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Liberty Mutual Insurance raises stake in Indian arm to 74 pc
Liberty Mutual Insurance has increased its stake in Liberty General Insurance to 74%, strengthening its commitment to India’s fast-growing insurance market. Following an earlier stake hike in September 2025, the company plans to expand distribution networks and deepen its presence across retail and commercial insurance segments, while capitalising on rising insurance penetration opportunities in India.
A Rs 3 hike makes India’s inflation battle somewhat harder
Indian Oil Marketing Companies have increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre each, and CNG by Rs 2/kg, following daily losses of Rs 1,000-1,200 crore due to the Iran war. This move is expected to add inflationary pressure, impacting transportation, logistics, and retail goods costs.
Vishal Mega Mart Q4 Results: Net profit jumps 46%, margins contract slightly
Vishal Mega Mart operated 795 stores across 535 cities, covering a total retail area of 13.45 million square feet. The company said that it is closely monitoring the macroeconomic environment and evolving geopolitical developments.
Kishore & Rakesh Biyani fined for Future Retail disclosure lapses
SEBI has fined Kishore Biyani, Rakesh Biyani, and former CFO C P Toshniwal a total of ₹50 lakh for violating disclosure norms and related party transaction rules in the Future Retail case. The regulator found inadequate disclosure of relationships and transactions, with some lacking mandatory approvals. The investigation also probed alleged manipulation of accounts and fund siphoning by promoters.
Bajaj Auto's Rs 5,633 crore share buyback: Should you participate or avoid?
Bajaj Auto is undertaking its largest share buyback at Rs 5,633 crore. The offer price of Rs 12,000 per share presents a premium for shareholders. Retail investors may benefit due to a reserved portion and promoter non-participation. This move signals management confidence and strong cash generation. Investors should await the record date and letter of offer for participation decisions.
AI, connected TV, programmatic buying reshape India’s digital ad market
India's digital advertising is transforming as artificial intelligence, programmatic buying, connected TV, and retail media are merging. Marketers are moving budgets from traditional TV to digital. This shift has created a major opportunity for automated and AI-driven advertising.
Bonus Share Alert: Real estate stock, up 200% in five years, to reward 1.5 lakh retail shareholders
This will be the first instance that Brigade will be issuing bonus shares for its shareholders in the last seven years. The last time it did so was back in 2019.
PNB Q4 net profit rises 14% YoY to ₹5,225 crore; targets ₹2 lakh crore digital book in FY27
Punjab National Bank is seeing strong digital growth, sanctioning one in three loans digitally and crossing ₹1 lakh crore in digital sanctions. The bank reported a 14% profit jump for the fourth quarter of FY26. PNB anticipates further growth in retail term deposits and aims for a 12-13% credit growth in FY27. Digital transactions now exceed 95% of total transactions.
No systemic risk to BFSI sector; may see short-term slowdown in loan growth: Deepak Parekh
Industry veteran Deepak Parekh stated the banking and financial services sector is not facing major systemic risks from global geopolitical uncertainties. He anticipates a short-term slowdown in loan growth. Real estate investment trusts are growing in India. Insurance penetration remains low. Deposit mobilization has moderated as retail investors favor mutual funds. Artificial intelligence's impact on finance is still evolving.
Earnings likely to improve, but rising oil could hurt in short term: SBI Securities
Sunny Agarwal, Head of Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, expects double-digit earnings recovery over FY27–28, despite near-term risks from crude-led margin pressure in Q1. He sees mid- and small-cap opportunities in hospitality, capital markets, and select banks, with improving return ratios. He also flags recovery in building materials and consumer staples, while infra push and regional growth could support sectors like cement and logistics.
India has no plans for financial support for fuel retailers, official says
India will not compensate state-run fuel retailers for losses incurred by selling transport fuels below market prices. While companies have increased prices for industrial customers and jet fuel for foreign carriers, retail prices for gasoline, gasoil, LPG, and jet fuel for Indian carriers remain unchanged. The government prioritizes protecting retail consumers.
Very excited about Indian market, says Apple's Tim Cook
Apple CEO Tim Cook is thrilled about India's market potential. iPhone, iPad and Mac sales are growing strongly. Despite this success, Apple holds a modest market share. The company is also expanding its retail presence. Supply chain issues and rising component costs are impacting production.