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Why positive mood now matters more than pay at work: PwC

If motivation at work were driven mainly by pay rises, perks, or promotion cycles, employers would have cracked the code by now. PwC’s latest global workforce data points to something far more powerful—and far harder to manufacture. According to PwC’s 2025 Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey, a positive mood at work lifts employee motivation [...] The post Why positive mood now matters more than pay at work: PwC appeared first on HR Katha .

CCI may hold senior execs of steel companies accountable

IT firms brace for soft Q3, mid-caps to beat larger cos

RBI tightens dividend payout rules for banks

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed new rules to control bank dividend payouts, tying them to capital adequacy, asset quality, and profits starting FY27. Banks must meet stringent capital requirements and demonstrate healthy profits to distribute dividends. This move aims to strengthen the banking sector's financial resilience and ensure stability across the system.

Hair creme, noodles see highest growth: Report

Dalal Street's Jan Dhan: PSU stocks are great again

State-run companies are emerging as top long-term wealth creators again, with 26 PSUs featuring among the top 100 between April 2020 and March 2025. This marks a significant turnaround from previous years, driven by factors like government divestment policy changes and a focus on sectors like defence and utilities.

After prolonged cloudy spell, sun set to shine on FMCG companies; benign inflation, lower GST rates expected to lift nos

Consumer goods companies are witnessing a demand revival, fueled by GST reductions that lowered prices and boosted shopper spending. Initial signs of recovery are evident, with firms anticipating sustained growth in soaps, shampoos, and packaged foods. FMCG volumes saw a significant jump, and analysts predict further acceleration in branded product growth, signaling a strong leap for the sector.

Lockheed Martin to triple Patriot PAC-3 missile output under seven-year US deal

The expanded manufacturing plan underscores a sustained build-up in air defence spending, with Lockheed Martin aligning capacity with long-term US and allied requirements as governments prioritise missile interception amid escalating security risks.

India, EU crucial FTA talks on Jan 8-9 in Brussels; Goyal to meet Maros Sefcovic

India and the European Union are set to hold ministerial-level discussions in Brussels on January 8-9 to finalize their proposed free trade agreement. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will meet with EU Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to resolve pending issues and expedite the conclusion of a balanced and ambitious pact.

India probe finds Tata Steel, JSW Steel, SAIL breached antitrust law, regulatory order shows: report

The CCI has asked the steel companies to submit their audited financial statements for the eight financial years to 2023, the October order showed.

US stocks: Wall Street edges higher on tech, healthcare gains; investors eye key economic data

Wall Street stocks advanced Tuesday, with technology and healthcare shares leading the gains and pushing major indices near record highs. Investors are closely monitoring upcoming US economic data, including job reports, which could influence future interest rate decisions by the Federal Reserve.

Mahindra adds an electric option to its fastest-selling SUV after buyers ask for an EV

Mahindra added an electric variant to the XUV 3XO after strong customer feedback, as buyers sought the same popular SUV with an EV powertrain alongside petrol and diesel options.