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Sabyasachi is celebrating 25 years of his label. He reflects on his journey building an Indian luxury brand. He discusses fashion's elitist past and present. He emphasizes integrity, creativity, and product quality. Sabyasachi highlights the importance of human connection and craft. He envisions a future where humanity is valued.
Is an oil shock on its way? 14 stocks to watch carefully if the Iran-Israel conflict leads to a sustained rise in crude oil prices
If there is one thing the Indian economy does not like, it is rising crude oil prices. According to one estimate, a $10 increase in oil price leads to a 30 basis point increase in consumer price inflation. It also has an indirect impact. There are companies which have strong co-relation with crude oil prices. The moment crude oil prices rise, their raw material costs go up. In very few cases, they are able to pass this increase on to customers; but most have to bear the brunt of rising raw material prices. Which means that their margins get impacted.
Bajaj Finserv appoints Kotak's veteran fund manager Lakshmi Iyer as President of Investments
Bajaj Finserv Ltd has named Lakshmi Iyer as Group President of Investments, effective August 1, 2025. With 27 years in financial services, she was formerly CEO of Investments and Strategy at Kotak Mahindra Bank. An NMIMS alumna, she succeeds Purav Jhaveri, who has led the role since 2020 and previously worked with Franklin Templeton Investments, USA.
Why India is emerging as the ideal hub for GBS and GCCs
India has evolved into a global epicenter for Global Business Services (GBS) and Global Capability Centers (GCCs), transitioning from cost-saving offshore centers to strategic innovation hubs. This shift is reshaping the global business landscape, with GCCs driving digital transformation and operational excellence for multinational corporations.
Trump’s China gambit belies rocky road ahead on tariff deals
With tariff deadlines looming, US President Trump is scrambling to secure trade deals, marked by a recent call with China's Xi Jinping amidst ongoing disputes. Negotiations with India and Japan face hurdles, complicated by legal challenges to Trump's tariff powers. Despite some progress with China on rare-earth minerals, significant gaps remain, highlighting the complexities of Trump's transactional approach to trade.
Oil edges down as potential higher OPEC+ output eyed
Oil prices experienced a slight dip as investors anticipated a potential increase in crude oil output from OPEC+ during their upcoming meeting. The group is expected to finalize July output, potentially increasing production by 411,000 barrels per day. Trade talk extensions between the U.S. and EU provided some support, while the possibility of failed U.S.
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Oil climbs after Trump extends EU trade talks deadline to July
Oil prices saw a rise in early Asian trade. This happened after US President Donald Trump extended the trade talk deadline with the European Union. Concerns about US tariffs on the EU have eased. Limited progress in US-Iran nuclear talks also helped. US firms cut operating oil rigs due to lower prices. OPEC+ may increase output next month.
Target shares fall 7% after co cuts annual forecasts as tariff pressure mounts, demand slows further
Target slashed its annual sales forecast on Wednesday after posting a sharp fall in quarterly same-store sales, attributing the declines to weakened consumer confidence and a pullback in discretionary spending due to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff war.
India becomes chair of Asian Productivity Organization for 2025–26: Govt
India has officially taken over the chairmanship of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) for 2025-26, as announced by the commerce and industry ministry. During a meeting in Jakarta, DPIIT emphasized regional collaboration for digital transformation, sustainability, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Over 100 Indian professionals engage in APO capacity-building initiatives annually, significantly improving productivity across various sectors in India.
Market Wrap: Realty, pharma, financial services stocks lift D-Street; Sensex rises 410 points, Nifty above 24,800
Nifty and Sensex gave up on their early gains on Wednesday, but managed to close slightly higher, pushed by gains from realty, financial services (ex-banks) and pharmaceutical stocks.
India story: Time for a basket of stocks? 26 stocks which probably have highest correlation with India’s growth
If probability is the most important thing in the stock market, then possibility is a close second. And a combination of the two reflects the reality of returns. That said, if you are in the market as an investor, you have to be a believer in the India story. As an economy, India is bound to grow. And as it grows, which are the stocks that will reflect that growth story? A whole basket of them. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks, along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardized scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
Central and South Asia: Steps to restore forgotten ties
The Termez Dialogue fosters connectivity between Central and South Asia, focusing on peace, friendship, and prosperity. It highlights historical ties, trade routes, and cultural exchanges, addressing challenges to regional stability. The platform aims to strengthen cooperation in education, science, technology, and security, promoting sustainable development and regional integration.
Scrap copper was piling up in the US. Now it can finally move
US and China trade war caused chaos in the copper scrap industry. A mountain of scrap metal piled up in Salt Lake City. The truce between the two countries offers a temporary solution. US dealers are eager to resume shipments. However, skepticism remains about a lasting deal. The situation highlights the complex impact of tariffs on global supply chains.
India sees a future making solar panels for itself, and maybe the world
India is strategically positioning itself as a clean energy manufacturing hub, aiming to reduce reliance on China and capitalize on global supply chain diversification. Driven by domestic demand and government incentives, India is expanding its solar and EV battery production.
Q4 results this week: L&T, Titan, M&M, Asian Paints, Paytm, Swiggy among 77 companies to announce earnings
Indian equity markets ended higher for the week, with the Sensex up 1.6% and Nifty gaining 1.3%, led by largecaps. Smallcaps lagged amid rising volatility. Key triggers ahead include the US Fed rate decision, Q4 results from SBI and Kotak Bank, India-Pakistan border tensions, and crude price swings. FIIs remained net buyers and the Rupee appreciated past 84/USD.
Oil prices fall as trade war concerns dampen demand outlook
Brent crude futures fell by 17 cents, or 0.26%, to $64.08 per barrel by 0015 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures dropped 12 cents, or 0.2%, to $60.3 a barrel. Both benchmarks posted their lowest settlement prices since April 10 in the previous session.
Oil falls as economic jitters dampen demand outlook
Crude oil prices experienced a decline in early Asian trading due to investor concerns about demand growth amid the ongoing U.S.-China trade war. Economists fear a potential global recession driven by tariffs, leading to lowered oil demand and price forecasts. Increased output from OPEC+ nations and rising U.S. crude oil stockpiles further contribute to the downward pressure on prices.
Thanks to Trump, Chinese firms are warming up to India
Chinese companies are now more open to diluting stakes in favour of Indian entities due to Trump's tariffs. Reliance Industries is a key contender for a stake in Haier India. Shanghai Highly Group has revived talks with Tata-owned Voltas for a joint venture. India may limit Chinese companies to a 10% equity investment in electronics joint ventures.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and return potential of more than 34% in 1 year
As volatility increases on the street, you will hear talk of the Nifty getting support at XYZ or some other level. This is where investors need to be cautious. The reason is simple: The bottom line and earnings of companies are not impacted by where the Nifty is trading. It is impacted by what is happening in their sectors. And you can get a fair idea of what is happening in a sector from what the management says in its con-calls after the quarterly earnings. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of more than 49% in 1 year
The way the street has reacted to early Q4 results, it appears that the market has priced in some of the numbers. So, it is probably time to be bullish, but also very selective. There is, however, a caveat. Global developments can still play spoilsport and cause the market to come under pressure. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Charting the global economy: ECB cuts rates while Canada holds
Globally, the WTO forecasts a decline in merchandise trade due to rising tariffs.
Washington takes aim at DeepSeek and its American chip supplier, Nvidia
The attacks on DeepSeek and Nvidia are an outgrowth of fear in Washington that China could leapfrog the United States in AI, which would have wide-ranging implications for national security and geopolitics. If China took the lead, it could more quickly use AI systems to design next-generation weapons such as autonomous missiles and drones.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 30%
As the dollar index declines, most emerging markets are seeing some sort of a bounce-back. While there is nothing wrong in changing your stance from bearish to neutral, it would be better to be wary of some of the street narratives which are likely to come, one of them being about the paint industry. Also, because there is a fair amount of uncertainty for companies that have relationships with global trade, either as exporters or needing raw material from other countries, it would be better to stick to ones that are focused on the domestic market.
Kazakhstan's oil output down in early April, still above OPEC+ quota, source says
Kazakhstan's oil output experienced a decrease in early April compared to the March average, primarily due to reduced production at the Tengiz field. Despite this decline, the country's output remains above its OPEC+ quota, a point of contention with other members like Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, CPC oil exports saw a slight increase in March despite challenges with pipeline operations.
A problem called dumping: 21 stocks from chemical & specialty chemical sector that may face business trouble in coming months
Global stock markets, including India, are focused on tariffs. Which is probably why we are missing a bigger and more immediate threat: Dumping. While the threat of dumping is omnipresent for Indian manufacturers, it is more acute in some sectors. Mind you, this is not about the possibility of dumping. It is about its certainty. There will be dumping of different products. The reason is simple: Domestic use of those products is limited in China. If they cannot export them to the US or other countries due to tariffs, they will have to dump them somewhere. Anti-dumping duties may seem like an antidote, but it is not as easy as it sounds.
'Bingo hopper or...': Jimmy Kimmel's scathing take on Trump's tariff madness as trade war with China escalates
Jimmy Kimmel criticized Donald Trump's escalating tariffs on Chinese imports, mocking the erratic increases from 20% to 145%. These tariffs, aimed at addressing unfair trade practices, could end the era of cheap consumer goods in the U.S. Experts warn of potential economic consequences, including reduced growth and rising inflation, as American consumers face higher prices and altered supply chains.
How India can boost manufacturing & exports amidst global tariff changes to create jobs
India aims to boost manufacturing and exports, capitalizing on US tariffs on China to enhance its export-to-GDP ratio. Key sectors like electronics, machinery, and pharmaceuticals offer significant growth potential, alongside textiles and labor-intensive goods. By integrating into global supply chains and leveraging competitive tariffs, India can foster job creation and economic expansion, while carefully monitoring competition from other nations.
Aramco cuts oil prices for big buyers in Asia
While the large reduction comes on the back of some of the kingdom's biggest price increases in years, the move was still bigger than expected in a survey of traders and refiners. It follows an OPEC+ output increase that delegates privately said was intended to instill better discipline among members like Kazakhstan and Iraq.
Govt notifies procedure for export of certified organic products
The Indian government has mandated certification under the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) for the export of organic products to ensure adherence to specific standards. With a target of USD 2 billion in exports by 2030, standards ensure product authenticity and quality, promoting exports to various global markets.
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