Pfizer is buying weight-loss drugmaker Metsera. Why Novo Nordisk is the real winner.

Pfizer is buying weight-loss drugmaker Metsera. Why Novo Nordisk is the real winner.

Shareholders Breathe Easier After Cautious Deal Outcome Investors in the Danish drugmaker appear relieved that a recent deal did not push the company into paying a premium for largely unproven treatments. Market sentiment suggests shareholders prefer measured spending over aggressive acquisitions that carry high scientific and commercial uncertainty. Why investors are relieved Lower risk of … Read more

Markets climb in early trade on firm global cues, India-U.S. trade deal optimism

Markets climb in early trade on firm global cues, India-U.S. trade deal optimism

Market movers: notable laggards to watch Several large-cap stocks underperformed in recent trading, with investors keeping a close eye on share-price action. Among the day’s laggards were: Bharat Electronics Ltd Hindustan Unilever Maruti Suzuki India Asian Paints ITC Sun Pharmaceuticals Trent Ltd What this means for investors When well-known large-cap names weaken together, it often … Read more

Vodafone Idea narrows loss in Q2, survival hinges on government relief

Vodafone Idea narrows loss in Q2, survival hinges on government relief

Cost Cutbacks Help Vodafone Idea Outperform Estimates Vodafone Idea surprised analysts by delivering results that beat expectations, driven largely by a decline in expenses. The company pointed to a notable fall in finance costs — the interest and related charges tied to its debt and other liabilities — as a key factor supporting the improved … Read more

Rupee falls 15 paise to 88.65 against US dollar in early trade

Rupee falls 15 paise to 88.65 against US dollar in early trade

Rupee slips to 88.65 against the US dollar in early trade The Indian rupee opened at 88.61 against the US dollar at the interbank foreign exchange market and eased further to 88.65, down around 15 paise from the previous close. The move reflects early trading flows as markets react to global and domestic cues. Intraday … Read more

Rupee falls 15 paise to 88.65 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Rupee falls 15 paise to 88.65 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Brent Crude Edges Lower Brent crude, the global benchmark for oil, was trading 0.26% lower at $65 per barrel in futures trade. The small decline reflects a cautious market as traders weigh mixed signals about supply and demand. Market Context Supply factors: Global production decisions, spare capacity and shipping flows continue to influence sentiment. Demand … Read more

Before you buy your dream home, check your credit health.

Before you buy your dream home, check your credit health.

Why your credit profile matters A solid credit profile often determines whether you get a competitive mortgage rate or find your loan application turned down. Lenders use your credit report to judge how likely you are to repay. The better the profile, the lower your interest and the more choices you’ll have when house hunting. … Read more