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Future growth will depend on governance quality in public, private institutions: HDFC's Parekh
India's future prosperity hinges on robust governance across public and private sectors, emphasized HDFC Bank Chairman Deepak Parekh. He highlighted that ongoing reforms are building a strong foundation for growth, with a call for further banking sector consolidation. Parekh also stressed the immense funding needs for domestic capacity building and the crucial role of self-reliance in a shifting global landscape.
The hidden reason global capital is looking beyond India for future growth
Foreign investors are reallocating capital away from India towards markets like Taiwan and South Korea that offer stronger exposure to AI and semiconductor growth. The trend highlights India’s structural gaps in innovation, limited deep-tech opportunities in listed markets, and rising concerns over valuations amid moderating earnings and slowing capital inflows.
Stocks to buy below ₹100: Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi recommends three shares to buy or sell
Next week, Bank Nifty's trading range is set between 57,000 and 59,000, with breakouts suggesting future trends. Analyst Mehul Kothari advises buying Trident, UCO Bank, and MMTC under ₹100, as the Indian market remains strong amid mixed signals and easing crude oil prices.
Sebi seeks clarification from Jio Platforms on IPO filing
India's capital markets regulator Sebi has requested clarifications from Jio Platforms regarding its draft IPO papers. This move signals a crucial step towards what is anticipated to be the nation's largest public offering, aiming to raise approximately Rs 35,000 crore. The company plans to utilize these funds primarily for debt repayment and future expansion, marking a significant value-creation milestone for Reliance Industries.
Oil, AI and chips: The new resource race redrawing markets and nations
The leap to a $5 trillion valuation for Nvidia underscores a dramatic paradigm shift: semiconductors have become the driving force of global economic prowess, akin to oil in previous centuries. With nations such as Taiwan and South Korea emerging through powerhouses like TSMC and Samsung, the future prosperity relies heavily on mastering the semiconductor supply chain as AI technology evolves, reshaping national strength and financial stability.
INR stays hammered as dollar stands tall on hawkish Fed
The Indian rupee continues to stay pressured against the dollar in opening trades on Wednesday, tracking firm dollar overseas. Mildly positive start to local equities and easing oil prices are unable to support rupee that is hammered by gains in DXY on the back of a hawkish dollar overseas. INR opened at Rs 94.88 per dollar and hit a low of 94.93 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at 94.76. The dollar index scales above 101 mark for the first time in more than a year amid growing indications of a Federal rate hike in the near future. The Federal Reserve's hawkish tone at its latest meeting is seen bolstering gains the U.S. dollar. The upcoming PCE inflation report, the Feds preferred gauge, will be closely watched this week for further clarity.
REITs' leasable area to rise 30% by FY28, credit profiles to remain healthy
India's listed office REITs are poised for significant expansion, with leasable space projected to grow by 40-45 million sq ft by 2027-28. This growth, fueled by new listings and acquisitions, coupled with strong rental income and stable occupancy, will bolster credit profiles. Despite reliance on debt for future acquisitions, leverage is expected to remain controlled, ensuring a robust sector.
Why US-Iran MoU Won't Bring Down Flight Rates In Near Future
In fuel cycles in the United States, declining oil prices frequently set off a capacity race that resulted in cheaper fares.
Iran war triggers global race to build oil reserves
Vulnerable nations, stung by the Iran war's economic fallout, are boosting oil and gas storage to weather future crises. This global push for reserves could add half a billion barrels of demand. Countries like India and Pakistan are prioritizing stockpiles, learning from China's successful strategy of reducing imports during supply disruptions. This move aims to prevent severe economic distress and insulate economies from volatile energy markets.
Gold Outlook: US-Iran Talks, Crude Oil Prices, Macro Data To Dictate Bullion This Week
Commentary from Federal Reserve officials will also be watched closely for clues on the future interest-rate path and its impact on bullion prices.
ONGC rebrands itself as ‘gas and oil’ firm as natural gas output overtakes crude
State-run ONGC is shifting its focus, now prioritizing natural gas over crude oil. Chairman Arun Kumar Singh announced that gas production has surpassed oil, with future growth expected to be driven by expanding gas output. Policy reforms and rising domestic demand are supporting this strategic pivot, as ONGC invests heavily in offshore projects and explores clean energy avenues.
Reliance to turn crude into carbon fibre, green chemicals, other materials in major O2C overhaul
Reliance Industries is set to reinvent its oil-to-chemicals business. The company will convert crude oil into advanced materials and green chemicals. This strategy aims to create new revenue streams and reduce exposure to global energy market volatility. Reliance is committed to ensuring India's energy security by future-proofing its legacy business and building new growth engines.