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India can walk into the negotiating room with the US far more confidently than ever, thanks to a strong economy and a milder-than-expected hit to its exports, according to officials and analysts cited by Reuters.Despite the United States slapping tariffs of up to 50% on Indian imports, the drop in New Delhi’s shipments has been…

As per retail price statistics from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, the national average retail prices rose by 27% between October 19 and November 19. (AI image) Tomato prices have skyrocketed! Even as retail inflation hits a record low, tomato prices have soared anywhere between 25% to 100% in the last month. The cost of…

Gold and silver exchange traded funds have had a rough month. After a dazzling rally, gold ETFs are down by over 6% on average, while silver ETFs have slid nearly 9%. Investors are left wondering whether to jump ship or stay invested.Market experts, however, urge calm and a long-term view. Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) in…

India has emerged as one of the standout opportunities for global investors assessing prospects for 2026, according to Goldman Sachs Asset Management’s Investment Outlook 2026. The report places emerging market equities at the centre of potential gains next year, supported by easing inflation trends, a softer US dollar and improving earnings performance across developing economies.Within…

The Indian Rupee could gradually weaken and move towards the psychological level of 90 per US dollar by March 2026, according to a report by Union Bank of India. The bank said the currency’s trajectory will continue to be shaped by both fundamental and technical factors, with the broader depreciation trend likely to persist over…

The broader outlook remains constructive, traders should stay vigilant and responsive to global macro developments. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold prices may move towards Rs 1,27,000 levels in the near term, though investors should watch out for a stop loss level of Rs 1,22,000, says says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex…

Market experts anticipate a steady upward trajectory, whilst maintaining caution as global economic data emerges. (AI image) Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Thursday. While Nifty50 was near 26,100, BSE Sensex was up over 150 points. At 9:18 AM, Nifty50 was trading at 26,095.80, up…

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Top stock market recommendations: According to Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice President – WM Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group, the top buy calls for today are: LIC, Bharat Forge, and HUDCO. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty and the top stock picks for November 20, 2025.Index View: NiftyNifty…

MUMBAI: What’s in store for the Indian markets and the corporates in 2026? As the year 2025-marked by high volatility and single-digit returns for sensex and Nifty-nears its end, brokerages and analysts are queuing up to come out with their predictions and expectations for the coming year.Analysts and strategists from a host of foreign and…

NEW DELHI: Call it consumer stress. Muted consumer appetite is pulling down the valuation growth of India’s top 75 brands, with growth in 2024-25 slipping to 6%, in contrast to the 19% jump recorded last year. The combined value of these brands rose to $475.4 billion, according to the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Brands Report…