Stock markets in Asia opened on a steady note on Monday as optimism over a possible US interest rate cut supported risk appetite at the start of the final month of 2025. Investors also kept a close watch on the Japanese yen, which strengthened amid expectations of a near-term policy shift in Tokyo.The yen advanced…
Mainland China has reiterated its anti-crypto stance, vowing to intensify its crackdown on speculation in virtual currencies, according to a report by China Daily. Virtual currencies lack the legal status of fiat money and cannot be used as currency in markets. All related activities qualify as illegal financial operations, officials from the People’s Bank of…
Representative image (AI-generated) Jefferies initiated its coverage on Lenskart with a buy rating and the target price at Rs 500. Analysts said that Lenskart, India’s largest tech-driven eyewear retailer, holds just about 5% market share, offering strong growth potential. Its vertically integrated omni-channel model ensures cost efficiency, rapid delivery, and superior customer experience, they said….
Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, the top stock picks for the week (starting December 1, 2025) are Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), and HCL Tech. Let’s take a look: STOCK NAME CMP (Rs) TP (Rs) UPSIDE (%) Reliance Industries 1569 1765 12% HCL Tech 1624…
NEW DELHI: Praising the “dedication of India’s youth” and the cultural bridge built by the Tamil Sangamam, PM Narendra Modi Sunday said these forces together embody the spirit of a rising Viksit Bharat. In his 128th ‘Mann ki Baat’ address, he linked recent achievements in space, defence, farming and sports to the energy of young…
NEW DELHI: The Centre is set to levy a new cess on tobacco, tobacco products and pan masala after the phaseout of GST compensation cess to ensure that price of these products do not fall as they are sin goods.At the time of GST revamp, govt had announced continuation of compensation cess only for tobacco…
Good Morning, Asia. Here’s what’s making news in the markets: Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk’s Crypto Daybook Americas. Bitcoin slid below $90,000 during Hong Kong’s morning hours as Japanese bond…
NEW DELHI: The IPO momentum shows no signs of slowing, with another two dozen companies, including ICICI Prudential AMC, Meesho and Juniper Green Energy, preparing to launch their public issues that could collectively raise nearly Rs 40,000 crore over the next two months, merchant bankers said. Adding to this robust pipeline are prominent names such…
NEW DELHI: Congress on Sunday rubbished the National Herald case as continued attempt by the prime minister-home minister duo to “intimidate and harass” the party because of “political vendetta”, as it said the fresh FIR on the issue is designed to fill gaps left by conjuring up of an offence in which there is neither…
(AI image used for representational purposes) NEW DELHI: Govt is set to introduce major changes in the contract conditions to de-risk private investments and safeguard lenders’ exposure in the highway sector, in its bid to attract more private players. The revised provisions, to be notified this month, include providing revenue support and extension of tolling…
