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Economic Survey 2025-26: 'Frequent policy changes at export front disrupt supply chains; markets once lost hard to regain'
It is possible to stabilise domestic availability and prices while enabling farmers to tap global markets for better incomes, the Survey noted
Snap doubles down on smart glasses with new independent unit
Known for its Snapchat messaging app and animated filters, Snap has been doubling down on AR
Q4 earnings, Budget and trade deals seen as key market triggers: Aman Chowhan
Indian markets are waiting for a boost as recent earnings met expectations but did not attract foreign investors. The upcoming March quarter earnings will be crucial for growth trends. The Union Budget and global trade talks are also key factors. Midcap stocks are showing improved risk-reward. Sectors like pharma, chemicals, and export-oriented companies are poised for growth.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2025-26 in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
The survey is tabled ahead of the Union Budget and presents a backdrop for the policy actions to be taken in the next financial year
Meta Set To Roll Out Subscriptions On Instagram, Facebook And WhatsApp: What This Means
Meta is preparing a major change across Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, and it may affect how users access key features. The post Meta Set To Roll Out Subscriptions On Instagram, Facebook And WhatsApp: What This Means appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
PS Plus Monthly Games for February Announced: Undisputed, Subnautica: Below Zero, Ultros and Ace Combat 7
Sony has revealed the PS Plus monthly free games for February. Next month's PS Plus Essential lineup includes boxing title Undisputed; survival action-adventure Subnautica: Below Zero; Metroidvania title Ultros, and combat flight sim Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown. All four games will be added to PS Plus on February 3.
Canara Bank Q3 Results: Profit rises 26% YoY to Rs 5,155 crore; NII up 1%
Canara Bank Q3 Results: Canara Bank posted a strong operational performance in the quarter, with operating profit rising 16% year-on-year to Rs 9,119 crore. Business growth remained healthy, as global business, deposits and advances each grew 13%. Credit expansion was driven by retail, agriculture and MSME segments, with retail loans up 31%.
Economic Survey 2025-26: Ongoing trade talks with U.S. expected to conclude during the year
The global conditions translate into external uncertainties rather than immediate macroeconomic stress, the survey said
ABB gives confident outlook for 2026, launches $2 billion buyback
Swiss engineering group ABB reported fourth-quarter earnings exceeding forecasts and announced a new $2 billion share buyback, expressing confidence for 2026. The company is benefiting from the AI boom, strong demand in rail and marine sectors, and achieved record full-year orders and revenue. ABB aims for further growth and margin improvement by 2026.
Realme Buds Clip Launched in India With Open-Ear Design, IP55 Rating: Price, Features
Realme Buds Clip has launched in India alongside the Realme P4 Power 5G. The open-ear earbuds feature an IP55 rating, 11mm dual-magnet drivers, 3D spatial audio, AI-backed ENC, and up to 45ms low latency. They support Bluetooth 5.4, dual-device pairing, and an AI Translator for 30+ languages. Battery life is rated at up to 36 hours with the case. Priced at Rs. 5,999, they will sell at Rs. 5,499 during a limited launch offer.
Microsoft shares fall 6% in Frankfurt after results
Microsoft shares slid over 6% in Frankfurt after record AI spending and slower-than-expected cloud growth rattled investors.
Indonesia financial regulator says it will impose 15% stock free float requirement
Indonesia's financial watchdog is boosting the free float requirement for listed companies to 15% to address MSCI's transparency concerns, which triggered significant market sell-offs. The Financial Services Authority is also enhancing supervision timeliness and effectiveness. Authorities view MSCI's feedback positively and are awaiting a response to proposed solutions, aiming for resolution by March.
Japan's short-dated bonds fall on Fed hold; superlong bonds gain
Japanese government bonds showed mixed movements on Thursday, with shorter-dated notes declining in line with U.S. peers. Longer-dated securities, however, continued to benefit from strong demand at a recent 40-year JGB auction. Investors remain cautious about potential fiscal stimulus following upcoming snap elections.
Realty stocks tumble up to 28% in January ahead of Budget’ 26; can sops lift the laggards?
Within these five years, January 2025 marked the sector’s steepest decline, as the Nifty Realty index plunged 12.45%. Other years were also weak, with declines of 4.69% in 2023, 0.81% in 2022, and 2.61% in 2021. The lone outlier was 2024, when the index posted gains of over 9%.
Realme P4 Power 5G Launched in India With 10,001mAh Battery, 50-Megapixel Primary Camera: Price, Specifications
Realme P4 Power 5G has been launched in India. The new Realme P4 series smartphone boasts a 10,001mAh silicon carbon Titan Battery, which is claimed to offer up to 932.6 hours of standby on a single charge. The handset is powered by a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset, paired with a HyperVision+ AI chip. It will be available for purchase in the country via Flipkart in TransSilver, TransOrange, and TransBlue colour options. Realme’s P4 Power 5G carries a dual rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel main shooter.
Snap Forms New Subsidiary Specs Inc. to Lead Consumer Smart Glasses Push
Snap announced the creation of Specs Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the parent company, on Wednesday. The Santa Monica, California-based company said that Specs Inc. will focus on the augmented reality (AR) smart glasses division and grow as a distinct brand. The timing of the development is interesting, given that the parent company is also gearing up to launch the first consumer-focused smart glasses dubbed Specs.
Sony WF-1000XM6 Tipped to Launch With New 'Sandpink' Colour Option
Sony’s upcoming WF-1000XM6 earbuds may debut with more colour options than expected, according to a leak from tipster Roland Quandt on Bluesky. Sony is said to be planning a new Sandpink variant at launch, departing from its usual two-colour release strategy. While the design remains unknown, reports suggest a possible February 12 launch with premium pricing. The WF-1000XM6 is expected to build on the WF-1000XM5’s features, including advanced noise cancellation, multiple audio codecs, and strong battery life.
Balu Forge Industries shares hit 10% upper circuit. Here’s what’s behind the surge
Balu Forge Industries shares surged significantly after its formal induction into the NATO supply chain. The company will now manufacture and supply critical defence components, including artillery shell bodies, to NATO member states. This strategic milestone positions Balu Forge at the forefront of the alliance's industrial efforts.
Bitcoin holds near $88,000 as Fed pause, weak ETF flows weigh on $2.98T crypto market
Bitcoin hovered near $88,000 after the Fed held rates steady, with macro caution and weak ETF flows weighing on the market, pushing the global crypto market cap to $2.98 trillion. In the last 24 hours, Bitcoin fell 0.9%, and Ethereum dropped 1.59%.
Budget 2026 | Permanent Establishment risk: Why India should move toward a more transparent, rules-based system
With the Union Budget 2026–27 approaching, there is an opportunity to elevate this issue within a broader policy dialogue. While PE and tax treaty interpretation do not sit squarely within annual budget proposals, a clear policy signal can materially improve investor confidence, notes Rajendra Nayak, Tax Partner at EY India.
Tips Music Eyes Shift From Flat Licensing Fees to Revenue Share on YouTube Shorts
Tips Music is rethinking how it gets paid from YouTube Shorts. The company’s latest strategy could hint at a bigger industry trend. The post Tips Music Eyes Shift From Flat Licensing Fees to Revenue Share on YouTube Shorts appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
11:11 | Economic Survey to set the tone for Budget 2026 as markets, geopolitics and AI stay in focus
In 11:11 today, we tracks the key themes in Economic Survey, Ajit Pawar’s final rites in Baramati, how Washington plans to ringfence Venezuela’s oil money, big-ticket AI bets, and the market moves you need to know.
Bumble, Match, Panera Bread and CrunchBase hit by cyberattacks: Report
Bumble, Match Group , and CrunchBase were hit by cyberattacks, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday