Inflation-Protected debt: The hedge Indian retail investors need

 25 Mar 2025 12:25 PM

Inflation silently erodes investment returns, reducing real gains across asset classes. While tax indexation benefits have been rolled back, Inflation-Protected Securities (IPS) offer a reliable hedge. India's limited adoption of IPS presents an opportunity for expansion, ensuring stable real returns amid persistent inflationary pressures.

Gold plunges Rs 700 to Rs 90,550/10g amid hopes of Ukraine-Russia peace deal

 24 Mar 2025 05:19 PM

Gold prices plunged Rs 700 to Rs 90,550 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday amid persistent selling by the jewellers and stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association.

Rupee soars to wipe out year's losses on strong dollar inflows

 24 Mar 2025 03:53 PM

The Indian rupee leaped higher on Monday, with persistent dollar sales from foreign banks helping the local unit claw back all of its losses in 2025 so far.

Inflows, culling of shorts lift rupee to longest winning streak in over one year

 20 Mar 2025 03:47 PM

The Indian rupee rose for the seventh straight session on Thursday, its longest winning streak since January 2024, as persistent dollar sales by foreign banks and paring of short bets on the currency helped it weather a stronger dollar.

Inflows, culling of shorts lift rupee to longest winning streak in over one year

 20 Mar 2025 03:40 PM

The Indian rupee rose for the seventh straight session on Thursday, its longest winning streak since January 2024, as persistent dollar sales by foreign banks and paring of short bets on the currency helped it weather a stronger dollar.

MobiKwik shares surge 43% in 2 days after IPO lock-in expiry

 19 Mar 2025 11:45 AM

Shares of MobiKwik's parent company, One Mobikwik Systems, surged by 19% on March 19 after a 20% rally the previous day, recovering from a 52-week low earlier in the week. Despite the rebound, the stock remains significantly below its all-time high and faces persistent selling pressure.

A China problem is hampering rating headroom of India's steel giants

 18 Mar 2025 11:17 AM

Fitch Ratings downgrades JSW Steel and Tata Steel due to pressures from cheap Chinese imports and aggressive global tariff policies. Despite rising domestic steel demand, both companies may face persistent margin pressures. Potential government measures and deferral of capital expenditures could offer some relief. India’s steel demand is expected to grow by 10% fueled by public spending.

IRFC to announce dividend date today post board meeting

 17 Mar 2025 11:04 AM

IRFC dividend date 2025: IRFC’s board is set to meet today, March 17, to approve its second interim dividend for FY 2024-25. Over the past 12 months, the company has declared Rs 1.50 per share in dividends, with a 1.27% yield. Meanwhile, IRFC shares have declined 13.78% YoY, with a 21.52% YTD drop, reflecting a persistent downtrend.

IRFC board announces Rs 0.80 interim dividend

 17 Mar 2025 11:04 AM

IRFC dividend date 2025: IRFC’s board is set to meet today, March 17, to approve its second interim dividend for FY 2024-25. Over the past 12 months, the company has declared Rs 1.50 per share in dividends, with a 1.27% yield. Meanwhile, IRFC shares have declined 13.78% YoY, with a 21.52% YTD drop, reflecting a persistent downtrend.

World’s biggest stock rout deepens as Thai market rescue falters

 17 Mar 2025 08:51 AM

Thailand's efforts to revive its struggling stock market with the Vayupak Fund have been unsuccessful. The SET Index has dropped 16% this year, driven by weak economic growth, high household debt, and political uncertainties. Continued foreign fund exodus highlights persistent investor concerns.