
08 Oct, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
Current gold prices provide a better entry point as central bank demand supports the outlook, says Tata Mutual FundGold prices have corrected sharply from their January peak, but Tata Mutual Fund believes the long-term outlook remains supported by centra...
06 Oct, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
Banks vs NBFCs: Which stocks could benefit as RBI eyes rate hike for first time in 3 years?The RBI’s expected first rate hike in three years could have a mixed impact on banks and NBFCs. While higher funding costs may pressure NBF...
06 Oct, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Hidden cost of travel: Visa fees, card markups, optional tours and tips that can add 25-40% to budget; here's how to plan for themMany travelers fail to account for hidden costs while planning international journeys, often only considering major expenses. These overloo...
05 Oct, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra flags rising financial risks, warns against complacency as West Asia conflict adds to inflation pressureSanjay Malhotra highlighted the need for vigilance regarding financial vulnerabilities at the Kautilya Economic Conclave. He emphasized tha...
03 Oct, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
More insurance, less salesmanship: IRDAI proposed commission caps are neededIRDAI’s proposed caps on distribution commissions may face industry resistance after removal of earlier caps. The aim of the proposal is to...
28 Sep, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
For long-term investors who know and accept that more trouble might be on the way: 5 mid-cap stocks with upside potential of up to 32%Headwinds continue to hit both the global and domestic markets. As the situation is unlikely to improve anytime soon, we may see a further ...
27 Sep, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
ETMarkets Smart Talk | The next 12 months may be about capital saved, not returns made: Praveen JagwaniPraveen Jagwani advises investors to prioritize capital preservation over chasing high returns. Highlighting the need for extensive diversi...
27 Sep, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
ETMarkets Smart Talk: RBI may hike 50-75 bps; Archit Shah on what’s next for bondsArchit Shah, CIO at Zurich Kotak General Insurance, expects the RBI to hike repo rates by 50-75 bps towards 5.75-6% if inflation, crude, an...
27 Sep, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
NSE becomes 9th most valued company with Rs 4.63 lakh crore m-cap after IPO. Who did it overtake?The National Stock Exchange (NSE) made a rather modest entrance on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), opening at Rs 1,800 against its IPO pri...
24 Sep, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
NSE debut may not set D-St on fire, sparks to come laterNSE is set to debut on the stock market amid market expectations of moderate gains. Traders quote a grey market premium of around ₹83 per s...
24 Sep, 2026, 06.06 AM IST
Stocks in news: Bharat Dynamics, NTPC, Canara Bank and Waaree EnergiesIndian equity benchmarks experienced gains on Wednesday, driven by widespread buying in the market. Investors reacted positively to signs o...
24 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
MF Tracker: HDFC Pharma & Healthcare Fund tops equity MFs at 25% in 1 year. Should investors chase the rally?HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund recorded an impressive 25% return in the last year, surpassing its category average across various time fra...
22 Sep, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
The muddled class: The middle class is becoming too large and too diverse to offer a clear view of the consumerIndia's middle class now forms a majority, making income categories less informative. Household consumption patterns shift significantly af...
22 Sep, 2026, 01.27 AM IST
Global funds, same tech bet? The diversification trap Indian investors may missMany Indian investors mistakenly believe they diversify their portfolios by adding foreign countries. However, numerous global indices ofte...
21 Sep, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
Wires & cables face a new challenge: How Ultravolt’s big push could reshape India’s cable marketUltraTech Cement's breakthrough venture, Ultravolt, is set to disrupt India's wires and cables sector, heightening concerns for existing gi...
21 Sep, 2026, 11.38 AM IST