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Global economic shocks have slowed India’s growth in the short term, but its long-term prospects remain strong, according to a report by S&P Global India Research.The report highlighted that reforms, infrastructure development, and process improvements have strengthened India’s position, giving it a competitive edge over developed countries.“Amid global market volatility, India’s growth is resilient and…

Yes Bank stake sale: State Bank of India (SBI) has offloaded around 13.18% of its holding in Yes Bank Limited (YBL) to Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), marking the completion of a major divestment.SMBC, part of the Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG), is counted among the top foreign banks in India. SMFG itself is…

Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield has stepped down from the ice cream brand, saying he can no longer “in good conscience” remain after 47 years, as the company’s long-running rift with its parent Unilever deepens over its position on Gaza.In an open letter to the Ben & Jerry’s community, shared on X by his…

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has leased a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s upscale Prabhadevi locality for its chairman at a monthly rent of Rs 7 lakh. The apartment will house Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey, who took charge on March 1 this year.According to Sebi, the arrangement follows its existing policy. “Sebi…

Nestle shares dipped on Wednesday after the food and beverage giant announced the “earlier than planned” exit of its chairman, Paul Bulcke, marking another shake-up at the top of the Swiss multinational.The news sent Nestle’s stock down 0.51% to 71.52 Swiss francs ($90.80) in early trading, weighing on the Swiss stock exchange’s SMI index, which…

Gold hit a new record on Tuesday, crossing Rs 1.10 lakh per 10 grams just days before India’s peak festive season, leaving jewellers cautious about how demand will shape up.According to the India Bullion & Jewellers Association (IBJA), gold is currently retailing at Rs 1,10,540 per 10 gm in the physical market. With 3% GST,…

About one-third of Indian exports to the US face no tariffs, indicating that the actual impact on tariff-affected goods is significantly higher. (AI image) India’s exports to the US have fallen for the third straight month in August as Donald Trump administration’s 50% tariffs came into effect. According to Global Trade and Research Initiative founder…

Gold price prediction: The current week remains most crucial for gold as the US Fed may announce its monetary policy on September 17, midnight. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are expected to react to the US Federal Reserve policy this week. Maneesh Sharma, AVP – Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and…

NEW DELHI: India’s largest tech-enabled home services marketplace, Urban Company, made a blockbuster debut on Dalal Street on Wednesday.The stock listed at Rs 162.25 on NSE, a 57.5% premium over its IPO price of Rs 103. On BSE, the stock opened at Rs 161, up 56.3%, before rallying further to Rs 179, a gain of…

Top stocks to buy today (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Mehul Kothari, DVP – Technical Research, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers, the top stocks to buy today are Godrej Properties and Panacea Biotech:Godrej Properties – Double Bottom + Long-term SupportBuy near: ₹2,050–2,020 | SL: ₹1,950 | Target: ₹2,250The stock has been in…