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UK may intervene in $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery deal
Britain is considering intervening in Paramount's proposed $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, potentially delaying the deal despite approvals from the US and China. The UK's culture minister has set a July 6 deadline for responses, citing potential impacts on news and on-demand services. This move could trigger reviews by anti-trust regulators, mirroring past actions against major tech acquisitions.
Affordable housing, rental expansion and RERA Reforms set to define next growth phase in India's urban region: Report
India's housing sector is set for a major overhaul, driven by urbanization and policy shifts. A KPMG report highlights the urgent need for affordable housing, especially for lower-income groups, by addressing land costs and approval delays. The rise of rental housing as a formal asset class is also emphasized, alongside crucial reforms to boost trust and efficiency in the real estate regulatory framework, ensuring project completion and buyer protection.
GRM Overseas Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Bafna Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Agri-Tech (India) Ltd, Master Trust Ltd and Alacrity Securities Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 09 June 2026.
LTM offers to acquire Randstad's Tech & Consulting Services biz in Europe, Australia for €160 million
The transaction is subject to information-consultation processes with relevant Works Councils, followed by the execution of definitive agreements and the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, including foreign direct investment and anti-trust clearances.
Startups spark a revolution in appliances as they rethink design and tech to fit modern Indian homes
Startups are targeting India’s fast-growing appliance market with design-led, smart products, but legacy brands retain an edge in trust and scale as competition intensifies across small appliances.
Motilal Oswal top picks: VA Tech order strength, RIL refining upside, Eternal valuations attractive
Investors are not showing panic despite geopolitical tensions, though many are reviewing portfolios and seeking safer sector exposure, according to Siddhartha Khemka of Motilal Oswal. The brokerage remains positive on VA Tech Wabag citing a ₹16,000-crore order book and strong West Asia demand. It also sees opportunity in quick commerce stocks like Eternal and Swiggy after valuation corrections, while Reliance Industries’ O2C business could benefit from higher refining margins. Disclosure: Network18, the parent company of CNBCTV18.com, is controlled by Independent Media Trust, of which Reliance Industries is the sole beneficiary.
The two defence stocks this portfolio manager likes
Conrad Saldanha, MD & Portfolio Manager of Neuberger Berman, says market uncertainty due to Middle East tensions has created selective long-term opportunities. He sees attractive valuations emerging in global IT services after a sharp correction, while tech fundamentals remain strong. In India, he is selectively adding large caps like Reliance Industries and Bharti Airtel and likes IT midcaps such as Coforge and Persistent Systems as well as defence play Data Patterns, on weakness. Disclaimer: Network18, the parent company of CNBCTV18.com, is controlled by Independent Media Trust, of which Reliance Industries is the sole beneficiary.
56% women now invest solo, AI’s investment advice faces trust gap: Here’s what DSP MF’s survey finds
Urban India’s investment landscape is shifting, with women increasingly making independent decisions and embracing mutual funds, stocks, and AI tools. Confidence grows, but many still lack defined goals or plans, highlighting a “confidence-planning gap.”