The start of 2026 is a good moment for investors to pause, review, and recommit to time-tested principles. While headlines change and market conditions fluctuate, many financial experts stress that the basics — particularly asset allocation and diversification — continue to matter most for long-term results. Why the fundamentals still matter Markets can be noisy. … Read more
USD/INR Holds in Narrow Range as Conflicting Forces Balance The USD/INR pair traded in a tight range as easing crude oil prices provided some relief for the rupee, while a firmer US dollar index and continued foreign fund outflows limited gains. Forex traders described the market as cautious, with price action reflecting a tug-of-war between … Read more
Headhunters warn that the year ahead will be slower than usual for middle and senior executives who want to change jobs. Hiring teams are adding new filters to executive searches — from psychometric tests to peer interviews — and employers want clear answers about any work done with artificial intelligence. Even after clearing these stages, … Read more
Common reasons credit card applications get rejected Credit card applications are denied for a handful of predictable reasons. Understanding these can help you avoid a frustrating “no” and improve your financial standing. The most common causes are: Weak credit history — A short or limited credit record gives lenders little confidence in your ability to … Read more
Amelia Miller’s business card raised eyebrows: Human-AI Relationship Coach. At a tech event, it sounded like a gimmick about chatbot romances. Instead, her work focused on a quieter, more pervasive trend — artificial intelligence tools are reshaping how people ask for help, make decisions and maintain trust with other humans. And that shift is starting … Read more
The dollar index trades 0.09% higher at 98.32, a modest uptick that reflects shifting sentiment in currency and capital markets. While the move is small, it can have outsized effects across commodities, emerging-market assets and multinational earnings. Here’s a clear look at what this means and what market participants are watching next. Why a small … Read more
The removal of GST on health and term insurance has quietly reshaped how people think about protection. By trimming the cost of premiums, this policy change made comprehensive plans more attainable and nudged many consumers toward smarter choices and longer-term commitments. Why removing GST matters Tax matters for everyday decisions. Even a small percentage added … Read more
Cabinet clears 8th Pay Commission — what central employees and pensioners should know The Modi-led Cabinet has approved the creation of the 8th Pay Commission, and its recommendations will take effect from 1 January 2026. The move signals a formal review and expected revision of pay scales for central government employees and pensions for retired … Read more
Financial markets are now pricing in at least two interest-rate cuts from the U.S. Federal Reserve. That shift in expectations is creating a growing divergence between the Fed’s policy path and those of other developed-economy central banks — and that divergence is chipping away at the dollar’s appeal. What markets are expecting Investors are rapidly … Read more
From Delhi classrooms to Silicon Valley acceptance Shubham Goel, who attended DPS R K Puram in New Delhi, earned a place at Stanford University in 2013, according to his LinkedIn profile. That acceptance marked a significant milestone for a student coming from one of India’s prominent schools and signaled a clear trajectory toward higher education … Read more