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Banks must compete on customer experience to stay relevant: EY report
Banks must prioritize customer experience to stay relevant, evolving branches into 'phygital' advisory hubs, according to an EY India report. The future of banking hinges on a blend of human interaction and AI, focusing on anticipating needs and providing timely support. While personalization is growing, trust in chatbots lags, highlighting a need for empathy and robust data privacy alongside automation.
Banks seek RBI relief on InvIT lending rules, warn 3-yr track record rule may slow infra monetisation & fresh funding
Banks have asked the Reserve Bank of India to relax new lending rules for Infrastructure Investment Trusts. The proposed three-year operational track record requirement could delay infrastructure monetisation and new project funding. Lenders prefer asset quality over trust age for financing eligibility. This change aims to ensure smoother fund recycling and attract global investors for new infrastructure projects.
Explainer: What the CLARITY Act means as US Senate panel advances crypto regulation bill
US Senate Banking Committee advances CLARITY Act, a bipartisan bill to define crypto regulation, aiming to boost market clarity, trust, and global alignment.
IRB Infra Trust offers to sell two BOT highway assets worth Rs 4,663 crore to IRB InvIT Fund
IRB Infrastructure Trust has offered two of its revenue-generating highway assets, valued at approximately Rs 4,663 crore, to IRB InvIT Fund. The non-binding offer includes the Solapur Yedeshi NH211 and Chittorgarh Gulabpura NH79 BOT Assets, totaling 1,144 Lane km. This move aims to fund future opportunities and enhance IRB InvIT Fund's asset portfolio.
CT Global Managed Portfolio Trust issues 100,000 income shares By Investing.com - Investing.com India
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Knowledge Realty Trust leases over 3.5 million sq ft in FY26
Knowledge Realty Trust leased 3.5 million sq ft office space in FY25-26. Robust demand from global and domestic occupiers drove leasing. Revenue rose 16% and net operating income increased 18%. Portfolio occupancy reached 92%. The REIT is well positioned for sustainable growth. Distributions of Rs 716.6 crore were declared for Q4.
Logjam seen as Noel Tata votes against Venu Srinivasan, Vijay Singh at a Tata Trust affiliate
Noel Tata's rejection of Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh's reappointment at a Tata Trust affiliate signals a fracture within philanthropic entities that control the group. This discord complicates future decisions at Tata Sons given that most decisions at the trusts need unanimous approval.
How AI is changing the way people discover and buy products online
Artificial intelligence is transforming online shopping. It now influences how people find and compare products before visiting websites. This means brands must make their product information easily understandable by AI. Consumer trust in reviews and human opinions remains crucial. India is seeing this gradual shift in shopping habits. The future of AI commerce depends on robust transaction infrastructure.
Indian brands are disrupting sneakers — one ₹5,000 pair at a time. But can they earn trust?
Sneakers are now a fashion statement in India. Local brands are entering the market with competitive prices and cultural relevance. These homegrown companies aim for the mass-premium segment, offering stylish footwear. While consumers are willing to spend, building trust remains a key challenge for these new players. The market is experiencing significant growth, especially in metro cities.
RBI accelerates gold repatriation as global trust wanes
The Reserve Bank of India is bringing home nearly 77% of its gold reserves by March 2026. This significant move accelerates the onshoring of bullion. The central bank has already repatriated a large portion of its gold. This action follows global events that raised concerns about storing sovereign assets abroad. Many countries are now repatriating their gold.
China uses West Asia conflict to advance yuan's global payments debut
Beijing challenges US financial dominance across currency, messaging and settlement systems; even if Iran sanctions ease and dollar trust recovers, the yuan push will persist for future crises
Hindustan Unilever to focus on regaining market share: Global CEO Fernando Fernandez
Unilever's leader, Fernando Fernandez, has placed his trust in Priya Nair, the head of India operations, as she embarks on a transformative journey to innovate the company’s offerings. Recognizing the challenges posed by rivals, the company is committed to regaining its competitive edge in India.