The Economic Times

• newNegative Breakout: These 8 stocks cross below their 200 DMAs
  In the Nifty500 pack, eight stocks' close prices crossed below their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on July 16, according to stockedge.com's technical scan data. Trading below the 200 DMA is considered a negative signal because it indicates that the stock's price is below its long-term trend line. Traders use the 200 DMA as a key indicator to determine the overall trend in a particular stock. Take a look:​
  - 1 hour ago 17 Jul 26, 7:36am -
• newGold set for biggest weekly fall in six as Iran war fans inflation worries
  Gold prices saw a rebound on Friday, yet are set for a significant weekly loss. Renewed clashes between the United States and Iran have lifted oil prices considerably. This escalation has stoked inflation concerns and strengthened expectations for higher interest rates. Fed officials are signaling openness to rate hikes amid persistent inflation. Economic data shows a slight increase in U.S. retail sales and falling unemployment claims.
  - 1 hour ago 17 Jul 26, 7:25am -
• newWipro's strong deal wins offset by weak revenue and margin decline
  Wipro reported strong order bookings but saw revenue decline and margins contract. The company's management noted no significant demand changes from the prior quarter. Future revenue guidance remains cautious, expecting a slight drop or marginal improvement. However, annual revenue trends show moderation, aided by acquisitions and steady orders. Stock valuation reflects investor sentiment, awaiting revenue and profitability improvements.
  - 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 6:27am -
• newLogistics firms set for strong Q1 revenue growth despite margin pressure
  Logistics sector revenue is poised for healthy growth in the June quarter. This expansion is driven by e-commerce demand and increased supply-chain outsourcing. However, elevated fuel costs and pricing pressures may impact profitability across companies. Container Corporation of India and Delhivery anticipate revenue increases with margin challenges. Blue Dart Express and TCI also expect revenue growth, with fuel prices being key.
  - 2 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 6:20am -
• newMSCI rejig could bring $2.3 billion into Indian stocks
  An upcoming MSCI index rebalancing may introduce about $2.3 billion in passive investment flows. The global index provider will announce changes on August 12 after market close. Several Indian stocks are likely candidates for inclusion in the MSCI India Standard Index. These changes will impact index-linked exchange-traded funds and mutual funds. The rebalancing will become effective for portfolios on August 31.
  - 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 5:52am -
• newFunds go on buying spree as cash holdings drop to five-year low
  Mutual fund managers reduced cash in equity portfolios to a five-year low. This move utilized recent stock declines in banking and IT sectors. Funds like Parag Parikh Flexicap significantly cut their cash positions. They invested in companies with attractive valuations and resilient earnings. This strategy reflects a shift towards deploying capital in beaten-down stocks.
  - 3 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 5:38am -
• newIndia-UK CETA takes effect: First zero-duty Indian coffee, jewellery consignments reach UK shores
  The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement has officially come into force. Zero-duty consignments of Indian jewellery and coffee have now landed in the United Kingdom. This landmark pact is expected to significantly boost bilateral trade between the two nations. Businesses anticipate substantial growth and increased market competitiveness following the agreement. The pact aims to strengthen supply chains and support job creation across both countries.
  - 12 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 8:56pm -
• newWhat does 'Las Malvinas Son Argentinas' mean? All about the Falkland row that followed Messi's Argentina into the World Cup final
  Las Malvinas Argentina Meaning: Argentina's football players displayed a banner referencing the Falkland Islands after their World Cup win. This action reignited a long-standing territorial dispute between Argentina and the United Kingdom. The Falkland Islands are currently administered by the United Kingdom as a self-governing territory.
  - 24 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 9:00am -
• Argentina-Falklands Banner Row: Messi's team be banned from FIFA World Cup final against Spain? What FIFA rules and past cases say
  Argentina to be banned by FIFA? Argentina's players face a potential FIFA penalty after displaying a political banner. The "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" flag surfaced during their semi-final victory celebration. FIFA rules prohibit political statements on banners and team equipment within venues. This incident echoes a similar fine Argentina received in 2014 for the same banner. The team will likely receive a financial penalty and a formal warning from FIFA.
  - 1 day ago 16 Jul 26, 8:41am -
• Why people sleep with phones next to bed? Psychology and sociology studies say it's not because of any addiction or love for gadgets
  Many keep phones near their beds for practical and social reasons. This habit provides comfort and a sense of security for adults. Some use phones to manage social obligations before sleeping. However, excessive use can indicate genuine dependency and anxiety. Understanding these underlying needs helps in making targeted changes.
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 3:19pm -
• Fatty liver new treatment found: Study discovers a medicine that reverses severe fatty liver by just repairing the gut
  A new experimental drug shows promise for severe fatty liver disease. This compound targets the gut, not the liver directly. It repairs a damaged intestinal barrier, reducing toxins reaching the liver. This discovery offers a fresh treatment path for a widespread condition. Human trials are needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 3:18pm -
• He failed 5,000 times, but never gave up, to make the right vacuum; now his net worth is $13 billion
  Sir James Dyson built a famous appliance brand after 5,127 failed attempts. He focused on solving everyday household annoyances with persistent engineering efforts. Dyson refused to remove the see-through bin despite retailer pressure. This transparent design proved the vacuum cleaner was effectively working. His approach highlights innovation stemming from irritation and a commitment to tested ideas.
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 4:54pm -
• Don't scare a crow: Crows hold grudges for nearly a decade, they never forget a face, and even teach their chicks to hate the same face
  Crows possess remarkable facial recognition and hold grudges for nearly two decades. These intelligent birds teach their young to remember and avoid specific human faces. Parent crows aggressively protect their nests during spring and early summer months. However, long-held grudges can persist far beyond the nesting season. Remembering kind gestures also leads crows to treat helpful humans favorably.
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 4:30pm -
• From Oman to Tanzania: How the Iran war is redrawing India’s trade map
  India's trade is changing due to West Asia conflict. Oman is now a major import partner, especially for energy. Russia and the US are also key import sources. Singapore has become India's third-largest export destination. Tanzania and South Africa are seeing increased Indian exports. These shifts highlight new trade routes and partnerships.
  - 31 days ago 16 Jun 26, 12:51pm -
• FM Sitharaman flags global crisis spillovers, unfair burden on developing nations
  Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that the Global South should not bear the brunt of global imbalances and conflicts. Representing India at a summit, she emphasized the need for coordinated global action and stronger multilateral cooperation to build resilient economies and ensure inclusive growth for all.
  - 35 days ago 12 Jun 26, 1:07am -

• World Bank Raises India's FY27 Growth Forecast to 6.6%
  India's economic growth forecast for FY27 has been raised to 6.6 percent by the World Bank. This positive outlook is driven by reduced US tariffs and anticipated benefits from new free trade agreements. While external demand may weaken due to global conflicts, domestic demand and export growth are expected to pick up.
  - 35 days ago 11 Jun 26, 11:50pm -
• India defies West Asia war concerns as Q4 GDP growth hits 7.8%; risks remain ahead
  India's economy surged by a better-than-expected 7.8% in the March quarter, exceeding forecasts and pushing FY26 growth to 7.7%. This robust performance was driven by strong private investment and consumption, defying concerns over the West Asia war. The government remains committed to its reform agenda to maintain economic momentum.
  - 41 days ago 6 Jun 26, 6:00am -
• Central bank turns piper to draw in foreign capital; leaves repo rate at 5.25, keeps stance neutral
  The Reserve Bank of India has introduced measures to boost foreign currency inflows, including incentives for external commercial borrowings and bearing hedging costs on FCNR(B) deposits. These steps aim to strengthen external buffers and support the rupee amidst market outflows. The central bank also maintained its policy rate at 5.25% and a neutral stance, while revising inflation and growth forecasts.
  - 41 days ago 6 Jun 26, 5:30am -
• FPIs pull out Rs 27,000 cr in May; 2026 outflows hit Rs 2.2 lakh cr-mark
  Himanshu Srivastava, Principal - Manager Research at Morningstar Investment Research India, said the latest outflow trend reflected persistent uncertainty surrounding global growth, elevated geopolitical tensions across key regions and volatility in crude oil prices, which continued to weigh on risk appetite towards emerging markets, including India.
  - 61 days ago 17 May 26, 11:15am -
• Oil prices to hit $150? How Indian stock markets may react as Iran war rages on
  Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel amid escalating Iran–Israel tensions and fears of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy chokepoint. Analysts warn crude could climb to $150 if disruptions persist, raising inflation risks and pressuring Indian equities, which have already seen sharp declines amid foreign outflows, rupee weakness and energy supply concerns.
  - 15 Mar 26, 2:11pm -
• 'Done deal': CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on NDA seat-sharing for Assam polls
  Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the seat-sharing deal for the upcoming assembly elections is complete. The NDA alliance, including BJP, AGP, UPPL, and BPF, has finalized its contest plan. The state leadership will present the candidate list to Union Home Minister Amit Shah soon. Elections for the 126-member assembly are anticipated in March-April, following a recent delimitation exercise.
  - 22 Feb 26, 7:05pm -
• Why a 70:30 India-global portfolio makes sense in a changing world, Subho Moulik decodes
  As global markets outperform India, diversification is gaining urgency. Subho Moulik explains why a 70:30 India global portfolio improves risk adjusted returns, reduces concentration risk, and provides access to long term global growth themes such as AI, defence, and quantum computing.
  - 27 Jan 26, 12:35pm -
• Kaynes shares plunge 43% from October peak. Is a tactical rebound on the cards or more pain ahead?
  Kaynes has plunged 43.5% from its October peak, with Friday’s 12.5% drop marking the steepest single-day decline. Momentum indicators remain bearish, signaling a risk of further slide toward the year’s low of Rs 3,825. However, being nearly 26% below its 200-day SMA suggests potential mean-reversion, with a contrarian recovery target at Rs 4,541 and downside below Rs 4,300.
  - 7 Dec 25, 4:06pm -
• Warren Buffett is buying, Michael Burry is shorting: The AI trade splitting Wall Street
  Warren Buffett and Michael Burry are taking opposing stances on the AI boom, highlighting investor uncertainty. Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has added a major stake in Alphabet, signaling confidence in the AI-driven growth, while Burry shorts Palantir and Nvidia, criticizing Big Tech accounting practices. Their contrasting positions coincide with transitions in their careers and growing debate over whether AI hype is justified or a bubble.
  - 7 Dec 25, 3:09pm -
• SoftBank-backed AceVector files updated IPO papers; targets to raise Rs 300 cr via fresh issue
  SoftBank-backed digital-commerce ecosystem AceVector Ltd has filed updated draft papers with markets regulator Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO), which will include a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 300 crore.
  - 7 Dec 25, 10:45am -
• Rare 'intensive' revision in Bihar four months before polls
  The Election Commission's 'Special Intensive Revision' of Bihar's electoral rolls has ignited political debate, differing from past revisions. While intensive revisions aren't new, the timing of Bihar's SIR, months before assembly elections, is unusual. Unlike previous 'de novo' exercises, it builds upon the 2002-03 roll, incorporating new enumeration forms and document submission.
  - 1 Jul 25, 12:24am -
• BJP accuses Kejriwal of sending voters hoax calls to mislead
  BJP has accused Arvind Kejriwal of orchestrating hoax calls to mislead voters, alleging that the AAP is claiming votes are being cut by the BJP to support AAP. They also allege distribution of money in slum areas and raised concerns about voter data confidentiality, demanding an investigation.
  - 26 Jan 25, 5:52pm -
• Lok Sabha election 2024: Maharashtra get interesting after splits in Shiv Sena, NCP
  Lok Sabha election 2024: ​​The BJP-Shiv Sena won 41 of the 48 seats in the 2019 polls, but the Sena has split since and a vast majority of the Bal Thackeray-founded party is now allied with the BJP. The Nationalist Congress Party also split as well with Ajit Pawar joining the ruling alliance in the state, led by Eknath Shinde. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP emerged the top party with 23 seats, followed by the undivided Sena with 18.
  - 17 Mar 24, 12:16pm -
• Modi charisma key factor in BJP's bid to retain all 26 seats in Gujarat
  Gujarat's upcoming Lok Sabha elections are influenced by PM Narendra Modi's charisma, anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education, healthcare challenges, and BJP's endeavor to secure all 26 seats. ​​Lok Sabha polls in Gujarat will be held in a single phase on May 7. Counting of votes will be held on June 4. Anti-incumbency, unemployment, inflation, education and healthcare facilities are some of the other important issues in the election, where the ruling BJP in Gujarat will attempt…
  - 16 Mar 24, 8:35pm -
• Implementation of 'guarantees', decline of BRS favour Congress in Telangana, BJP aiming for better show
  The BJP, riding high on its growing voter base in Telangana, is now aiming to win over 12 out of the total 17 seats and 35 per cent vote share, in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The party doubled its vote share to nearly 14 per cent resulting in eight seats in the assembly elections held on November 30, last year. BRS, which ruled the state for about a decade since its emergence, is low on morale following the defeat, even as its founder and former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's daughter K…
  - 16 Mar 24, 5:48pm -
• Apple faces Indian engineer’s bias lawsuit
  Anita Nariani Schulze is part of the Sindhi minority. Her complaint alleges that her senior and direct managers, both male, consistently excluded her from meetings while inviting her male counterparts, criticised her, micromanaged her work and deprived her of bonuses, despite positive performance evaluations and significant team contributions.
  - 25 Mar 21, 11:14pm -
• Despite transatlantic 'love fest', EU charts third way in ties with US and China
  But two senior envoys who attended said there was no direct response from the ministers gathered in Brussels when Blinken said: "We must push back on China together and show strength in unity."
  - 12 Mar 21, 4:53pm -
• Twitter's India policy head to step down; will transition in March
  This comes as the San-Francisco based firm is at the receiving end of the Indian government over an issue of blocking and unblocking certain handles tweeting about farmer protests.
  - 7 Feb 21, 1:01pm -
• Govt may keep Rs 7,500 cr outlay for IT hardware manufacturing under PLI scheme
  Foreign companies looking for incentives under the scheme may have to invest Rs 500 crore over four years, while the threshold for domestic firms is likely to be around Rs 20 crore for five years, the source who did not wish to be named said.
  - 18 Jan 21, 9:41pm -
• Indian dating apps, services see surge of paying users in small cities
  Growth More than in MetrosAccording to companies like Aisle and Truly Madly, which have millions of users and position themselves as “serious” dating apps, and bespoke high-end dating services like Sirf Coffee, a lot more users from such places are not only keen on using these apps, but also willing to pay for it.
  - 1 Jan 21, 10:39pm -
• Time for government, companies to adopt artificial intelligence: Deloitte India
  “Indian companies need to re-skill, train, and acquire more relevant talent, if they are to successfully integrate AI technologies. Most importantly, they should be willing to make the continued investment. It is an uphill race in which there will be winners and losers,” said Deloitte India CEO N Venkatram.
  - 27 Dec 20, 11:33pm -
• Narendra Modi has his eyes set on boosting business: Joao Cravinho, EU Ambassador
  Ambassador Joao Cravinho, head of the EU delegation, led Ambassadors of various European countries to a quiet lunch with Modi at the capital last year.
  - 3 Jun 14, 5:34am -
• Confidence level of industry improving: KV Kamath, ICICI Bank
  "It is the collective wisdom of the marketplace that there is action and we will move with speed. That improves the confidence level of industry."
  - 2 Jun 14, 2:27pm -
• We may see rapid growth over the next few years: Raamdeo Agrawal
  Directives from the Centre have to be executed at the state level. So, there are many things that are not in Modi’s hands, says Raamdeo Agrawal.
  - 2 Jun 14, 8:00am -
• Every decision of government needn’t be a big reform: Anand Mahindra
  "The fact that we are the world’s largest democracy and we are all aware that power and a role in global affairs for a nation comes from economic strength."
  - 2 Jun 14, 4:00am -
• Our commitment for press freedom, and autonomy of public broadcast is absolute: Prakash Javadekar
  "Now there is a stage three and stage four of digitisation, we will take a call on this only after taking all things into account."
  - 31 May 14, 4:00am -
• There is a leadership vacuum in Infosys, time to get Nandan Nilekani back: Mohandas Pai
  "There is a leadership vacuum in the company, because they made the wrong choice of CEO three years ago and that is playing out right now."
  - 29 May 14, 12:40pm -
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  - 6 Aug 13, 1:45pm -
• After the Oscars, what's next for silent stars of The Artist?
  The team behind The Artist will have spent the first day of the rest of their lives conforming to the grandest, and most lucrative, of Hollywood traditions.
  - 29 Feb 12, 12:42am -
• Delhi World Book fair: A fair like no other
  It's the World Book fair, which comes around once every two years sprawling across the giant halls of Pragati Maidan. This is the fair's 20th edition.
  - 25 Feb 12, 7:38am -
• Indian gift makes its way to State Department exhibition
  An elephant figurine gifted by the then HM LK Advani to US Secretary of State Colin Powell in 2002, has made its way to the State Department hall.
  - 24 Feb 12, 1:39pm -
• IMD to use dynamic models for forecasts
  Statistical models used by IMD will still be used for monsoon forecast, but the ministry of earth sciences is putting more emphasis on dynamic models.
  - 22 Feb 12, 2:19am -
• Docs reveal contents of first wire msg between India & Eng
  Newly discovered documents have revealed the first telegraph messages and joy when England was linked for the first time with India on 23 June, 1870.
  - 21 Feb 12, 3:19pm -
• Worried Amitabh Bachchan fans pray to Lord Shiva for his recovery
  Hundreds of worried fans of ailing Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today performed a yagna here to pray for his speedy recovery.
  - 20 Feb 12, 4:27pm -
• Alfa raises delisting price to Rs 2,850 a share
  Alfa Laval (India) today said its parent firm has raised the delisting offer price to Rs 2,850 a share.
  - 10 Jan 12, 5:49pm -
• DB Realty, Unitech stocks rose
  The stocks of DB Realty and Unitech rose after top executives of these companies were granted bail in the 2G scam case.
  - 30 Nov 11, 3:55am -
• Fitch withdraws Reliance Capital ratings
  Fitch on Friday said it has withdrawn the ratings on Reliance Capital as the company has decided to stop participating.
  - 20 Oct 11, 9:00pm -
• 'Discoms' poor fin health poses risks for traders'
  The poor financial health of state electricity boards could pose significant business risks for power traders in the country, says Fitch.
  - 20 Oct 11, 8:02pm -
• Cigarette cos shares outperform benchmark Sensex
  Shares of cigarette companies have rallied over the past one month, with ITC, Godfrey Philips and VST Industries hitting record highs.
  - 19 Jul 11, 1:35am -
• Lovable Lingerie's dream run on as traders lap it up
  Lovable Lingerie is 3rd-best performing stock among companies listed this year, with it doubling in value, as traders bet it could repeat performance of Page Indus.
  - 18 Jun 11, 12:25am -
• 'Big Daddy' laps up Cipla after Q1 nos beat forecast
  Shares of Cipla inched up on heavy volumes on Friday, after the company’s first quarter earnings beat the consensus estimate.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:35am -
• Old Fox has dream run on Dalal Street
  The Old Fox of Dalal Street has been on a dream run since the past couple of weeks. On Friday, most stocks that he had been steadily building up positions in figured among key gainers of the day.
  - 14 Aug 10, 3:26am -
• Cairn India hits record high on BSE amid stake sale talks
  The scrip, which was flat for most of the session, shot up in the final hour of trade on the Bombay Stock Exchange to settle with a net gain of 4.36 per cent at Rs 355.45.
  - 13 Aug 10, 8:11pm -
• Vedanta plunges 5.59% on LSE amid talks to buy Cairn stake
  In the late afternoon session, the scrip was being traded at 20.61 pounds, down by 5.50 per cent on the LSE. Vedanta opened on a positive note, but soon swung into the red.
  - 13 Aug 10, 7:26pm -
• SBI shares on gaining spree; hit record high
  In the past two days, the scrip recorded a gain of over 9 per cent on the BSE, making its investors richer by a whopping Rs 15,000 crore.
  - 13 Aug 10, 6:47pm -
• Traders bet on calendar spread as Nifty moves in a tight range
  A trading combination involving Nifty options is gaining prominence among savvy trading desks of institutional investors.
  - 13 Aug 10, 2:25am -
• Seven out of top 10 Asian small-cap funds are Indian
  An analysis of 300 Asian small-cap schemes shows DSP BlackRock Micro Cap Fund leading the charge, delivering an 82% return over the past year.
  - 12 Aug 10, 10:50am -
• Nifty may find support at 5300 level
  As far as stock futures are concerned, we are very near to the highest-ever open interest with 195 crore shares in open interest.
  - 12 Aug 10, 2:22am -
• 'Don't bank only on price-to-earning ratio'
  Many experts believe that looking at PE ratio in isolation won’t help investors grasp realities of the mkt and higher valuation may not be the only deciding factor driving mkt.
  - 9 Aug 10, 3:55am -
• Market may trade in a range, but FIIs seen sold on India
  Market may see range-bound trading this week in the absence of any major trigger.
  - 9 Aug 10, 1:05am -