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AI Isn’t Replacing Credit Hedge Fund Traders Yet, Barclays Says
Hedge funds and asset managers are increasingly using artificial intelligence when investing in global credit markets, but the technology isn’t replacing human traders — at least for now, according to a survey by Barclays Plc.
Meesho shares sink for eighth consecutive session in longest post-listing sell-off. What’s driving the decline?
Meesho's shares continue to decline, dropping 5% to ₹166.60, wiping out 16.6% of its value. Lock-in expiry on June 9 may lead to significant selling pressure from early investors.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit: A 12% return is a really good job in markets, says HSBC MF CEO Kailash Kulkarni
HSBC Mutual Fund CEO Kailash Kulkarni urged investors to keep return expectations realistic, saying a 12% annual return is a strong outcome in equity markets. Speaking at the ET Alpha Wealth Summit, he highlighted export-led manufacturing as a key long-term opportunity and said AI could empower retail investors through better access to information.
Physicswallah shares rally 18%, snap 5-day losing streak. What's behind the surge?
PhysicsWallah shares rose sharply on Thursday, adding nearly Rs 5,000 crore in market value after the company reversed its lending strategy and partnered with regulated NBFCs for student loans. The move, aimed at reducing balance sheet and credit risks, helped the stock snap a five-session losing streak.
AI, quick commerce are reshaping how India spends on advertising: WPP Media's Prasanth Kumar
India's advertising market will grow in 2026. Marketers face unprecedented volatility, juggling many challenges. Despite global tensions and inflation, the outlook remains positive. New platforms and AI are changing the advertising landscape. Brands focus on long-term growth and immediate results. Agencies will adapt to automation, focusing on higher-value tasks.
Did Trent shares really crash 34% in one day? Here's how the bonus math works
Trent shares, the parent company of Zudio and Westside, turned ex-bonus on Thursday after its maiden 1:2 bonus issue, making the stock appear nearly 34% lower at the open. The sharp decline was purely due to the price adjustment for the bonus shares and did not represent a loss in shareholder value. On an adjusted basis, the stock was actually down only about 2% in early trade.
Block Deals: Lenskart Solutions, GMR Airports shares to be in focus
Block Deals: SVF II Lightbulb (Cayman), an investment vehicle owned by SoftBank Group, sold 5.65 crore Lenskart shares, representing a 3.25% stake in the company at ₹508.55 apiece, taking the total deal value to ₹2,873.30 crore.
Warburg, KKR, TPG among PE giants vying for 25% stake in Cloudnine
Global private equity giants, including Warburg Pincus and KKR, are vying for a 25% stake in India's largest maternity and pediatric hospital chain, Cloudnine. The deal is expected to value the company at approximately $1 billion, with existing investor True North exiting completely. Cloudnine reported revenues of ₹2,000 cr and EBITDA of ₹300 cr in FY26.
Warburg, KKR, TPG among PE giants vying for 25% stake in Cloudnine
Global private equity giants, including Warburg Pincus and KKR, are vying for a 25% stake in India's largest maternity and pediatric hospital chain, Cloudnine. The deal is expected to value the company at approximately $1 billion, with existing investor True North exiting completely. Cloudnine reported revenues of ₹2,000 crore and EBITDA of ₹300 crore in FY26.
IKEA sets up India development centre in push beyond sourcing
IKEA has launched a new product development center in India. This move positions India as a key hub for designing home furnishings for both local and international markets. The company aims to develop affordable products relevant to Indian consumers. This expansion signifies IKEA's commitment to India's full value chain, from retail to manufacturing and now product innovation.
INR depreciates further to one-week low as oil stays elevated amid Middle East turmoil
The Indian rupee depreciated further in opening trades on Wednesday as oil prices stay elevated, driving fears of inflationary pressures in future. INR opened at Rs 95.43 per dollar and hit a low of 95.65 so far during the day. Yesterday, rupee fell 15 paise to close at 95.34 against the US dollar, as global crude oil prices jumped and the American currency remained firm amid massive safe-haven inflows. Significant foreign fund outflows also weighed on the investor sentiments. Local equities continue to stay strained in early trades with BSE Sensex trading at 73,866.45, down by 783.39 points and NSE Nifty 50 trading at 23,247.90, down by 235.65 points.
Assam's Muga silk gets Rs 411 cr boost with Mission Senehjori; set to empower 2.5 lakh weavers
A significant Rs 411-crore project, Mission Muga Silk ‘Senehjori’, has been launched to boost Assam's Muga Silk industry. This initiative aims to empower over 2.5 lakh weavers and entrepreneurs. The project will enhance value addition and production quality. It seeks to strengthen Assam's position as a global hub for this unique golden silk.