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India Inc's foreign investments more than double in April

Indian companies significantly boosted overseas investments in april. direct investments surged to .37 billion, more than doubling from march. equity investments led this growth. coforge was a major investor, with other companies like lupin and wingify s
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Banks casual in granting big loans, strict with small borrowers: SC

The supreme court has noted a troubling trend where banks like state bank of india are casual in sanctioning large corporate loans. however, they impose difficult conditions on ordinary citizens seeking small personal loans. the court suggested the governm
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

PVUNL's capacity rises to 1,600 mw, NTPC group crosses 90 gw milestone

Patratu vidyut utpadan nigam limited has started trial runs for its second 800 mw power unit. this boosts the project's capacity to 1,600 mw. the ntpc group's total installed capacity now exceeds 90 gw. jharkhand will receive 85 percent of the power genera
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Interest subvention scheme likely for e-buses, e-trucks; Centre may earmark ?6,960 cr

The government is weighing cheaper loans and other incentives to help private operators buy electric buses and trucks, aiming to cut fossil fuel use and boost cleaner transport. officials believe the proposed support could make costly ev fleets more afford
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Taiwan Shares Tipped To Open In The Green

(rttnews) - the taiwan stock market on thursday snapped the four-day losing streak in which it had tumbled almost 1.750 points or 4.3 percent. the taiwan stock exchange now sits just beneath the 41,370-point plateau and it figures to open to the upside aga
Tag: Stock Market USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Vedanta Resources looking to rejig .5 bn holdco debt in one go

Anil agarwal's vedanta resources ltd is in talks with global banks to refinance its .25-5.5 billion debt. the company aims to raise .5-3.7 billion through 10-year bonds and .5-1.7 billion via five-year loans. this move seeks to better align debt repa
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

SpaceX Finally Made It's S-1 Public. 3 Things Smart Investors Need to Know About the IPO

Key pointsspacex is poised to have the biggest ipo in history.
Tag: Stock Market USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

India, six others flags UK steel curbs at WTO

India and six nations have approached the world trade organization regarding the uk's new steel import restrictions. these measures, set to reduce tariff-free quotas significantly, are a concern for trade. india has urged the uk to adopt less trade-restric
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Corn Fades Lower into Thursday’s Close

Corn futures were down 1 ¾ to 4 ¼ cents across the board on thursday, as pressure pushed the market lower into the close. the cmdtyview national average cash corn price was down 3 1/4 cent to .22 1/2. usda’s export sales data showed 2.125 mmt in old cr
Tag: Stocks USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

India Inc's foreign investments more than double in April

Indian companies significantly boosted overseas investments in april. direct investments surged to .37 billion, more than doubling from march. equity investments led this growth. coforge was a major investor, with other companies like lupin and wingify s
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

India’s peak power demand hits 271 GW, breaks record for fourth straight day

India's peak power demand neared 271 gw on thursday, a significant increase driven by intense heat. this marks the fourth consecutive day of record demand. thermal power met over 62% of the need, with coal supplies monitored. the ministry is assessing tren
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

LIC profit rises 23% in March quarter on all-round show

Life insurance corp announced a strong march quarter profit, up 23% to ?23,467 crore. this growth was fueled by increased premiums and investment income. for the full year, profit after tax rose 19%. the company anticipates geopolitical tensions may affect
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Stocks Rebound as Crude Oil Falls on Hopes for a US-Iran Deal

The s&p 500 index ($spx ) (spy ) on thursday closed up +0.17%, the dow jones industrial average ($dowi ) (dia ) closed up +0.55%, and the nasdaq 100 index ($iuxx ) (qqq ) closed up +0.20%. june e-mini s&p futures (esm26 ) rose +0.18%, and june e-mini nasd
Tag: Stocks USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

US stocks today: S&P 500 rises on Mideast peace hopes as oil prices dip

Us stocks ended slightly higher as markets reacted to mixed corporate earnings and shifting geopolitical signals around iran peace talks. s&p 500 and dow rose, while nvidia and walmart fell on cautious outlooks. quantum computing stocks surged after ma
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Govt's credit guarantee to reduce MSME bad loan risks for banks

The government's emergency credit line guarantee scheme 5.0 is set to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises. experts believe this initiative will help banks avoid a rise in bad loans. the scheme aims to provide guaranteed credit, easing financial st
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Multi-asset funds reward tactical bets amid volatile market

Multi-asset allocation funds, once seen as a guaranteed win, showed a wide performance range last year, from 3.3% to 24.6%. investors flocked to these funds as volatile markets made asset allocation challenging, with top performers favoring gold and silve
Tag: Mutual Fund India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Central Bank of India 'blessed' with liquidity, now we are building the capability to deploy it better: CMD Kalyan Kumar

Central bank of india is set to expand its services with new initiatives including launching credit cards and a wealth management business. the bank will also open a branch in gift city. these moves aim to drive business growth and strengthen its market po
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Indian bonds end volatile session lower as rate hike bets rise

Indian bonds experienced a downturn as reports surfaced of the reserve bank of india considering interest rate hikes to bolster the rupee. this potential policy tightening overshadowed softer oil prices and liquidity measures. the rupee's recent slide, exa
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

As competition hots up, consumer brands step up Q-Comm spends for better screen presence

Consumer brands are significantly increasing spending on quick commerce platforms for premium listings and enhanced seo to combat rising competition. this strategy aims for immediate, high returns, with companies like dabur and amul reporting substantial g
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Central Bank of India 'blessed' with liquidity, now we are building the capability to deploy it better: CMD Kalyan Kumar

Central bank of india is set to expand its services with new initiatives including launching credit cards and a wealth management business. the bank will also open a branch in gift city. these moves aim to drive business growth and strengthen its market po
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Govt's credit guarantee to reduce MSME bad loan risks for banks

The government's emergency credit line guarantee scheme 5.0 is set to bolster micro, small, and medium enterprises. experts believe this initiative will help banks avoid a rise in bad loans. the scheme aims to provide guaranteed credit, easing financial st
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Foreign investors continue to pull out from financials in first half of May

Foreign investors continued to divest from indian financials in early may, withdrawing ?17,960 crore due to concerns over tighter banking margins and lower appeal compared to other emerging markets. overall outflows reached ?38,443 crore across 19 sectors,
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Govt AGR relief, fresh funding fuel 61% rally in Vodafone Idea stock since April

Vodafone idea shares are soaring, hitting a 52-week high. government relief on dues and promoter funding are boosting the stock. operational improvements show narrowing losses and rising average revenue per user. the company is working to rebuild its subsc
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Sebi proposes tweaks to price discovery for IPOs, re-listing

Sebi is proposing changes to the price discovery process for ipos and re-listed shares due to concerns about artificially suppressed prices. the regulator plans to alter the pre-open call auction, introducing a new base price methodology and a more dynamic
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Corn Holding Steady at Midday

Corn futures are trading with contracts steady to fractionally higher on thursday. the cmdtyview national average cash corn price is up 3/4 cent to .26 1/2. usda’s export sales data showed 2.125 mmt in old crop corn business, which exceeded the 0.8-1.6
Tag: Stocks USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Singapore Sock Market May Extend Thursday's Gains

(rttnews) - the singapore stock market inched higher again on thursday, one day after ending the two-day winning streak in which it had jumped more than 80 points or 1.6 percent. the straits times index now rests just beneath the 5,050-point plateau and it
Tag: Stock Market USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

US to invest billion in IBM, other quantum computing firms

Us government will invest billion in nine quantum computing firms, including ibm’s new chip venture anderon, to strengthen america’s lead in advanced computing and counter china. ibm gets billion, globalfoundries 5 million, while smaller firms lik
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

JioStar raises damages claim against Zee to .1 billion

Jiostar has raised its damages claim against zee entertainment enterprises to over a billion dollars. the dispute involves a cricket broadcasting rights agreement. this alliance collapsed after a proposed merger failed. zee is filing its defense. jiostar h
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Why Salesforce Stock Slumped Today

Key pointshe maintained his neutral recommendation, which didn't help sentiment on the stock.
Tag: Stock Market USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Airtel’s new priority plan under govt lens

Indian authorities are scrutinizing airtel's new priority postpaid service. the telecom regulatory authority of india and the government are checking if the service, which uses network slicing, adheres to net neutrality rules. they aim to ensure prepaid us
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session

Indian markets experienced a volatile trading session on thursday, opening higher but succumbing to profit booking and closing lower. analysts emphasize the need for sustained movement above resistance zones for recovery, while support levels are crucial f
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Soybeans Face Pressure on Thursday

Soybeans posted thursday losses of 1 ¼ to 6 ¾ cents across the board at the close. the cmdtyview national average cash bean price was down 6 1/2 cents at .30 1/2. soymeal futures were down .30 to .80 on the day, with soy oil futures 19 to 79 points.
Tag: Stocks USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Vedanta Resources looking to rejig .5 bn holdco debt in one go

Anil agarwal's vedanta resources ltd is in talks with global banks to refinance its .25-5.5 billion debt. the company aims to raise .5-3.7 billion through 10-year bonds and .5-1.7 billion via five-year loans. this move seeks to better align debt repa
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Cigarette business weakness drags ITC margins in March quarter

Itc's cigarette business saw lower profits in the march quarter due to increased taxes. while other areas like fmcg improved, they could not fully compensate. the company is adjusting prices and products to protect its market share. however, higher taxes m
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

ICMR replaces old system with single window approval for medical studies

The indian council of medical research has introduced a unified ethics approval process for multicentre medical studies, replacing the previous fragmented, site-by-site system. this significant reform aims to expedite research timelines, reduce costs, and
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Unified medical, engineering exam on table, parliamentary panel told

A unified entrance examination for engineering and medical courses is being considered. this common test could replace jee and neet. mps support a unified framework with separate sections for engineering and medical aspirants. the government is also review
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Stocks in news: ITC, LIC, Sun Pharma, Maruti Suzuki, Fino Payments Bank

Benchmark indices experienced a negative close on thursday, marked by volatile trade and profit booking. analysts anticipate the nifty to continue its consolidation between 23,200 and 23,900. several companies, including itc, lic, sun pharma, maruti suzuki
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Cattle Falling on Thursday, with Feeders Falling the Limit

Live cattle futures are to .90 across most contracts on thursday. cash trade has been limited so far this week with a few 0 sales in ks and 5 in the north. the thursday fed cattle exchange online auction showed no sales on the 652 head offered,
Tag: Stocks USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

More RWAs may find their place in the Sun as govt looks to scale rooftop solar installations

As part of a nationwide strategy to enhance rooftop solar energy deployment, resident welfare associations are emerging as crucial allies for the government. the pm surya ghar muft bijli yojana is specifically designed to cater to apartment complexes and c
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Automakers remodel supply chain strategy

Indian carmakers are shifting from a 'just-in-time' to a 'just-in-case' inventory strategy, stocking critical auto components for three to six months instead of the previous 30-45 days. this change is a direct response to persistent supply-chain disruption
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Venezuela third largest supplier of crude to India in May

India's crude oil imports see a significant shift this may. venezuela has become the third-largest supplier, surpassing saudi arabia and the us. this surge is due to indian refiners, like reliance industries, buying more of venezuela's cost-effective, heav
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Efforts being made to ensure adequate fuel supply at petrol pumps, says govt official

State-run fuel stations are seeing increased demand. this is happening because private companies have raised prices significantly. bulk consumers are also buying fuel at retail outlets. this shift is causing shortages at some stations. the government is wo
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Cattle Face Limit Losses in Feeders on Thursday

Live cattle futures fell .35 to .95 lower into the thursday close. cash trade has been limited so far this week with a few 0 sales in ks and 5 in the north. the thursday fed cattle exchange online auction showed no sales on the 652 head offered,
Tag: Stocks USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Banks casual in granting big loans, strict with small borrowers: SC

The supreme court has noted a troubling trend where banks like state bank of india are casual in sanctioning large corporate loans. however, they impose difficult conditions on ordinary citizens seeking small personal loans. the court suggested the governm
Tag: Industry India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Rupee moves up after 10 days on likely RBI intervention

The indian rupee saw its steepest gains in two weeks, rebounding against the dollar after significant central bank interventions. talk of potential interest rate hikes also bolstered the currency, making it the strongest asian performer. despite underlying
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-22

Capital Infra Trust to distribute Rs 436 cr to unitholders in FY26

Capital infra trust declared a total distribution of rs 436 crore to unitholders for the last fiscal, including rs 117.97 crore for the fourth quarter. the infrastructure investment trust, sponsored by gawar construction ltd., saw its aum increase by 42% t
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Nykaa Q4 Results: Cons profit surges 286% YoY to Rs 78 crore, revenue rises 28%

Fsn e-commerce ventures, nykaa's parent company, reported a significant 286% year-on-year surge in net profit to rs 78 crore for the march-ended quarter of fy2026. revenue from operations also climbed 28% to rs 2,648 crore. for the full fiscal year, net pr
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

ITC Q4 Results: Profit rises 5% YoY to Rs 5,113 crore; Rs 8/share dividend declared

Itc reported a 5% year-on-year growth in its standalone net profit to rs 5,113 crore for the march-ended quarter. revenue from operations rose 17% yoy to rs 21,695 crore, driven by a significant increase in excise duty on cigarettes. the company also recom
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Rupee shored up by firm central bank intervention, but oil risks linger

The indian rupee strengthened on thursday, marking its first gain in two weeks, following aggressive intervention by the central bank through dollar sales. a media report suggesting potential policy options, including an interest rate hike, also supported
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Tata Sons IPO: Why former Tata veteran Soonawala is warning against listing the conglomerate

A former tata sons executive opposes a public listing. he believes an ipo could change the group's structure and social mission. listing might create pressure for quick profits, impacting long-term investments. tata sons faces regulatory pressure to list d
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

LIC Q4 Results: Profit rises 23% YoY to Rs 23,467 crore; co declares Rs 10 per share dividend

Lic q4 results: state-owned life ?insurance corp (lic) reported ?a ?23% year-on-year (yoy) growth ?in its consolidated net profit at rs 23,467 crore in the fourth quarter of fy26, compared with rs 19,039 crore in the last-year period.
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Nifty to trade in 28,000–30,000 range in FY27 led by earnings: Smallcase managers

Smallcase managers remain optimistic on india’s equity markets despite the nifty declining over 9% this year, projecting the benchmark index to reach the 28,000–30,000 range by the end of fy27. they expect future market gains to be driven by earnings growt
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

ITC announces final dividend of Rs 8/share. Check record date and other details

Excerpt: itc limited’s board has recommended a final dividend of rs 8 per share for fy26, with may 27 set as the record date. alongside an interim payout, total dividend stands at rs 14.50 per share. the fmcg major also reported a 5% rise in q4 net profit
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Market wrap: Sensex slips 1% from intraday high, Nifty closes near 23,650 as bond yields rise

Indian stock markets closed lower on thursday. the sensex and nifty slipped from intraday highs due to expiry day volatility. rising bond yields and foreign institutional investor selling also impacted trading. despite some intraday recovery, markets ended
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Sun Pharma Q4 Preview: Can Unloxcyt and speciality drugs help pharma major deliver another strong quarter?

Sun pharma is expected to post double-digit revenue growth in q4fy26, driven by strong performance across speciality drugs, domestic formulations, and emerging markets. brokerages highlight us portfolio strength, new launches like unloxcyt, and a steady ma
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

US Stock Market Today | Dow Jones | Nasdaq Highlights: S&P 500 rises on Mideast peace hopes as oil prices dip

Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Bull of the Day: Credo Technology Group (CRDO)

This connectivity company is cashing in on the ai boom.
Tag: Stock Investment USA    Source: nasdaq.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Embassy Developments posts Rs 323 cr net loss in Mar quarter

Its total income fell to rs 407.20 crore in the fourth quarter of 2025-26 fiscal from rs 1,182.61 crore in the corresponding period of the preceding year, according to a regulatory filing on wednesday.
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Forget stocks, you can now profit from Mumbai rains! Here's how NCDEX's unique weather futures work

Ncdex has launched india’s first exchange-traded weather derivative contract, rainmumbai, allowing traders and businesses to hedge against rainfall variability during the monsoon season. the contract is linked to mumbai rainfall deviation data from imd and
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

Over 15 MF schemes cut exposure to these 10 stocks in April ’26. Do you own any?

Over 15 mutual fund schemes trimmed stakes in 10 major stocks in april 2026, signalling growing caution as market volatility and geopolitical risks rise.
Tag: Share Markets India    Source: indiatimes.com   Dated: 2026-05-21

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