US banks rely on a 65-year-old programming language; companies are paying a premium for developers who know itA 1959 programming language, COBOL, is powering global finance and government systems. As experienced programmers retire, companies face a ...
02 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprintIn a series of measures, many revealed here for the first time, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) is giving banks policy incentives and beh...
30 May, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
Cautious on valuations, bullish on insurance and IT: How Nilesh Shetty is positioning for the next 12 monthsA cautious Nilesh Shetty of Quantum Advisors warns of a possible earnings disappointment in the next three to six months, citing El Niño ri...
26 May, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
India's economy resilient amid external shocks, says SitharamanIndia's economy shows resilience and strong domestic demand. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted that external factors are caus...
26 May, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
NPS growth, performance, market-linked annuities; Sriram Iyer, CEO of HDFC Pension, talks about India’s changing retirement landscapeIndia's retirement planning is evolving with rising private sector NPS participation and evolving annuity products. While government contri...
25 May, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
AI edge will depend on building hard-to-copy systems, says McKinseyCompanies can no longer gain a competitive edge with standard AI models, as nearly 90% of organisations now use large language models said ...
25 May, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
LIC shares gain 6% in two sessions. Should you buy ahead of the 1:1 bonus issue?LIC shares climbed 4% on Monday, extending gains for a second straight session and taking the two-day rally to 6%. The stock gained momentu...
25 May, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
LIC announces 1:1 bonus issue, sets May 29 as record dateLIC announced a 1:1 bonus issue, setting May 29 as the record date for eligibility. This follows Q4 earnings showing a 23% YoY rise in cons...
21 May, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
LIC to announce Q4 results today: Here's what to expect from the insurance behemothLife Insurance Corp (LIC) is poised to reveal its March quarter earnings today. Investors are keenly awaiting insights into new business gr...
21 May, 2026, 08.59 AM IST
Born out of microfinance, Bandhan Bank now bets big on AI and digital bankingAs Bandhan Bank accelerates its transition from a microfinance-led institution into a universal bank, Executive Director & COO Ratan Kumar ...
20 May, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
Insurers resist as customer comfort weighs on exec payIndian insurers are opposing new rules for executive pay. The regulator wants to link compensation to customer service, not just profits. I...
20 May, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
ICICI Pru Life shares crash nearly 9% after Prudential plans stake cut below 10%ICICI Prudential Life Insurance shares fell sharply on Monday after reports that promoter Prudential plc may reduce its stake below 10% fol...
18 May, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
ICICI Bank to retain majority stake in ICICI Pru Life as Prudential buys 75% in Bharti LifeICICI Bank will maintain its majority stake in ICICI Prudential Life Insurance following its partner Prudential's acquisition of a controll...
18 May, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Prudential to acquire 75% stake in Bharti’s insurance business for Rs 3,500 crorePrudential plc is set to acquire a 75% stake in Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited from Bharti Life Ventures Pvt Ltd. This strategic par...
17 May, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
From cost centre to strategic lever: The new workplace contract taking shape in IndiaCompanies are adopting flexible plans, preventive care, and digital delivery. This creates a new partnership between employers and employee...
16 May, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
Amazon primes a Blinkit showdown; New insurance models prop upHappy Tuesday! Amazon's late but strong push into quick commerce is unsettling market leader Blinkit. This and more in today's ETtech Morni...
12 May, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
Insurance companies see a growth path in ecommerce, fintech embedded modelsEmbedded insurance is expanding in ecommerce and fintech, with payment and online retail platforms bundling protection for merchants. Start...
12 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST