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Budget 2026 Expectations LIVE: Will Sitharaman's Union Budget Give Income Tax Relief To Taxpayers?
Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1 amid global economic challenges, with focus on tax relief, MSMEs, green energy, & India USA trade deal negotiations
India–EU FTA: New Delhi likely to cut car import tariffs from 110% to 40% - report
India is set to significantly slash import duties on European cars, potentially to 40% from over 100%, as a free trade agreement with the EU nears conclusion. This move opens India's auto market, benefiting European brands like BMW and Volkswagen, while protecting domestic electric vehicle production initially. The deal aims to boost trade and diversify supply chains.
Marico to acquire 4700BC parent Zea Maisie from PVR INOX for ₹227 crore
PVR INOX has entered into definitive agreements for the transfer of the said equity shares to Marico Ltd, the Board said
Rupee may stay under pressure in the short term, but medium-term outlook better: Abhishek Goenka
The rupee may remain under pressure near 92 per dollar due to weak capital inflows, exporter stress and a rising current account deficit, says IFA Global’s Abhishek Goenka. However, he expects improvement in FY27 with the rupee averaging below 90, aided by valuation support, selective RBI intervention, stable inflation and potential trade deal triggers.
How Solo GPs Are Writing The Next Wave Of Capital Management In India
For years, institutional venture capital, with its large teams, multi-partner consensus, and standardised processes, has defined how early-stage capital gets…
India set for earnings-led comeback in 2026, foreign flows may return, says Timothy Moe of Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs’ Timothy Moe expects India to stage an earnings-led comeback in 2026, with MSCI India earnings growth seen at 15%. Valuations are expensive but defensible, limiting upside from re-rating. A recovery in earnings, domestic consumption, financials and policy support could help revive foreign investor interest later in the year.
Union Budget expectations, Q3 earnings, 6 other factors that may shape this week’s action on D-St
The sell-off was broad-based, with all sectoral indices finishing lower and midcap and smallcap stocks seeing notable wealth erosion.
Budget 2026: What can FM do for the next phase of tax simplification; check top income tax expectations
Budget 2026: Last year’s Budget delivered meaningful tax relief through revisions in personal income-tax slabs and enhancement of the Section 87A rebate.
Gold back in limelight: What’s powering the move toward $5,000 and what comes next
The recent rally in global gold prices reflects a powerful convergence of geopolitical frictions, trade-policy uncertainty, and a visible shift in investor appetite away from U.S. assets.
Pre-Budget volatility clouds Nifty, Kalyan Jewellers may see relief rally, says Anand James
Anand James, Chief Market Strategist at Geojit Investments Limited, shares his view on Nifty’s fragile technical setup, the likelihood of heightened volatility around the Budget, and whether oversold stocks like Kalyan Jewellers are poised for a relief rally.
Budget 2026: Why market may shift from broad rallies to stock-specific bets
A key shift we expect is transition in policy emphasis from stimulating consumption to enabling production, reflecting a broader economic pivot from a ‘Buy India’ approach to a ‘Build India’ agenda.
Stock market holiday: Are Sensex, Nifty open for trading on January 26?
Indian stock and commodity markets were closed on January 26 for Republic Day, marking the second holiday of 2026. Trading will resume on January 27. A total of 16 market holidays are scheduled for 2026, including national and religious observances.
Oil holds onto gains as Iran keeps investors on edge
Oil prices extended gains on Monday after climbing more than 2% in the previous session, as tensions between the U.S. and Iran kept investors on edge even after Kazakhstan's main export pipeline resumed full operations.
Budget & ESOP Clarity, Funding Rundown & More
Wishing you a happy Republic Day from everyone at Inc42! ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Budget 2026: Startup Tax Clarity? Indian startups are entering…
Samsung Nears Nvidia’s Approval for Key HBM4 AI Memory Chips
Samsung Electronics Co. is getting close to securing certification from Nvidia Corp. for the latest version of its AI memory chip, called HBM4, making progress in narrowing the gap with rival SK Hynix Inc.
Why Indianising foreign cuisine is unnecessary
Lastly, American rock climber Alex Honnold has proved that “time is finite”, as he climbed one of Asia’s tallest skyscrapers without ropes or a harness on Sunday, fulfilling an ambition that began more than a decade ago!
Republic Day 2026: The Indian startups building strategic tech for the world
As India marks its 77th Republic Day, here are five such startups that are shaping the country’s strategic future while contributing to global technology progress.
California Burrito’s Mueller on growth, being an ‘American Marwadi’, and overcharging by food delivery platforms
The founder of India’s largest Mexican food chain on why he refused to Indianise his menu, how 400 farmers found him on Instagram, and why more competition in food delivery is welcome.
Why The PhonePe IPO Looks Nothing Like Paytm’s
PhonePe is no longer just India’s UPI giant—it’s becoming a full-stack financial ecosystem. After a string of high-profile IPOs last…
IRFC explores some Swiss franc swap to cut dollar risk
To address currency volatility, IRFC is considering converting part of its dollar loans into Swiss francs and diversifying its funding sources. With nearly $8 billion in overseas exposure, the company is also exploring refinancing metro rail projects, aiming to improve earnings.
Fidelity Fund Beating 96% of Peers Likes Japan’s AI-Linked Firms
Japanese shares’ ascent to record highs at the start of the year has reinforced a Fidelity International fund manager’s preference for smaller AI-related companies that still look affordable.
Indian IT’s mega deals spike on AI push, but there’s not much to celebrate yet
TCS, Cognizant and Infosys reported billion-dollar contracts but analysts say Fortune companies are reducing the number of IT vendors they work with to reduce their long-term software services costs.
Minnesota CEOs Seek De-Escalation After Border Police Shooting
More than 60 chief executive officers of Minnesota-based companies called for an immediate “de-escalation of tensions” between state, local and federal authorities as the state reels from another fatal shooting of an American by immigration agents.