Image taken from markets.com A growing desire for better returns is pushing India’s retail investors into a space once dominated exclusively by seasoned institutions: high-yield bonds. What looks like a fast track to higher income often hides a complicated emotional journey, one shaped by the powerful pull of greed and the quiet pressure of fear. In the latest episode of Mint Bond Street Dialogues, presented by IndiaBonds, the company’s chief executive Vishal Goenka explored

For weeks, domestic equities had been moving through an uneasy stretch, weighed down by uneven global cues and pockets of selling. That tension finally eased after the Reserve Bank of India announced a repo rate reduction, a move that immediately breathed life back into rate-linked sectors and lifted benchmark indices beyond key psychological milestones. The Nifty 50 ended the session with a 0.59 percent rise, reclaiming territory above 26,000 and settling at 26,188. The Sens

Image taken from internationaltradeinsights.com India’s factory sector, which had been powering ahead for most of the year, is now running into resistance as higher US trade tariffs begin to bite. The latest HSBC India Manufacturing PMI slipped to 56.6 in November, down from October’s robust 59.2. While the index still signals expansion, the pace of improvement has cooled to its slowest level since February, reflecting a broader loss of steam across the industry. The slowdown

Image taken from britannica.com Apple’s long-running friction with India’s competition regulator entered a new phase on Monday, as the Delhi High Court began hearing the tech giant’s challenge to a recent amendment in the Competition Act—one that could dramatically raise the financial stakes in antitrust cases. The petition, now before a bench led by Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela, questions the legality of allowing the Competition Commis

Mumbai/Bengaluru — A quiet but significant reshuffle is unfolding around one of Ratan Tata’s most heartfelt legacies. Mehli Mistry — long-time confidant of the late industrialist and a former Tata Trusts trustee — has stepped down from the board of the Small Animal Hospital Trust, the flagship project created at Ratan Tata’s urging to bring world-class care to pets and rescued animals. Mistry’s resignation comes with a firm stance: since he is no longer part of the Sir Dorabj

Image taken from business-standard.com The Indian Rupee’s slide toward the 90-per-dollar mark has turned the currency market into a pressure cooker, especially with the India–US trade deal showing little visible progress. As the rupee weakens, companies earning in dollars naturally get a boost, which is why investors are eyeing export-driven sectors like IT, pharma, and metals. But the situation is far from straightforward, with both countries keen to push the trade agreement

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has unveiled a proposal aimed squarely at cleaning up the financial chatter dominating social media. The regulator wants every Sebi-registered firm—from mutual funds and brokers to advisors and distributors—to clearly display their name and registration number not just on their profile page, but on every single post they publish online. The move, outlined in a consultation paper released Friday, stems from a growing need to c

Domestic automakers are gearing up to unveil their November wholesale numbers next week, and early estimates point toward a broad-based acceleration across the industry. Analysts tracking the sector say demand has firmed up notably after the GST rate cut, with the biggest lift coming from entry-level segments—both two-wheelers and small passenger cars—where affordability drives momentum. Brokerage firm Motilal Oswal expects all major categories to post double-digit year-on-ye

Image taken from businesstoday.in Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has quietly executed one of its most strategic equity maneuvers of the year, lifting its stake in Adani-backed cement major ACC Ltd beyond the 10% mark. At the same time, the insurer has also expanded its position in PSU player NBCC (India) , reinforcing its confidence in the government-backed infrastructure segment. According to a regulatory filing, LIC purchased an additional 37.82 lakh shares of

Image taken from Euromoney.com Temasek has tapped one of Asia’s most respected banking veterans, Piyush Gupta, to help steer its next chapter in India. The former DBS Group chief will take on the role of India Chairman in a non-executive capacity starting 1 December , marking a high-profile addition to the state-backed investment giant’s leadership bench. Though not in an operational role, Gupta will work closely with Ravi Lambah , who leads Temasek’s India strategy, deepeni

Image taken from Moneycontrol.com Tesla has officially opened its first dedicated India centre in Gurugram, marking a pivotal moment in its long-anticipated push into the Indian electric vehicle market. The facility, which now stands as Tesla’s largest hub in the country, brings together after-sales operations and access to the company’s latest V4 Superchargers, signalling the beginning of an aggressive expansion phase after months of subdued sales. With Sharad Agarwal, forme

Digital Connexion, the Reliance-backed joint venture, has unveiled an ambitious plan to pour $11 billion into a cutting-edge artificial intelligence data centre ecosystem in Andhra Pradesh. The announcement came on Wednesday, marking one of the largest AI-infrastructure commitments ever made in the state. According to the company, the investment will be deployed over the next five years, culminating in the creation of a one-gigawatt AI data centre campus in Visakhapatnam by

Image from Britannica.com Sugar futures edged higher on Monday, continuing to drift just below last Wednesday’s one-month highs as the market absorbs a mix of bullish and bearish forces. One of the key supports for prices is fresh momentum out of India, where the food ministry is considering raising the price paid for ethanol used in gasoline blending. If approved, sugar mills may divert more cane toward ethanol rather than refined sugar, tightening global supply. Prices also

Platinum jewellery in India is poised for record growth, with sales expected to rise as much as 15% in 2025, driven by climbing gold prices that are nudging consumers toward alternative ornaments, Vaishali Banerjee, India Managing Director and Head of Global Market Development at Platinum Guild International, told Mint. Sales of platinum jewellery are set to close this year 12–15% higher, surpassing the country’s typical annual growth rate of around 10%, Banerjee said. While

The ongoing trade negotiations between India and the European Union face a significant challenge over the EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM). This policy aims to price carbon emissions into imports, affecting products with high carbon footprints such as steel and fertilizers. India has strongly opposed this approach, seeking exemptions or alternative fee structures for its exports. The dispute is more than a tariff disagreement; it represents a clash between trade

India’s economy has shown unexpected resilience despite facing steep tariffs from the United States. This strength is giving New Delhi a stronger position in ongoing trade negotiations with Washington. Even with U.S. tariffs on Indian imports reaching as high as 50%, India’s export decline has been less severe than many anticipated. This outcome is providing Indian negotiators with valuable room to maneuver as they seek a more balanced trade agreement. India’s Resilient Expor

India's economy has shown signs of slowing down, with business growth slipping to its lowest point in six months. The main factor behind this slowdown is a weakening manufacturing sector, which has struggled to maintain momentum amid various challenges. This shift raises concerns about the broader economic outlook and the potential impact on employment and investment. Manufacturing Sector Faces Headwinds The manufacturing industry plays a crucial role in India's economy, cont

Indian manufacturing is undergoing a quiet but powerful transformation. Factories that once relied solely on manual oversight and traditional methods are now embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twins to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. These technologies are not just futuristic concepts; they are practical tools reshaping how plants operate every day. How Digital Twins Change Factory Operations Digital twins are virtual models that replicate

Nvidia, a global leader in graphics processing and AI technology, has committed $850 million to support the India Deep Tech Alliance. This significant investment marks a new chapter for India's technology landscape, aiming to accelerate innovation and strengthen the country's position in emerging technologies. This article explores what Nvidia's pledge means for India’s deep tech ecosystem and how it could impact the future of technology development in the region. What Is the

India’s retail inflation cooled sharply in July, giving policymakers and retailers a little breathing room just as the crucial...