The Economic Times

• newHunting for value stocks? Jefferies has 11 stock ideas. Check full list
  As Indian equity markets hover near peak valuations, Jefferies has released a list of 11 value buy ideas, an aggressive bottom-up play aimed at beating the sideways market. With the MSCI India ex-financials index trading nearly 2 standard deviations above its 10-year average, the brokerage says value is harder to find but still possible. Three Adani group names, Adani Energy Solutions, Adani Ports, and AWL, feature prominently, alongside midcaps like Belrise and Sagility. Here's the full list of…
  - 56 mins ago 12 Jul 25, 12:03pm -
• newSmall Steps, Big Returns: How retail investors can build wealth in today’s market
  Indian stock market sees a surge in retail investors since 2020. Millions of new demat accounts opened, democratizing wealth creation. Investors should be financially aware and seek advice. Innovation in financial services grows, but beware of frauds. Diversify portfolios and avoid leverage. Long-term wealth creation is emphasized. Watch valuations and consider ETFs. Navigate market volatility with a long-term perspective.
  - 1 hour ago 12 Jul 25, 11:48am -
• newGold rally cools but jewellery stocks sparkle with up to 45% return in FY26
  Indian jewellery stocks like PC Jeweller and Kalyan Jewellers are performing well in FY26. These companies are experiencing growth due to factors like Akshaya Tritiya sales and showroom expansions. PC Jeweller focuses on debt reduction. Kalyan Jewellers expands through multiple channels. Senco Gold leverages festive demand. Titan Company sees growth in its domestic and international businesses.
  - 1 hour ago 12 Jul 25, 11:33am -
• newInvestors pour Rs 1.59 lakh crore in mutual fund SIPs in H1 CY25
  The highest first-half inflows on record, according to a Geojit Insights report.
  - 2 hours ago 12 Jul 25, 10:52am -
• newMind Over Money – From Badminton to Boho Meditations: How CoinDCX’s Sumit Gupta Recharges
  Sumit Gupta emphasizes mental fitness for entrepreneurs. He integrates meditation, exercise, and family time into his routine. CoinDCX promotes well-being through fitness and travel channels. Gupta values humor and integrity. He uses breathing techniques and task management for productivity. Gupta expresses curiosity about Satoshi Nakamoto's vision for Bitcoin. He believes in 'Do the Right Thing' as a core value.
  - 3 hours ago 12 Jul 25, 10:15am -
• newThese 12 Nifty microcap stocks can rally 50-140% in the next 12 months
  Several stocks from the Nifty Microcap 250 index are expected to deliver strong returns over the next year, as per analyst estimates compiled by Trendlyne. Top potential gainers include Easy Trip Planners, GMM Pfaudler, Mahindra Lifespace, and HG Infra Engineering, with upside ranging from 50% to over 140%.Here’s a snapshot of the top 12 picks:
  - 3 hours ago 12 Jul 25, 10:09am -
• newImran Khan's sons would be dealt with strictly if they join 'protest' in Pakistan, warn PML-N leaders
  Pakistani government and opposition face rising tensions. This relates to protests and Imran Khan's sons' potential participation. Ruling party warns of strict action if Khan's sons join violent protests. Jemima Goldsmith alleges a personal vendetta, saying her sons are barred from contacting their father. Government officials state Khan's sons will face legal consequences if they break the law.
  - 13 hours ago 12 Jul 25, 12:02am -
• In major development, Trump's birthright citizenship order blocked in America-wide class action case
  A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to limit birthright citizenship, a move challenged by the ACLU and other organizations. The lawsuit argues that the executive order violates the 14th Amendment, potentially affecting numerous families.
  - 2 days ago 10 Jul 25, 7:47pm -
• Ship attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels sinks in Red Sea, six of 25 aboard rescued
  A Liberian ship, Eternity C, sank in the Red Sea after a Houthi rebel attack. The EU naval force rescued six of twenty-five crew members. Three people died in the assault. The Houthis claimed responsibility, releasing footage of the attack. International condemnation followed, with concerns raised about Red Sea safety. The Philippines is assisting families of missing sailors.
  - 2 days ago 10 Jul 25, 7:03am -
• Why Christian Horner was fired by Red Bull after 20 years of service, eight F1 drivers’ titles & six championships
  Christian Horner is no longer the CEO and Team Principal of Red Bull Racing. Laurent Mekies will take over. This ends Horner's long run since 2005. He led the team to many wins. Alan Permane will now lead Racing Bulls. Horner's exit comes after internal issues and poor results. Max Verstappen's future with Red Bull is now uncertain.
  - 3 days ago 9 Jul 25, 4:08pm -
• How an imposter used AI to message high-level officials as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
  An imposter posing as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sent AI-generated voice and text messages to high-level officials and foreign ministers, reports said Tuesday, the latest American official to be targeted by impersonators. The imposter contacted at least three foreign ministers, a US state governor, and a member of Congress using both text messaging and the encrypted messaging app Signal, according to the cable dated July 3.
  - 3 days ago 9 Jul 25, 7:08am -
• More than 160 people still missing days after deadly Texas floods
  Texas is facing a major crisis due to severe floods. Many people are missing after the disaster. The governor mentions a high number of unaccounted individuals in Kerr County. Rescue teams are working hard using helicopters and dogs. The search is difficult because of mud and water. The US President is expected to visit Texas.
  - 3 days ago 9 Jul 25, 6:25am -
• Geopolitical winds set to sweeten India's apple harvest
  India's apple imports are facing disruption. Geopolitics are influencing prices this harvest season. Traders are avoiding Turkish apples due to political tensions. The Attari-Wagah border closure halts Afghan imports. This may increase prices for Kashmiri and Himachali apples. Iranian apple imports are risky. India's domestic production is less than consumption. Apple imports are rising year-on-year.
  - 6 days ago 6 Jul 25, 6:00am -
• Rare 'intensive' revision in Bihar four months before polls
  The Election Commission's 'Special Intensive Revision' of Bihar's electoral rolls has ignited political debate, differing from past revisions. While intensive revisions aren't new, the timing of Bihar's SIR, months before assembly elections, is unusual. Unlike previous 'de novo' exercises, it builds upon the 2002-03 roll, incorporating new enumeration forms and document submission.
  - 12 days ago 1 Jul 25, 12:24am -
• Rural wealth rising: 112 districts in India cross threshold of $2,000 per capita income
  Rural India is experiencing an economic transformation, with a surge in the services sector driving growth. A recent report highlights that 112 rural districts, encompassing 291 million people, have exceeded a $2,000 per capita income. This milestone indicates rising prosperity and significant consumer potential, positioning rural areas as key contributors to India's consumption engine.
  - 12 days ago 30 Jun 25, 10:40pm -

• Onion prices rise 20% in past two weeks as rains damage crop
  Pune's onion prices have surged by approximately 20% in the last two weeks due to crop damage from heavy rains, leading to reduced market arrivals. Despite increased production and storage, onions are becoming more expensive. Trade sources anticipate further price increases, potentially fueled by upcoming government onion procurement.
  - 40 days ago 3 Jun 25, 12:36am -
• Rate cut expected, RBI's views in focus with economy near a sizzle
  Economists anticipate Reserve Bank of India will reduce interest rates this week. This decision comes amid decreasing inflation. Experts await the central bank's insights on inflation and economic growth. These insights will help determine the duration of the easing cycle. The goal is to stimulate demand in India's growing economy. The focus remains on consumption, investment, and global uncertainties.
  - 41 days ago 1 Jun 25, 11:56pm -
• Govt prioritising lower denomination notes and digital transactions: Sitharaman
  Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the government's focus on promoting lower denomination currency and increasing digital transaction awareness. With the Rs 2000 note nearly out of circulation, efforts are underway to encourage digital transfers, highlighted by UPI's record 16.73 billion transactions in December 2024, reflecting India's move towards a cashless economy.
  - 42 days ago 31 May 25, 7:24pm -
• RBI's strong dividend to govt boosted by USD sales, interest income: SBI report
  The Reserve Bank of India's record dividend payout of nearly Rs 2.7 trillion to the government has been made possible due to robust gross dollar sales, higher foreign exchange gains, and steady increases in interest income, according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).
  - 49 days ago 24 May 25, 8:12am -
• Simple Energy plans IPO by FY27, aims to raise Rs 3,000 cr
  Simple Energy, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer, is planning an IPO by FY27 to raise ₹3,000 crore for market expansion, a new manufacturing unit, and R&D. The company aims to increase its touchpoints from 15 to 500 in the next two years and targets ₹800 crore in revenue in FY26.
  - 66 days ago 7 May 25, 1:49pm -
• Rupee ends lower on foreign banks' dollar bids, dip in regional peers
  The Indian rupee slipped on Tuesday, tracking mild losses in regional peers and dollar demand from foreign banks, though broader weakness in the greenback limited the decline.
  - 67 days ago 6 May 25, 3:56pm -
• Paytm Q4 Results Preview: One 97 Communications may swing to profits despite up to 13% likely drop in revenues
  Paytm is set to announce its Q4FY25 results with brokerages divided on outcomes. JM Financial and Yes Securities expect a PAT swing to profit, while Motilal Oswal sees narrowed losses. Revenue estimates range from Rs 1,975 to Rs 2,199 crore. UPI incentives, improving EBITDA margins, and operating leverage remain key drivers and monitorables across all forecasts.
  - 68 days ago 5 May 25, 4:07pm -
• Rupee ends higher, aided by stronger yuan and slumping oil prices
  The rupee closed at 84.25 against the U.S. dollar, up 0.4% on the day. The currency had touched a peak of 84.1275 in early trading but trimmed gains in the latter half of the session.
  - 68 days ago 5 May 25, 3:44pm -
• Niva Bupa Health shares rise 2% after CEO reappointment
  Krishnan Ramachandran's reappointment as CEO and MD of Niva Bupa Health Insurance has been approved by the IRDAI for a five-year term, starting May 1, 2025. With over two decades of experience in health insurance and healthcare, Ramachandran previously held leadership roles at Deloitte Consulting L.P., Arthur Andersen and Apollo DKV Insurance.
  - 79 days ago 24 Apr 25, 9:19am -
• HDFC Bank and Shriram Finance poised to ride sectoral tailwinds; Motilal Oswal sees 12-18% upside scope
  Despite mixed market conditions, India’s financial sector remained resilient in Q4 FY25, with 11.1% YoY credit growth and stable asset quality. Gold loans and vehicle financiers led the performance, while microfinance showed improving collections. With RBI rate cuts likely, FY26 is expected to see 12% credit growth. Shriram Finance and HDFC Bank emerge as top picks for investors.
  - 97 days ago 6 Apr 25, 2:29pm -
• BJP accuses Kejriwal of sending voters hoax calls to mislead
  BJP has accused Arvind Kejriwal of orchestrating hoax calls to mislead voters, alleging that the AAP is claiming votes are being cut by the BJP to support AAP. They also allege distribution of money in slum areas and raised concerns about voter data confidentiality, demanding an investigation.
  - 26 Jan 25, 5:52pm -
• Lok Sabha election 2024: Maharashtra get interesting after splits in Shiv Sena, NCP
  Lok Sabha election 2024: ​​The BJP-Shiv Sena won 41 of the 48 seats in the 2019 polls, but the Sena has split since and a vast majority of the Bal Thackeray-founded party is now allied with the BJP. The Nationalist Congress Party also split as well with Ajit Pawar joining the ruling alliance in the state, led by Eknath Shinde. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP emerged the top party with 23 seats, followed by the undivided Sena with 18.
  - 17 Mar 24, 12:16pm -
• Modi charisma key factor in BJP's bid to retain all 26 seats in Gujarat
  Gujarat's upcoming Lok Sabha elections are influenced by PM Narendra Modi's charisma, anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education, healthcare challenges, and BJP's endeavor to secure all 26 seats. ​​Lok Sabha polls in Gujarat will be held in a single phase on May 7. Counting of votes will be held on June 4. Anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education and healthcare facilities are some of the other important issues in the election, where the ruling BJP in Gujarat will attempt…
  - 16 Mar 24, 8:35pm -
• Implementation of 'guarantees', decline of BRS favour Congress in Telangana, BJP aiming for better show
  The BJP, riding high on its growing voter base in Telangana, is now aiming to win over 12 out of the total 17 seats and 35 per cent vote share, in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The party doubled its vote share to nearly 14 per cent resulting in eight seats in the assembly elections held on November 30, last year. BRS, which ruled the state for about a decade since its emergence, is low on morale following the defeat, even as its founder and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's daughter K…
  - 16 Mar 24, 5:48pm -
• Kavitha arrest before polls may hit BRS morale, hasten desertions; party calls for protests tomorrow
  Kavitha's arrest before Lok Sabha elections may psychologically impact BRS party. Meanwhile, fomer minister Harish Rao announced protests in the state. Moreover, desertion of MPs and leaders who are not contesting polls adds to party's troubles. Nagesh Kumar predictsed that more desertions could happen due to Kavitha's arrest.
  - 15 Mar 24, 9:57pm -
• Apple faces Indian engineer’s bias lawsuit
  Anita Nariani Schulze is part of the Sindhi minority. Her complaint alleges that her senior and direct managers, both male, consistently excluded her from meetings while inviting her male counterparts, criticised her, micromanaged her work and deprived her of bonuses, despite positive performance evaluations and significant team contributions.
  - 25 Mar 21, 11:14pm -
• Despite transatlantic 'love fest', EU charts third way in ties with US and China
  But two senior envoys who attended said there was no direct response from the ministers gathered in Brussels when Blinken said: "We must push back on China together and show strength in unity."
  - 12 Mar 21, 4:53pm -
• Twitter's India policy head to step down; will transition in March
  This comes as the San-Francisco based firm is at the receiving end of the Indian government over an issue of blocking and unblocking certain handles tweeting about farmer protests.
  - 7 Feb 21, 1:01pm -
• Govt may keep Rs 7,500 cr outlay for IT hardware manufacturing under PLI scheme
  Foreign companies looking for incentives under the scheme may have to invest Rs 500 crore over four years, while the threshold for domestic firms is likely to be around Rs 20 crore for five years, the source who did not wish to be named said.
  - 18 Jan 21, 9:41pm -
• Indian dating apps, services see surge of paying users in small cities
  Growth More than in MetrosAccording to companies like Aisle and Truly Madly, which have millions of users and position themselves as “serious” dating apps, and bespoke high-end dating services like Sirf Coffee, a lot more users from such places are not only keen on using these apps, but also willing to pay for it.
  - 1 Jan 21, 10:39pm -
• Time for government, companies to adopt artificial intelligence: Deloitte India
  “Indian companies need to re-skill, train, and acquire more relevant talent, if they are to successfully integrate AI technologies. Most importantly, they should be willing to make the continued investment. It is an uphill race in which there will be winners and losers,” said Deloitte India CEO N Venkatram.
  - 27 Dec 20, 11:33pm -
• Narendra Modi has his eyes set on boosting business: Joao Cravinho, EU Ambassador
  Ambassador Joao Cravinho, head of the EU delegation, led Ambassadors of various European countries to a quiet lunch with Modi at the capital last year.
  - 3 Jun 14, 5:34am -
• Confidence level of industry improving: KV Kamath, ICICI Bank
  "It is the collective wisdom of the marketplace that there is action and we will move with speed. That improves the confidence level of industry."
  - 2 Jun 14, 2:27pm -
• We may see rapid growth over the next few years: Raamdeo Agrawal
  Directives from the Centre have to be executed at the state level. So, there are many things that are not in Modi’s hands, says Raamdeo Agrawal.
  - 2 Jun 14, 8:00am -
• Every decision of government needn’t be a big reform: Anand Mahindra
  "The fact that we are the world’s largest democracy and we are all aware that power and a role in global affairs for a nation comes from economic strength."
  - 2 Jun 14, 4:00am -
• Our commitment for press freedom, and autonomy of public broadcast is absolute: Prakash Javadekar
  "Now there is a stage three and stage four of digitisation, we will take a call on this only after taking all things into account."
  - 31 May 14, 4:00am -
• There is a leadership vacuum in Infosys, time to get Nandan Nilekani back: Mohandas Pai
  "There is a leadership vacuum in the company, because they made the wrong choice of CEO three years ago and that is playing out right now."
  - 29 May 14, 12:40pm -
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  - 6 Aug 13, 1:45pm -
• After the Oscars, what's next for silent stars of The Artist?
  The team behind The Artist will have spent the first day of the rest of their lives conforming to the grandest, and most lucrative, of Hollywood traditions.
  - 29 Feb 12, 12:42am -
• Delhi World Book fair: A fair like no other
  It's the World Book fair, which comes around once every two years sprawling across the giant halls of Pragati Maidan. This is the fair's 20th edition.
  - 25 Feb 12, 7:38am -
• Indian gift makes its way to State Department exhibition
  An elephant figurine gifted by the then HM LK Advani to US Secretary of State Colin Powell in 2002, has made its way to the State Department hall.
  - 24 Feb 12, 1:39pm -
• IMD to use dynamic models for forecasts
  Statistical models used by IMD will still be used for monsoon forecast, but the ministry of earth sciences is putting more emphasis on dynamic models.
  - 22 Feb 12, 2:19am -
• Docs reveal contents of first wire msg between India & Eng
  Newly discovered documents have revealed the first telegraph messages and joy when England was linked for the first time with India on 23 June, 1870.
  - 21 Feb 12, 3:19pm -
• Worried Amitabh Bachchan fans pray to Lord Shiva for his recovery
  Hundreds of worried fans of ailing Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today performed a yagna here to pray for his speedy recovery.
  - 20 Feb 12, 4:27pm -
• Alfa raises delisting price to Rs 2,850 a share
  Alfa Laval (India) today said its parent firm has raised the delisting offer price to Rs 2,850 a share.
  - 10 Jan 12, 5:49pm -
• DB Realty, Unitech stocks rose
  The stocks of DB Realty and Unitech rose after top executives of these companies were granted bail in the 2G scam case.
  - 30 Nov 11, 3:55am -
• Fitch withdraws Reliance Capital ratings
  Fitch on Friday said it has withdrawn the ratings on Reliance Capital as the company has decided to stop participating.
  - 20 Oct 11, 9:00pm -
• 'Discoms' poor fin health poses risks for traders'
  The poor financial health of state electricity boards could pose significant business risks for power traders in the country, says Fitch.
  - 20 Oct 11, 8:02pm -
• Cigarette cos shares outperform benchmark Sensex
  Shares of cigarette companies have rallied over the past one month, with ITC, Godfrey Philips and VST Industries hitting record highs.
  - 19 Jul 11, 1:35am -
• Lovable Lingerie's dream run on as traders lap it up
  Lovable Lingerie is 3rd-best performing stock among companies listed this year, with it doubling in value, as traders bet it could repeat performance of Page Indus.
  - 18 Jun 11, 12:25am -
• 'Big Daddy' laps up Cipla after Q1 nos beat forecast
  Shares of Cipla inched up on heavy volumes on Friday, after the company’s first quarter earnings beat the consensus estimate.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:35am -
• Old Fox has dream run on Dalal Street
  The Old Fox of Dalal Street has been on a dream run since the past couple of weeks. On Friday, most stocks that he had been steadily building up positions in figured among key gainers of the day.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:26am -
• Cairn India hits record high on BSE amid stake sale talks
  The scrip, which was flat for most of the session, shot up in the final hour of trade on the Bombay Stock Exchange to settle with a net gain of 4.36 per cent at Rs 355.45.
  - 13 Aug 10, 8:11pm -
• Vedanta plunges 5.59% on LSE amid talks to buy Cairn stake
  In the late afternoon session, the scrip was being traded at 20.61 pounds, down by 5.50 per cent on the LSE. Vedanta opened on a positive note, but soon swung into the red.
  - 13 Aug 10, 7:26pm -
• SBI shares on gaining spree; hit record high
  In the past two days, the scrip recorded a gain of over 9 per cent on the BSE, making its investors richer by a whopping Rs 15,000 crore.
  - 13 Aug 10, 6:47pm -
• Traders bet on calendar spread as Nifty moves in a tight range
  A trading combination involving Nifty options is gaining prominence among savvy trading desks of institutional investors.
  - 13 Aug 10, 2:25am -
• Seven out of top 10 Asian small-cap funds are Indian
  An analysis of 300 Asian small-cap schemes shows DSP BlackRock Micro Cap Fund leading the charge, delivering an 82% return over the past year.
  - 12 Aug 10, 10:50am -
• Nifty may find support at 5300 level
  As far as stock futures are concerned, we are very near to the highest-ever open interest with 195 crore shares in open interest.
  - 12 Aug 10, 2:22am -
• 'Don't bank only on price-to-earning ratio'
  Many experts believe that looking at PE ratio in isolation won’t help investors grasp realities of the mkt and higher valuation may not be the only deciding factor driving mkt.
  - 9 Aug 10, 3:55am -
• Market may trade in a range, but FIIs seen sold on India
  Market may see range-bound trading this week in the absence of any major trigger.
  - 9 Aug 10, 1:05am -