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HCL Tech shares zoom 6% after $1.14 billion AI deal with Fortune Global 50 firm
HCL Tech shares surged following a significant $1.14 billion deal with a European Fortune Global 50 firm to manage its digital workplace and networks. This new business, spanning July 2026 to December 2031, boosts HCL Tech's prospects. The company also recently invested in AI startup Sarvam AI. Despite a slight miss on FY26 revenue guidance, Q4 saw a 4.2% net profit increase.
Non-AI Nifty suddenly beating Nasdaq, South Korea & Taiwan bourses: Is the global tech trade finally reversing?
India's Nifty is surprisingly outperforming global tech giants like Nasdaq, South Korea, and Taiwan, marking a potential reversal in the AI-driven market trend. Foreign investors are shifting away from Korean chipmakers, while India's domestic growth drivers offer a more stable outlook. This shift, fueled by concerns over AI 'malinvestment' and concentrated market risks, suggests a broader diversification may be underway.
HCL Tech Share Price Live Updates: HCL Tech shares zoom 6% after $1.14 billion AI deal with Fortune Global 50 firm
Medical device maker Zimmer Biomet to hire 500 employees in 3 years for tech centre in India
Medical device giant Zimmer Biomet is set to significantly expand its Indian footprint by hiring 500 professionals over three years for its new Bengaluru technology hub. Focusing on AI, software engineering, and R&D, the company aims to drive innovation in orthopedic implants and surgical devices. This move underscores India's growing importance as a global capability center for healthcare firms.
HSBC inks pact with Prestige Group to pre-lease 1.2 million sq ft office in Bengaluru
Global banking giant HSBC has secured a massive 1.2 million sq ft office space in Bengaluru's Prestige JRC Signature Towers. This significant deal, valued at over Rs 3,000 crore for a 20-year lease, highlights Bengaluru's appeal for multinational financial firms. The under-construction campus, set for completion in October 2027, underscores the strong demand for integrated, high-quality office spaces in India's tech and finance hub.
Tourism ministry, Google ink MoU to boost promotion of India's destinations via digital tech
India's tourism sector is set to receive a significant digital boost as the Ministry of Tourism partners with Google. This collaboration will harness AI, data insights, and digital technologies to enhance the promotion of India's destinations, cultural heritage, and experiences for both domestic and international travelers. The initiative aims to create immersive virtual journeys and strengthen the country's global tourism presence through innovative outreach strategies and capacity building.
AI-fuelled chip stock rally hits speed bump despite record quarterly gains
Micron, Intel, AMD, and Sandisk have faced pressure amid concerns about the sustainability of AI-driven stock performance, leading to a global tech sell-off in June. Despite recent declines, semiconductor stocks are still set for record quarterly performances due to strong AI demand.
The $1 trillion AI 'arms race' is fueling a hidden supercycle and it's not just chips
DBS Bank says the global AI arms race is driving a multi-year capex supercycle extending beyond semiconductors into energy, networking, infrastructure and data centres. The bank expects AI spending, sovereign AI investments and rising power demand to create new investment opportunities while reshaping portfolio allocation amid persistent inflation and geopolitical risks.
Japan shares extend gains as tech stocks rebound
Investor sentiment remained positive as Japanese companies continued to benefit from optimism over the global growth of artificial intelligence, supported by their strong position and investments in the sector. A weaker yen, which fell to a four-decade low, also boosted the outlook for the country's export-oriented companies by improving their earnings prospects.
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Nifty IT plunges over 2%; Infosys, LTIMindtree, TCS among top laggards
On June 30, the Nifty IT index dropped over 2% due to global tech weaknesses and demand concerns. Key players like LTIMindtree, Infosys, and TCS led the decline, with analysts highlighting a crucial support level that could define the index's trajectory.
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.