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Bulgaria joins eurozone: Why it’s swapping the lev for the euro despite Russia tensions

January 2, 2026 08:10 IST

Bulgaria’s admission to the eurozone makes it the 21st nation out of 27 EU members to do so. The remaining six use their own currencies instead.

Greg Abel (right) and Warren Buffett in Omaha, Nebraska, in 2018. (AP)

After Warren Buffett, Greg Abel: Meet the new Berkshire Hathaway CEO

January 2, 2026 06:00 IST

Warren Buffett’s imprint on Berkshire Hathaway, especially a legendary knack for making the right investments at the right time, could make for an unfair comparison. But, markets will be interested in how he plans to steer the company, and what he might change.

India’s metal exports face 22% price cut threat as world’s first carbon tax goes live today

January 1, 2026 19:39 IST

CBAM would apply a carbon-related charge to the import of goods from the power sector and energy-intensive industrial sectors from countries with lower environmental ambitions and regulations than the EU

While experts say that providing exit to PE and venture capital investors shows the strength, maturity and evolution of the Indian equity markets, they raise concerns over the high volume of promoter stake dilution.

As primary market booms, exits by promoters and investors are accelerating. This may be good for markets — not for companies

January 1, 2026 16:05 IST

Some experts say an increase in offers-for-sale — where promoters or early investors sell existing shares — is a sign of a maturing market. Others raise issues such as dilution of promoter stake and less fresh capital for expansion.

Why silver surfed a 160% wave in 2025Subscriber Only

January 2, 2026 10:11 IST

Global trade tensions denting investor confidence and continued easing of interest rates by the US Federal Reserve made gold increasingly attractive for investors, pushing prices to record highs. The reasons behind silver's rise are similar, but also different.

Behind copper’s record rally in 2025, Trump’s tariffs, supply disruptions, AI demand

December 29, 2025 20:05 IST

The surge in copper prices comes when global economic growth is steady but far from strong. What is pushing copper prices to record levels this year?

A perforated tube to monitor water levels in a rice field in Telangana.

Making money from methane emission reductions in paddy fields

December 29, 2025 13:29 IST

Earning carbon credits can be a new revenue source of India’s rice farmers, while being water-saving and climate-smart as well.

India Tariff impact US: Global tariff shocks will likely continue to influence the economic outlook for the next year.

Indian Economy Yearender 2025 | As the year ends with solid economic indicators, govt faces challenges of reviving consumption, triggering pvt investmentSubscriber Only

January 1, 2026 21:32 IST

India Tariff impact US: India has ended the year with a fairly strong set of macroeconomic numbers, including tepid inflation and low interest rates, but external uncertainties such as tariffs and AI will continue into 2026.

According to Crisil Intelligence, the number of mutual fund investor accounts went from 98 million at the end of March 2021 to 235 million at the end of March 2025.

GDP | 2025: The year when it paid for Indians to invest in the biggest companiesSubscriber Only

December 31, 2025 18:09 IST

By itself, 2025 was a rather underwhelming year for equity investors, driven by events such as US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Indices, like the Nifty 50, provide a good sense of which category of companies was a good bet.

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With Peanuts in its kitty, Sony takes another step towards entertainment domination

December 27, 2025 12:03 IST

Ever since the comic's Japanese-language debut 1969, Snoopy and his friends have been beloved. What does Sony's acquisition mean, and how does it advance its vision of becoming a global entertainment giant?

India has been a difficult market for airlines, particularly smaller regional carriers, due to factors like high price sensitivity and low profit margins.

India may soon get 4 new regional airlines, but here’s why their success isn’t guaranteedSubscriber Only

December 26, 2025 06:01 IST

While the entry of new regional airlines may be encouraging, experts don’t see them denting the market shares of the likes of IndiGo and Air India, in the unforgiving Indian aviation market.

How VB – G RAM G Act, which replaces MGNREGA, affects states’ finances

December 25, 2025 10:55 IST

The 60-40 cost sharing ratio between the Centre and states, combined with fixed annual normative allocations, places a significantly larger fiscal burden on states compared to MGNREGA

US President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell in Washington earlier this year. AP Photo

Despite Trump tariffs, US economy has grown at its fastest pace in two years. It may not sustainSubscriber Only

December 25, 2025 16:40 IST

Going forward, the sluggish labour market and stagnant real incomes could dent consumer spending in the US, especially as inflation surges

Why income tax refunds are stuck for so many, and why taxpayers are worried about new December 31 deadline

December 25, 2025 10:20 IST

Income Tax Refund Status, Risk Management for AY 2025-26 Explained: The messages and e-mails from the Income Tax Department, asking people to file revised returns by December 31, have invited ire. What is happening, why, and what can taxpayers do? All your questions answered.

ECONOMY | GDP is growing rapidly. Why isn’t private capex?

GDP is growing rapidly. Why is private investment still limited?Subscriber Only

December 22, 2025 10:42 IST

With existing capacities far from exhausted, Indian companies have chosen to reduce debt, sit on cash and make financial investments.

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Despite 8.2% GDP growth, why doesn’t it seem so based on monthly data

December 21, 2025 16:04 IST

The new GDP series is just over two months away. Will those numbers be more in line with high-frequency indicators?

How proposed Securities Markets Code Bill 2025 sets to consolidate securities laws

December 20, 2025 12:15 IST

The Bill proposes to give more powers to the markets regulator, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), decriminalises minor lapses and strengthens market infrastructure institutions (MIIs)

The new withdrawal norms reduce the share of the mandatory annuity portion, easing the lumpsum payouts to NPS subscribers.

What new NPS norms say: Higher 80% lump sum withdrawal for non-govt subscribers, exit age raised to 85

December 20, 2025 11:05 IST

The latest Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (Exits and Withdrawals under the National Pension System) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, were notified on December 12.

GDP: Anatomy of rupee weakness against the dollarSubscriber Only

December 21, 2025 15:04 IST

There are two parts of the puzzle. The rupee is weakening when, on paper, it should be strengthening. After all, India has been the fastest-growing major economy for a while. Additionally, the rupee is weakening even when the dollar is weakening.

A Japanese flag flutters at the Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo.

Japan hikes rates: What will be the impact on yen carry trade and Indian borrowers?

December 19, 2025 12:43 IST

This is the highest policy rate by Japan since the mid-1990s, ending a long era in which it stood apart as the last major economy clinging to near-zero interest rates. The global relevance of the decision lies in its impact on the yen carry trade.

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Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount’s hostile bid: Issues at stake, next stepsSubscriber Only

December 19, 2025 07:31 IST

In its letter to its shareholders on Wednesday, WBD claimed that Paramount’s offer was misleading and illusory, and did not address concerns it had raised over several weeks of deliberation leading up to December 5. Here is what to know

Japan's Mizuho Financial Group is buying a controlling stake in homegrown investment bank Avendus for $523 million. Wikimedia Commons

Japanese mega banks are increasingly eying India’s banking and financial sector: What’s behind this interest?Subscriber Only

December 18, 2025 15:55 IST

Mizuho’s acquisition of Avendus is the latest in a series of deals that point to a strategic shift by Japanese mega banks to the Indian market

How Oman deal adds heft to India’s West Asia trade strategy amid rising trade curbs in the WestSubscriber Only

December 19, 2025 08:31 IST

India Oman trade deal: New Delhi’s trade deal with Oman will be its second trade pact in the West Asian region after the UAE, which was signed in 2022. Here's why it matters.

Understanding Bitcoin’s downward slide, after achieving record high in OctoberSubscriber Only

December 18, 2025 10:33 IST

The cyrptocurrency's continued slide has raised fears of an impending ‘crypto winter’, which is marked by a decline in trading volume and reduced investor sentiment. Here is what to know

India bucks US tariffs with November exports surge: What is behind the numbers, is it sustainableSubscriber Only

December 18, 2025 10:45 IST

India US Trade Update: Four major reasons are behind the November surge in India's exports to the US. We explain these, and the outlook for the future.

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