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INR regains ground as oil prices retreat
The Indian rupee regained further ground in opening trades on Monday tracking sharp pullback in international oil prices and weakness in greenback overseas. Improving risk sentiments amid expectation of US and Iran peace deal is waning demand for the safe haven asset. The dollar index is seen trading under 99 mark at 98.98. Washington and Tehran have reportedly signaled progress in talks to end the war, even as US President Donald Trump said he wont rush into an agreement. INR opened at Rs 95.36 per dollar and hit a high of 95.20 so far during the day. Yesterday, the counter settled at 95.60. The BSE Sensex is trading at 76,302.90, surging by 887.55 points (1.18%), and the NSE Nifty 50 is at 23,962.35, climbing 243.05 points (1.02%) as of mid-morning. The markets rallied sharply following eased geopolitical tensions and dropping crude oil prices. .
The ‘Trents’ of Tier-2 India: 3 value retailers capturing the Rs 215 lakh crore retail boom - financialexpress.com
The ‘Trents’ of Tier-2 India: 3 value retailers capturing the Rs 215 lakh crore retail boomfinancialexpress.com
Reliance Industries, TCS, among 10 stocks with sharpest decrease in retail shareholding in Q4
Ten major stocks, including HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries, and ITC, experienced the sharpest decrease in retail shareholding value, corresponding with significant stock price declines during the quarter.
Colgate-Palmolive India leans on premium products, advertising to drive growth
Colgate-Palmolive India is boosting investments in premium products and advertising. The company prioritizes volume-driven growth over margin expansion. This strategy aims to capture rising consumer demand for higher-value oral care. Urban demand is recovering, benefiting premium offerings. E-commerce and quick commerce are significant growth drivers, especially for premium products.
Dollar index stays firm around a six week high
The dollar index stays firmly above 99 mark on Friday, amid growing uncertainty surrounding a deal between US and Iran. Elevated crude oil prices and ensuing higher inflation and interest rate scenario is keeping the dollar index afloat. The US Dollar Index, an index of the value of the US Dollar measured against a basket of six world currencies, currently trades near 99.25, a six week high. Data released by the US Department of Labor on Thursday showed that the number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, indicating labor market resilience and providing the Federal Reserve (Fed) with room to focus on rising inflation.
Page Industries gains 5% post Q4; ₹150 dividend per share declared
Along with the Q4 results, the board of Page Industries recommended a dividend of ₹150 per share of ₹10 face value. The company has set May 27 as the record date.
Retail SIP boom boosts AMC outlook; Nippon, ICICI Pru lead pack: Siddhartha Khemka
India's asset management sector is transforming with systematic investing driving growth and stability, reducing reliance on volatile discretionary capital. SIP inflows have surged, now forming a significant portion of mutual fund assets, indicating a shift towards predictable, annuity-like revenue streams. This structural change positions the industry for sustained, retail-led expansion.
NeoLiv acquires 76 acres land in Maharashtra's Khopoli for plotted development, villa project
NeoLiv has acquired a 76-acre land parcel in Khopoli near Mumbai. This marks their third plotted development in the Panvel-Khopoli belt. The company plans a mixed-use community with villas, plots, and retail. The project has an estimated Gross Development Value of Rs 800 crore. This acquisition is a significant milestone for NeoLiv's expansion in a sought-after micro-market.
UPI processes 85% of India's payment volumes but just 9.5% of value; RTGS dominates at 68.6%
UPI processed most payment transactions in India by volume in late 2025. RTGS handled significant value with low volume. NEFT offered versatility. Digital payments saw explosive growth from 2021 to 2025. UPI's rise led to a sharp decline in debit card usage for everyday retail payments.
UPI processes 85% of India's payment volumes but just 9.5% of value; RTGS dominates at 68.6%
UPI processed most payment transactions in India by volume in late 2025. RTGS handled significant value with low volume. NEFT offered versatility. Digital payments saw explosive growth from 2021 to 2025. UPI's rise led to a sharp decline in debit card usage for everyday retail payments.
Nifty Bank falls 500 points as PNB, Canara Bank, SBI, other stocks decline up to 3%. What lies ahead?
Indian bank stocks tumbled, dragging the Nifty Bank index down as a weakening rupee and rising global bond yields soured market sentiment. Several major banks saw significant declines, with analysts pointing to key technical levels. The rupee hit an all-time low against the dollar, exacerbating concerns for the financial sector.
GST gains eroded by Gulf war: Dabur CEO Mohit Malhotra
Dabur's CEO Mohit Malhotra says the West Asia war has impacted the gains from GST measures. The company is raising prices and acquiring digital brands. Inflation has surged due to the conflict. Dabur expects value growth to continue for two quarters. Rural markets are a key focus. The company is also investing in smaller brands through Dabur Ventures.