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Centre brings together states, industry for $100 billion textile exports goal
India aims to double its textile and apparel exports to $100 billion by 2030, with a nationwide exercise and summit focusing on strategies for key hubs. Discussions centered on technical textiles, man-made fibers, and improving logistics. The initiative emphasizes district-led growth and value addition to bolster the nation's global textile trade presence.
A Rs 3 hike makes India’s inflation battle somewhat harder
Indian Oil Marketing Companies have increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre each, and CNG by Rs 2/kg, following daily losses of Rs 1,000-1,200 crore due to the Iran war. This move is expected to add inflationary pressure, impacting transportation, logistics, and retail goods costs.
Coal India among 10 companies offering dividend yield of up to 11%. Check list here
SBI Securities' Dividend Yield Monitor highlights companies consistently rewarding shareholders. Allcargo Logistics leads with an 11.4% yield, followed by Premco Global at 10.5%. The report identifies ten companies, including Coal India, offering attractive dividend yields for income-focused investors.
Earnings likely to improve, but rising oil could hurt in short term: SBI Securities
Sunny Agarwal, Head of Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, expects double-digit earnings recovery over FY27–28, despite near-term risks from crude-led margin pressure in Q1. He sees mid- and small-cap opportunities in hospitality, capital markets, and select banks, with improving return ratios. He also flags recovery in building materials and consumer staples, while infra push and regional growth could support sectors like cement and logistics.
Retail sales in India up 10% year-on-year in March: RAI survey
Indian retail sales saw a 10% rise in March 2026. This marks a steady end to FY2026. Food, apparel, QSR, and jewellery performed strongly. Consumer durables faced challenges as people delayed large purchases. Rising costs for energy, logistics, and rent are affecting retailer profits. Consumers are shopping with more purpose.
RDB infra shares extend rise to 2nd consecutive session, hit 5% upper circuit; check details
The company has presence in packaging, power and telecom transmission equipment, retail, logistics and real estate.