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FinanceUnderweight on Equities? Nilesh Shah Recommends Large, Mid-Caps
Kotak AMC’s Nilesh Shah says investors who are underweight on equities should consider investing gradually in large and mid-cap stocks during market volatility. He also advises maintaining balanced asset allocation and focusing on domestic-focused sectors less affected by global oil price shocks.
FinanceGlobal Billionaire Rankings 2026, India Climbs the Wealth Ladder
The latest global billionaire rankings highlight US dominance while India rapidly climbs the wealth ladder driven by entrepreneurship and economic expansion.
FinancePhonePe Pauses IPO Plans Amid Global Market Uncertainty
Flipkart backed PhonePe has paused its IPO plans amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility, reflecting caution across the global fintech investment landscape.
FinanceTwo Oil Tankers Reach India After Crossing Strait of Hormuz
Two oil tankers carrying about three million barrels of crude have reached India after crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Their arrival offers hope that more energy shipments stuck in the Persian Gulf may soon reach India despite disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict.
FinanceIndia LPG Imports Hit, Govt Pushes Kerosene and Coal
India is activating alternative fuels such as kerosene, coal and biomass as LPG imports face disruption due to the West Asia conflict. The government says household cooking gas supplies remain protected while measures aim to curb panic bookings and ensure fair distribution across the country.
FinanceUS Launches Section 301 Probe into India, China and 14 Others
The United States has launched Section 301 investigations into India, China and several other trading partners over concerns about manufacturing overcapacity and trade practices. India says it is reviewing the move carefully and will decide its response after assessing the legal and economic implications.
FinanceQantas to Pay $74m Settlement Over Covid Travel Voucher Refunds
Qantas has agreed to pay $74m to settle a class action lawsuit claiming it failed to provide cash refunds for cancelled flights during the Covid-19 pandemic. Passengers were instead issued travel credits, prompting allegations that the airline breached consumer protection laws.
FinanceSilver Sinks Over 2% in Futures Trade as Inflation Concerns Weigh on Markets
Silver prices dropped more than 2% in futures trading, settling near ₹2.62 lakh per kilogram on the Multi Commodity Exchange. The decline reflects inflation concerns and global economic uncertainty weighing on precious metals.
FinanceIran War Exposes World’s Reliance on Gulf Oil and Gas
The Iran war has revealed the world’s deep reliance on oil and gas from the Gulf region. Disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz have pushed prices sharply higher and exposed the vulnerability of Asian economies that depend heavily on Middle Eastern energy imports.
FinanceOil Prices Rise Above $100 Despite Record Reserve Release
Oil prices surged back above $100 a barrel despite a record emergency reserve release by the International Energy Agency. Attacks on cargo vessels and threats from Iran to block the Strait of Hormuz have heightened fears of prolonged supply disruption and global economic fallout.
FinanceIEA Countries Release Record Emergency Oil Reserves Amid War
Countries belonging to the International Energy Agency have agreed to release a record 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves. The move aims to ease supply shortages after the Iran war disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and pushed global oil prices sharply higher.
FinanceIndia Seeks ₹2.81 Lakh Crore Extra Spending for FY26 Subsidies
India’s finance ministry has sought Parliament approval for ₹2.81 lakh crore in additional spending for FY26. The proposal includes higher fertilizer subsidies and transfers to an Economic Stabilization Fund designed to protect the economy from global volatility and rising commodity prices.