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80% of Indian small businesses grew in 2025, surpassing Asia-Pacific average of 63%: CPA Australia SurveyRising costs remained the main challenge for such businesses in 2025, says the survey.
IIFL Finance nets $500 million in overseas bond salesIIFL Finance successfully raised $500 million through international dollar bonds, priced at 7.6% for a 3.25-year tenure. This marks India's...
EEPC India proposes separate MSME rating system for better funding and global competitivenessEEPC India has urged the government to create a distinct rating system for MSMEs. This new approach would consider their size and operation...
Over 60% of pharma MSMEs yet to comply with updated manufacturing normsPharma industry officials say the revised Schedule M regulations could require Rs 10-15 crore per facility in upgrades, while talent shorta...
No Santa for exporters this Christmas: Iran war disrupts supply chains, stretches transit times to 60 days, threatens marginsIndian exporters say longer shipping routes, rising input costs, and delayed payment cycles are squeezing margins and putting pressure on d...
Oyo readies market debut; IT's comeback rallyOyo's IPO plans are back on track after securing the regulator's nod. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
ONDC raises Rs 220 crore from Zoho, Uber, Paytm, BSE; eyes additional capitalWhile Zoho Corporation has invested Rs 70 crore as a part of this round, Uber and Paytm have invested Rs 60 crore each. BSE Technologies ha...
Banks sanction Rs 35,000 cr loans under ECLGS to MSMEs to deal with West Asia crisisBanks have disbursed Rs 35,000 crore in loans under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme. This initiative supports MSMEs and industri...
Indian small businesses record strongest growth since COVID in 2025: CPA Australia surveyIndian small businesses saw their best growth in 2025 since the pandemic. Four out of five firms expanded, with strong expectations for 202...
Small businesses record strongest growth since Covid despite rising cost pressures: ReportDespite strong confidence, rising costs, particularly for materials, remain a significant challenge. Younger entrepreneurs are driving tran...
Bond won't help this time: Why RBI should hike interest rate, instead of unleashing forex mobilisation schemes as in the pastReserve Bank of India's past emergency tools for raising foreign currency are no longer effective. Global interest rates have changed the f...
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...
CD rates on the rise could soon bring more on retail depositsBank deposit rates are set to rise. Costs for certificates of deposit have increased, signaling banks will soon offer better returns to sav...
MSMEs will drive Andhra's economic shift: CM NaiduThe state aims to create 100 unicorns and support women entrepreneurs, with initiatives including startup promotion and strengthening indus...
We are ambitious and working to become a top 5 private bank again: Vinay Tonse, MD & CEO, Yes BankYes Bank is embarking on an ambitious journey to enhance its foundational elements—people, processes, products, and technology. With a keen...
Karnataka state planning panel proposes reforms for KSFCKarnataka State Financial Corporation is set for a major transformation. The Karnataka State Policy and Planning Commission has proposed a ...
Govt's credit guarantee to reduce MSME bad loan risks for banksThe government's Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 is set to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises. Experts believe this in...