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Oil at $50 or another spike ahead? Iran, OPEC+ and Venezuela hold the key: Peter McGuire
Oil prices have cooled after easing Iran war fears, but experts warn risks remain. From the Strait of Hormuz to OPEC+ supply signals and Venezuela’s output potential, geopolitics will continue to drive crude markets. Here’s what it means for oil prices, consumers and global energy markets in 2026, explains warns Peter McGuire, CEO of Australia-Trading.com
Buy gold, sell Bitcoin: Jefferies' Chris Wood explains his big bet of 2026
Jefferies strategist Christopher Wood is selling Bitcoin and shifting to physical gold, citing quantum computing risks to Bitcoin’s cryptography. Accelerating quantum timelines undermine digital assets’ long-term store-of-value case, prompting portfolio reallocation toward gold and mining stocks for resilience globally today.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Top Deals on Smartphones Under Rs 10,000
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 has begun in India with discounts and cashback offers on budget smartphones priced under Rs. 10,000. Buyers can avail a 10 percent instant discount using SBI credit cards, along with 5 percent cashback for Amazon Pay ICICI Bank cardholders and Rewards Gold members. The sale includes reduced prices on models from Samsung, Redmi, Poco, Realme, Lava, and Itel, offering a mix of 4G and 5G connectivity, large displays, and long battery life for everyday use.
‘India’s biggest startup-investment window is now open despite pessimism,’ says Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath
Marking National Startup Day as a moment for introspection, Kamath said that despite near-term uncertainties, the broader environment remains favourable for entrepreneurs. "I can't think of a better time to build something in India, and for the world, despite all the challenges," he added.
India’s Competition Regulator Warns Apple It Will Proceed With Antitrust Case If Non-Cooperation Continues
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has warned tech giant Apple that it will proceed with the company's antitrust case in India unilaterally if it does not see visible cooperation soon. The post India’s Competition Regulator Warns Apple It Will Proceed With Antitrust Case If Non-Cooperation Continues appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
LTIMindtree bags $330 million contract from central tax department to upgrade tax analytics platform with AI
The deal strengthens LTIMindtree's position in digital transformation, following significant contracts that may help offset revenue declines from macroeconomic challenges.
Groww Surges Over 9% As Brokerages Bullish After Q3 Results
Update | January 16, 17:00 IST Shares of Groww gave up some of the gains to end today’s trading session…
Federal Bank shares zoom 11% to fresh 52-week high after strong Q3 results
Federal Bank delivered a robust Q3FY26 performance, with net profit rising 9% YoY to Rs 1,041 crore, driven by record NII, stronger margins, and healthier asset quality. Post earnings, shares surged over 11% as improved CASA, lower NPAs, and steady business growth reinforced investor confidence and strengthened the bank’s financial outlook.
Instagram Will Now Let You Dub and Lip Sync Reels Into Five Indian Languages
Instagram is expanding its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered voice translation and lip-syncing feature for Reels to more languages. Making the announcement on Friday, the social media platform said that it is now rolling out support for five Indian languages, in addition to the four existing languages. The India-focused expansion is interesting, as it highlights that the Meta-owned platform considers the market important and prioritises the early rollout of features.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Best Deals on Laptops Under Rs. 50,000
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 is a good opportunity for those looking to buy a new laptop at a more affordable cost. Companies like Asus, Dell, Acer and Lenovo have listed their latest models with price cuts in the ongoing sale. Amazon is offering several additional benefits for shoppers, like coupon discounts, exchange offers, and bank deals. Here are some of the best laptop deals under Rs. 50,000 available in the ongoing Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026.
Cloudflare Acquires Human Native to Help Creators Monetise Content for AI Models
Cloudflare plans to build tools that allow content to be discovered, priced, and purchased by AI developers through transparent channels. The post Cloudflare Acquires Human Native to Help Creators Monetise Content for AI Models appeared first on Analytics India Magazine.
Federal Bank's Q3 profit up 9% on strong loan growth, better asset quality
Federal Bank's net profit rose 9% year-on-year to ₹1,041 crore while net interest income of the bank rose over 9% to ₹2,653 crore.
Mint Explainer: What Justice Pardiwala’s sovereignty note in the Tiger Global case means for India’s tax treaties
While Justice R. Mahadevan authored the main Tiger Global judgment, Justice J.B. Pardiwala wrote a separate concurring opinion that went beyond the facts of the case and stressed the importance of national sovereignty in international taxation.
Bitcoin Trades Above $95,000 as ETF Inflows Drive Market Sentiment
Bitcoin traded steady on Friday as institutional demand through spot ETFs continued to support prices. Analysts said long-term holders and whales are accumulating despite weak retail participation. Ethereum and major altcoins traded mixed as investors stayed cautious. Market experts noted that sustained ETF inflows and stable support zones will be key in determining Bitcoin’s near-term direction amid lingering macro uncertainty
A quiet business bet: How a former factory worker started his own oil unit in Bijnor
Harish, a resident of Bijnor district, did not set out to become an entrepreneur. Until a few months ago, he was working at a factory manufacturing
How a Ghaziabad founder turned lockdown research into a spices brand
Ankit Sharma was in the middle of his CA articleship when the idea of starting something of his own began to take shape, not as a sudden leap
Scott Adams' 87-Word Finance Guide: The cartoonist who got it right - the best investment advice
Scott Adams showed that the most useful insights often come from people who aren't trying to sell you anything. His 87 words remain the best investment advice.
Metals, PSU banks and select capital plays shine amid range-bound market: CA Rudramurthy BV
Indian markets showed optimism on Friday, with analysts advising caution and capital protection in the current range-bound environment for Nifty and Bank Nifty. Key sectors like metals, PSU banks, and select capital market stocks are identified as potential opportunities for disciplined traders.
Budget 2026: The arithmetic that will decide India’s bond market
As Budget 2026 approaches, bond markets seek reassurance, not surprises. Investors want steady fiscal consolidation, credible deficit targets and a predictable borrowing plan. With global index inclusion delayed, disciplined policy, transparent accounting and well-managed supply will be crucial in sustaining confidence, stabilising yields and preserving fixed-income market trust.
Grasim names Sachin Sahay as new Birla Opus CEO
Sahay's appointment comes more than two months after the textiles and chemicals manufacturer announced former CEO Rakshit Hargave's sudden departure.
Google Launches TranslateGemma, Takes On ChatGPT Translate
The company trained the system on nearly 500 additional language pairs to allow researchers to fine-tune models for specific use cases. The post Google Launches TranslateGemma, Takes On ChatGPT Translate appeared first on Analytics India Magazine.
Warren Buffett on why he prefers looking at company balance sheets over income statements: ‘Harder to play games, hide’
Unlike Wall Street, Berkshire Hathaway's Warren Buffett pays more attention to a company's balance sheet over a 10-year period, instead of its income statements, as it is harder to play games or hide with the document.
[Update] Amagi IPO: Issue Subscribed 30.2X, QIBs & NIIs Drive Demand
Update | January 16, 20:30 IST Media SaaS company Amagi’s IPO saw a sharp surge in interest on the final…
YouTube Updates Monetisation Policy for Controversial Videos, But Gaps Remain
YouTube has updated its monetisation policy for controversial content, allowing ads on some non-graphic and dramatised videos. However, gaps remain in how the platform defines and enforces these rules. The post YouTube Updates Monetisation Policy for Controversial Videos, But Gaps Remain appeared first on MEDIANAMA.