Analysis

US-China trade wars: Markets panic as Beijing's 25% tariff on US imports bites

The US has already raised from 10 percent to 25 percent tariffs on imports from China to the tune of $200 billion.

Jun 1, 2019

Rs 30 lakh crore transport infrastructure bonanza to be game changer for economy

Modi 2.0 is likely to set apart a huge outlay for infrastructure, including the national highways, railways, ports, and airports over five years; spending on dedicated freight corridors expected to see massive a spurt.

May 31, 2019

Boeing 737 MAX-like software glitch may be causing IAF Mirage 2000 crash

Mirage 2000 jets were also deployed successfully in interceptor role on the next day to stop a raiding formation of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) warplanes.

May 29, 2019

Will Israeli missiles give more firepower to Su-30MKI to outgun Pakistani F-16s?

IAF mulls switching from Russian R-77 air-to-air missile on Sukhoi 30MKI to Israeli I-Derby ER to tackle US-made AIM-120C advanced medium range air-to-air missile (AMRAAM) on Pakistan's F-16.

May 29, 2019

Will proposed reforms in gold trade make buying of the yellow metal difficult?

Law changes will make online transaction mandatory for buying more than 5 grams of gold in the spot market; government plans to revamp the gold monetisation scheme (GMS) to make it more people friendly.

May 26, 2019

Market may pause for clarity on Modi 2.0 policy direction before resuming rally

A volatile week of Lok Sabha election results pushed Sensex to an all-time high of 40,124 points and Nifty 12,041, revealing the market's confidence in the incoming government; market awaits the return of FIIs for the next big rally

May 26, 2019

Only 27% Indians covered by health insurance: Report

Health insurance scams: Will new law give customers rational, economical cover?

Insurance regulator seeks to formulate more inclusive norms that will enlarge coverage and reduce exclusions without penalising the customers.

May 21, 2019

Nifty hits all-time high of 11,883 points on May 21 and Sensex 39,571

Sensex may hit 40,000 on election results day; indices hit all-time highs

Momentum from exit polls predicting Prime Minister Modi's return to power continues to push the market up even though volatility worries persist ahead of the counting day on Thursday

May 21, 2019

Markets' pause deceptive after the Monday mayhem that erased $1.4 trillion

As Trump policy zigzags between a call for talks and more pain on China, the uncertainty may accelerate fall to lower bottoms after Wednesday's dead-cat bounce.

May 15, 2019

Can Lockheed Martin F-21, a souped-up F-16, meet IAF's strategic goals?

Can Lockheed Martin F-21 meet Indian Air Force's long-term strategic goals?

Lockheed's vow not to sell F-21 fighter jets to any other country may not compensate for the souped-up F-16 plane's lack of stealth capabilities.

May 14, 2019

Claims for up to Rs 1 lakh crore may hit Anil Ambani-led RCom in bankruptcy case

Domestic and international lenders, operational creditors, government agencies, and telecom tower companies have started filing claims ahead of May 21 deadline.

May 13, 2019

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Sell-on-bounce guidance remains; market under pressure as futures premiums slim

Volatility is expected to rise further with only one more round of the seven-phase election remaining; traders watch global markets amid US-China trade war rhetoric.

May 13, 2019

Will Etihad's conditions for Jet recapitalisation ground the revival plan?

Etihad Airways has submitted a binding bid on condition that it will remain a minority shareholder and banks will find other funding sources.

May 11, 2019

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L&T's purchase of 26% stake in Mindtree makes hostile takeover a done deal

The construction behemoth can seek a board seat and entry into the promoter group as the largest shareholder in the IT services firm.

May 10, 2019

Markets smell of bears as index future premium shrinks; Nifty teeters on 11,300

Nifty closing below 11,300 on Friday could predict another week of the market slide; Reliance drags down benchmark indices amid selling pressure on energy, telecom, power, metal and oil & gas stocks.

May 9, 2019

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