GIFT Nifty indicated that Indian equity indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 may see a positive opening on Tuesday. Here’s a look at the key stocks to watch in trade. Stocks in Focus: GIFT Nifty was trading 48 points or 0.20% higher at 23,787 indicating a higher start for domestic indices NSE Nifty 50
The GST Council’s decision to retrospectively amend the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act to restrict input tax credit (ITC) on construction services for commercial real estate such as malls, shops, etc, for leasing could push project costs and increase rents, said experts. Developers could also move court against the amendment, experts added. In
For analysts, investors and stakeholders, the country’s Rs 5-lakh-crore FMCG market has been a dependable industry that delivers consistent returns year after year. The year ending 2024, however, saw the ‘defensive’ FMCG market crack open as demand challenges, notably, in urban areas, hurt overall growth rates. This is even as rural areas saw a revival
Travel tech company Oyo on Monday said it has completed the acquisition of US-based G6 Hospitality from Blackstone for $525 million. The all-cash deal was initially announced in September. G6 Hospitality is an economy lodging franchisor and the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands. With this acquisition, Oyo will get around 1,500
Silectric Semiconductor Manufacturing, a venture backed by Chennai-based Zoho Corp, will invest Rs 3,425.6 crore to set up a manufacturing unit in Karnataka’s electronics manufacturing cluster at Kochanahalli, Mysuru. The project is expected to create 460 jobs. Also ReadFlying High: Adani Group to acquire 85.8% stake in Air Works for Rs 400 crore This investment
ReNew Energy Global on Monday said it has sold its 300 MW solar project in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, at an enterprise valuation of $176 million (nearly Rs 1,500 crore) to Anzen Energy Yield Plus Trust. The project has been operational for three years. The tariff for the 25-year power purchase agreement is Rs 2.55/unit. Additional $17
Upskilling platform Simplilearn reduced its net losses by 56% to Rs 106.7 crore in FY24 from Rs 244.2 crore in FY23. Revenue from operations grew 9.6% to Rs 749.77 crore in FY24, from Rs 683.98 crore in FY23, according to financial statements filed with Registrar of Companies. The revenue growth came primarily from online self-learning
Rising raw material costs across the commodity spectrum may compel fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies to hike prices, a standard response during inflationary cycles. However, the situation is more complex this time. Commodity inflation has emerged at an inopportune moment for FMCG firms. Urban demand remains weak, while rural markets are only beginning to recover.
8th Pay Commission: The salary structure for central government employees in India has evolved significantly over the years — from Rs 55 per month in 1946 to Rs 18,000 per month currently. Various pay panels recommended salary and pension hikes periodically, taking into consideration various economic factors from time to time. Each Pay Commission aimed
Tax-Saver Fixed Deposits (FDs), Equity Linked Saving Schemes (ELSS), and the National Savings Certificate (NSC) are among the most popular tax-saving investment options under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Assesses opting for the Old Tax Regime can claim deductions of up to Rs 1.50 lakh on these investments, making them an essential part of
The government has invited applications for the position of chairperson at the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) as the tenure of the current chairman, Debasish Panda, will conclude on March 13, 2025. The deadline for the submission of applications is April 6, per the notification from the Department of Financial Services, Ministry
The cement industry will look at a robust revival in 2025 with expectations of improvement in sales realisation, higher margins and acceleration in demand. Most brokerage reports indicate that pent-up demand, renewed capex pus, and sustained momentum in the housing sector are going to drive up demand. The fact that cement prices too are holding
The difficulties for Bhavish Aggarwal seem to be growing as he expands stores. Ola Electric’s share price plunged 4.4% intra-day to Rs 54.03. This is after the company came under scrutiny over reportedly not having a trade certificate for dealerships. Ola Electric’s dealership stores were raided by transport authorities across different states, showrooms were closed