Nifty price-to-book valuation hits pre-Covid level. Why the index is still not cheapNifty's price-to-book ratio has dipped below three for the first time in years, highlighting a significant shift. Despite this, earnings re...
11 Aug, 2026, 10.34 AM 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
Festive demand set to lift FMCG growth, but margins face pressureConsumer demand in India is expected to strengthen during the upcoming festive season. Companies face rising input costs and intense compet...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
Global stock markets: Japan on top with 29% returns, India lags other major markets in 2026 so farWelcome to TrendMap, your quick guide to investment performance. This edition tracks 10 years of global equity returns. Currency fluctuatio...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
India seeks to boost domestic green ammonia supplies to fertiliser sectorIndia's Solar Energy Corporation (SECI) is on a mission to boost the production of green ammonia, targeting a significant reduction in the ...
07 Aug, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
Global Market: Singapore's OCBC, UOB Q2 profits rise as wealth business cushions impact of lower interest ratesSingapore's OCBC and UOB banks have exceeded expectations with their second-quarter earnings, showcasing resilience amid lending income cha...
07 Aug, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
Global Market: China’s July exports top forecasts as AI boom and pre-tariff rush fuel trade growthChina's July exports rose 23.9%, beating forecasts as strong global AI-related demand and pre-tariff shipments boosted trade. High-tech and...
07 Aug, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
Why US markets are up: S&P 500, Nasdaq edge higher as broad gains offset tech sell-off; Middle East peace hopes in focusUS stocks saw mixed trading as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reversed early losses. Technology shares faced pressure after disappointing investor ...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
Alternative fuels now within striking distance of petrol in passenger vehicle market, says FADAAlternative fuels are closing in on petrol's share in India's vehicle market. CNG leads the alternative fuel segment, followed by hybrids a...
06 Aug, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
Low insurance penetration, reforms to drive 'massive' growth in India's insurance sector: S&PIndia's insurance sector anticipates significant long-term expansion driven by reforms and low penetration. Favorable regulations are attra...
06 Aug, 2026, 01.42 PM IST
India's services growth slows to 4½-year low in July as demand weakensIndia's services sector expanded slowly in July, reaching a 53-month low. New business inflows moderated across domestic and international ...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.22 AM IST
Euro zone services revival drives activity in July but outlook clouded by Iran war, PMI showsEuro zone business activity reached an eight-month high in July. Services activity rebounded, joining a strengthening manufacturing sector....
05 Aug, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
India's July services sector growth slides to over four-year low as demand wilts: PMIIndia's services sector growth slowed significantly in July, reaching its weakest pace in over four years. New business expansion was moder...
05 Aug, 2026, 11.34 AM IST
AI could slow affluent India; QSRs, credit cards may show stress first: BNP Paribas’ Kunal VoraComing to loans, personal loans increased by 13% in FY25 and FY26 which is softer versus the earlier years. Also, the recent resurgence in ...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
US stocks: Dow, S&P 500 close at record highs as AI earnings impress, oil prices tumbleStock markets soared to all-time highs on Tuesday, fueled by stellar earnings from corporations. AI-focused entities like Palantir and the ...
05 Aug, 2026, 01.39 AM IST
Govt weighs PLI 2.0 with sharper focus on high-performing sectorsIndia is planning a second phase for its production-linked incentive programme. This new phase will support high-performing sectors and red...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
India's July factory growth near five-year low on weaker demand, PMI showsIndia's manufacturing growth slowed to a near five-year low in July as weak demand weighed on new orders, while hiring growth softened for ...
03 Aug, 2026, 01.17 PM IST