Cloud adtech player trims fresh issue ahead of IPO A cloud adtech firm has reduced the size of the fresh issue it planned to raise in its upcoming initial public offering. The company cited improving profitability and strong investor interest as the main reasons for the cut. At the same time, management said it wants … Read more
Bullion supported by global uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and ETF inflows Gold and other forms of bullion have recently drawn fresh attention from investors as a mix of global uncertainty, heightened geopolitical tensions and steady exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows helped underpin prices. These forces are reinforcing bullion’s role as a safe-haven asset and reshaping demand dynamics … Read more
Local currency comes under pressure as dollar strengthens A stronger greenback combined with weak sentiment in domestic equity markets is weighing on the local currency, forex traders say. The twin force of a firm dollar and risk-averse investors has pushed the exchange rate toward weaker levels, adding fresh stress for businesses and households that depend … Read more
What is a Systematic Transfer Plan (STP)? A Systematic Transfer Plan (STP) is a method investors use to move money from one mutual fund scheme to another in a structured, periodic manner. Typically, money is parked in a lower-risk fund such as a liquid or debt fund and then transferred at regular intervals to a … Read more
Investors poured a record amount into gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2025, with net inflows reaching ₹42,961 crore — nearly four times the ₹11,226 crore that entered these funds in 2024. The sharp jump reflects renewed appetite for gold as a portfolio diversifier and safe-haven asset amid changing market conditions. What the numbers tell us … Read more
The Indian jewellery market is shifting, with established players and new retail brands responding to growing interest in lab-grown diamonds even as demand for natural stones stays robust. Recent moves by a leading domestic jeweller to launch a dedicated lab-grown diamond label highlight how the industry is adapting, while investors continue to back specialist retailers. … Read more
The nation’s foreign currency assets — the largest portion of its foreign exchange reserves — fell by USD 7.622 billion, bringing the total to USD 551.99 billion. The decline reflects valuation swings in major currencies such as the euro, the pound and the yen. What this change means The headline number is a reminder that … Read more
The Indian equity market slipped over the past four trading sessions, with the BSE benchmark losing 1,581.05 points — a fall of 1.84% — while the Nifty fell 451.7 points or 1.71%. The pullback comes amid renewed volatility that has left traders and investors reassessing risk and positioning for the coming weeks. Market snapshot BSE … Read more
More owners are treating pets as long-term dependents and adding clear instructions for their care into estate plans. As people live longer and keep pets into advanced years, planning who will care for an animal after an owner’s death or disability has moved from a personal matter to a legal and financial one. Why long-term … Read more
Market snapshot: Rupee opens firm, then slips At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 88.88 against the U.S. dollar before slipping to 89.97. The move left the currency down 7 paise from its previous close. The intraday swings highlight continued sensitivity in the currency market to global and domestic cues. What the numbers … Read more