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Wipro, Persistent Systems, 21 other stocks approach ex-dates for dividends, rights issues. Check details here

In the upcoming week, a host of companies have announced such actions, ranging from high-percentage interim dividends to rights issues at discounted prices. The following…

Budget Week Ahead: History signals caution for Nifty 50 before February 1 - What technicals suggest

The Union Budget for FY26-27, set for February 1, is expected to focus on capital expenditure and growth amid global challenges. Historically, markets exhibit caution…

This investment bank chief's pay rose 21% to $47 million for 2025, beating JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon's salary hike

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. CEO David Solomon saw his biggest pay hike yet, as the investment banker's compensation for 2025 jumped by 21% to $47…

Concurrent Losers: 15 small-cap stocks decline for 5 consecutive sessions

IPO calendar: 5 new issues to hit the market next week, Shadowfax to debut on bourses

The primary market anticipates a quiet week with no mainboard public offerings. Investor focus will shift to SME platforms, featuring five IPOs. Shadowfax Technologies is…

Bitcoin consolidates around $90K as cautious investors wait for Fed meeting

Bitcoin hovers around $90,000 as investors await the Federal Reserve meeting for a potential market catalyst. Both Bitcoin and Ethereum saw slight dips in the…

How PPFAS is marrying active with passive in its new Large Cap Fund

PPFAS Mutual Fund introduces the Parag Parikh Large Cap Fund. This new offering blends active and passive investing for exposure to India's top 100 companies.…

Defence, self-reliance, and budgetary priorities: Sectoral opportunities in a shifting strategic landscape

India's defence sector is transforming. A record budget and focus on domestic production are boosting capabilities. Exports are growing, reaching over 100 countries. New technologies…

Tax predictability or higher yields? What REIT investors really want from Budget 2026

Indian REITs delivered strong returns in 2025. Investors and developers anticipate the Union Budget 2026 for policy and tax reforms. These measures aim to enhance…

Digital Real Estate| Budget 2026: Can policy bridge India’s growing housing divide?

India's real estate sector needs support in Budget 2026. Leaders want incentives for affordable housing and faster infrastructure projects. Reforms can boost demand and rental…

US bribery case: Adani makes first legal submission, asks court to defer ruling

Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani have requested the US court to defer its ruling on the 21 January SEC motion, as their counsel…