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Asian stocks today: Markets trade mostly in red; Nikkei sheds 1%, HSI remains flat
Asian markets opened lower Tuesday amid renewed trade tensions and political developments in Japan. Investors reacted to US President Trump's tariff threats and a potential parliamentary dissolution in Japan, which boosted government bond yields. Attention now shifts to US corporate earnings and inflation data ahead of the Federal Reserve's meeting.
Tesla set to restart AI supercomputer project. Why Musk has changed his mind.
Tesla is restarting its Dojo AI supercomputer project to improve its self-driving and robotics technology.
Delivery jobs should be seen as flexible employment, not gig work: Swiggy executive
Swiggy Food Marketplace CEO Rohit Kapoor welcomed the government's social security code and said it's in the right direction
Gold price prediction today: Will gold & silver prices continue to climb new highs? What investors should watch out for
Gold price prediction today: Praveen Singh of Mirae Asset Sharekhan says that gold prices may have faced downward pressure in the near term, had it not been for the heightened geopolitical tensions. Here’s his outlook on gold prices:
Ola Electric Extends Decline To 10th Straight Session; Shares Tumble 6% On CFO Resignation
Shares of Ola Electric slid 5.5%, hitting their lowest level in a month, after CFO Harish Abichandani resigned citing personal reasons
Silver Price 2026: If You Invest Rs 1 Lakh Today, How Much Profit Will You Get By December?
Silver prices are soaring in 2026. If you invest Rs 1 lakh today, experts estimate how much it could grow by December — and the risks you should know
Budget expectations low, says Jefferies; lists defence capex among 8 measures to watch out for
Jefferies expects limited surprises in the FY27 Union Budget, with the government sticking to fiscal consolidation while focusing on defence-led capex and targeted consumption support. The FY27 fiscal deficit is seen around 4.2% of GDP, though a higher 4.4% could signal a growth push, supporting equities but pressuring bond yields.
11:11 | Trump plans Davos signing for ‘Board of Peace’; Cognizant bets big on AI; rupee slips
In this edition of 11:11, we bring you the latest from Davos where geopolitics, markets, and trade collide. From Trump’s push for a Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ to Maharashtra’s $50-billion investment haul at the World Economic Forum, here are the top reads.
Ola Electric Mobility shares tank 7%, down for 10th consecutive session. What’s triggering the fall today?
Ola Electric Mobility shares dropped significantly after CFO Harish Abichandani resigned, citing personal reasons. This marks the second executive departure in two months. The company also launched its first residential Battery Energy Storage System, 'Shakti', powered by its indigenous 4680 Bharat Cells, aiming to transform energy access for households and businesses.
Tailoring a turnaround: Satyaki Ghosh takes the helm at a struggling Raymond
Raymond Lifestyle has appointed Satyaki Ghosh as CEO, its fourth since 2020, as slowing demand, store closures and margin pressure force a rethink of its apparel expansion strategy.
India bonds rise on bargain buying, state debt sale eyed
Indian government bonds saw a firming trend Tuesday, driven by bargain buying as the 10-year yield held below a crucial level. Reduced state debt supply for the week also bolstered sentiment. Traders anticipate limited market movement until the federal budget announcement on February 1, with focus shifting to a significant state debt sale later today.
Manufacturing Startup Whizzo Bags $15 Mn To Bolster R&D
Technical textiles manufacturer Whizzo has raised $15 Mn (about INR 136.5 Cr) in its Series A funding round led by…
WEF 2026: Maharashtra signs investment MoUs worth ₹14.5 lakh crore on first day at Davos
The State said these MoUs are across sectors and underscore strong global confidence in Maharashtra’s consumer markets, infrastructure readiness, and long-term growth fundamentals.
Delivery jobs should be seen as flexible employment, not gig work: Swiggy executive
Swiggy's Food Marketplace CEO Rohit Kapoor views delivery partners as a vital third pillar of the job market. He advocates for this work to be recognized as flexible employment, distinct from traditional formal jobs or entrepreneurship. Kapoor highlighted that millions have worked on the Swiggy platform, emphasizing the sector's significant scale and growth potential.
Budget 2026: The arithmetic that will decide India’s bond market
Budget 2026 will be crucial for India’s bond market, with investors seeking fiscal continuity, credible deficit targets and transparent consolidation. Borrowing strategy, capex execution, and small savings flows will shape yields, while improved market microstructure gains importance amid deferred global index inclusion, making trust between fiscal policy and markets essential.
Shadowfax IPO at 1,000x P/E: What are investors hopes for listing gains?
Shadowfax Technologies' IPO opens with a high valuation, trading at over 1,000 times its latest earnings. Despite a premium valuation compared to peers like Blue Dart Express and Delhivery, analysts point to strong revenue growth and an asset-light model as potential drivers.
Hindustan Zinc Shares Jump 2% As Soaring Silver Prices Lift Q3 Performance: Buy, Sell Or Hold?
Shares of Hindustan Zinc surged more than 2% to a fresh record high on January 20 after brokerages issued largely positive reports
UPL subsidiary Advanta Enterprises files draft IPO papers with Sebi
UPL’s seed business Advanta Enterprises has filed draft IPO papers with Sebi for a proposed offer for sale, allowing the agrochemicals group and other shareholders to partially monetise their holdings amid an active Indian primary market.
1700+ PSAC jobs in Canada may be cut
Thousands working for Canada’s federal public service are at risk of being laid off. This isn’t altogether shocking because news of the government’s efforts to reduce the size of the public service during the November budget has already been out for sometime now. Media reports say that Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) has sent [...] The post 1700+ PSAC jobs in Canada may be cut appeared first on HR Katha .
OpenAI Reports Over $20 Billion Estimated Revenue for 2025 Amidst Wider AI Adoption
OpenAI's projected revenue has gone up from $2 billion in 2023 to over $20 billion in 2025, with compute capacity tripling each year as AI adoption entered the embedded stage from the experimentation stage. The post OpenAI Reports Over $20 Billion Estimated Revenue for 2025 Amidst Wider AI Adoption appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
Brokerages initiate coverage on Meesho, Groww, Angel One, 8 other stocks this week. How many do you have?
Brokerages have started covering eleven Indian stocks this week. Analysts are positive on companies like Groww, Angel One, and Meesho. They predict potential gains of up to 51% for some stocks. This coverage includes companies in broking, insurance, and hospitality sectors. Investors can find new opportunities with these initiated reports.
Geo-fluid models of work: When talent flows like water across borders
What are geo-fluid models of work? Geo-fluid work models allow employees to work seamlessly across locations, roles and time zones without being tied to a fixed geographic location. Unlike remote work, where employees are typically bound to one specific region or home base, geo-fluidity means continuous movement—employees can shift from one city to another, switch [...] The post Geo-fluid models of work: When talent flows like water across borders appeared first on HR Katha .
What one million interviews taught FloCareer about hiring at enterprise scale
After conducting over one million interviews, Mohit Jain, Co-founder, FloCareer shares key insights on why enterprise hiring is less about speed and more about structure, consistency, and decision quality at scale.
Stock Market Updates: Sensex Drops Over 350 Points, Nifty Below 25,500; Asian Paints, Bajaj Finance Top Drag
Indian equity markets deepened their losses after a muted start on Tuesday, as investors remained cautious amid escalating global tensions