Financial markets rarely move because of one story. This week, investors had to digest several major developments at the same time: a fresh US interest-rate hike, another important move from the Bank of Japan, India’s enormous NSE public offering, the Reserve Bank of India’s decision…
For millions of Indians, paying through UPI has become almost invisible. Scan a QR code at a café. Pay a shopkeeper. Split a restaurant bill. Transfer money to a friend. Buy something online. Pay a utility bill. The transaction happens in seconds, without most users…
The global stock market has entered a phase where investors are becoming increasingly selective. For much of the recent rally, artificial intelligence was one of the strongest themes driving technology stocks, semiconductor companies and the broader market. Investors were willing to pay premium valuations for businesses expected…
Ganpati in Mumbai has always been much more than a ten-day festival. Every year, neighbourhoods across the city transform as mandals build elaborate pandals, organise processions, arrange social initiatives and welcome thousands of devotees. But in recent years, another development has become increasingly visible: the…
The BRICS Summit 2026 is putting India and New Delhi at the centre of an important conversation about the future of the global economy. As the 18th BRICS Summit takes place in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, financial markets, businesses and policymakers are…
Financial markets rarely move because of one event. More often, a major development in one part of the world sets off a chain reaction across currencies, bonds, commodities, equities and corporate finance. That is exactly what markets have been experiencing during the week of September…
For years, the smartphone market has looked increasingly predictable. Screen sizes got larger, cameras became better, processors became faster and manufacturers competed to make phones thinner. But the basic smartphone design remained largely unchanged. Apple has now decided to change that. On September 9, 2026, Apple…
For a finance student graduating in 2027, the old career formula is becoming less reliable. A good degree, a strong CGPA, basic Excel knowledge and a polished resume may get you into the application pool. But getting from the application pool to the interview, and…
A company is considering acquiring another business. The management team wants to know how much the acquisition could be worth. Investors want to understand whether the deal makes financial sense. Bankers need to estimate different outcomes. The buyer wants to know whether the combined company can generate…
The first week of September 2026 has given financial markets plenty to think about. India surprised economists with stronger-than-expected economic growth. The Reserve Bank of India found itself dealing with an extraordinary surge of foreign currency deposits. Oil prices continued to create concerns for inflation…
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