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Sensex, Nifty open lower amid US-China trade tension

On the other hand, ICICI Bank, Tata Steel, Bharat Electronics (BEL), Mahindra & Mahindra, Bharti Airtel, HDFC Bank, and State Bank of India were trading in the green, helping limit the overall losses.

Oct 24, 2025

Strong Q2 growth, GST reforms to help India's growth expand at 6.6 pc this year: IMF

"Economies in the Asia-Pacific region have been resilient in 2025, posting stronger-than-expected economic growth in the first half of the year amid external and domestic challenges. Nevertheless, higher US tariffs and increasing protectionism will likely reduce demand for Asian exports and eventually weigh on growth in the near-term," said the IMF.

Oct 24, 2025

Sensex, Nifty extend winning streak for 6th day, led by IT stocks

The Nifty also surged to an intra-day high of 26,104 before closing almost flat at 25,891, up 23 points. Analysts said that the Nifty completely erased its morning gains during the day; nevertheless, the short-term trend remains strong.

Oct 23, 2025

UPI clocks highest ever single-day payments of Rs 1.02 lakh crore as GST rate cuts spur demand

"By rationalising slabs and lowering rates across a range of consumer goods, the reform has delivered tangible savings for households, freeing up disposable income and helping stimulate demand," the Finance Minister added.

Oct 23, 2025

Bhai Dooj generates Rs 22,000 crore in business across India: CAIT

Markets across major cities -- including Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, and Indore -- witnessed heavy footfall as shoppers flocked to buy sweets, gifts, apparel, jewellery, and festive items.

Oct 23, 2025

Indian investors earn up to 72 pc returns from global mutual funds

These funds outperformed even the best-performing Indian equity categories, thanks to global rallies driven by technology, artificial intelligence, consumer spending, and commodities.

Oct 23, 2025

Gold, silver hit record highs as global uncertainty fuels demand

Gold shines on MCX amid hopes of India–US trade deal; Rupee opens stronger

According to analysts, MCX gold prices for the December expiry are expected to move in a range of Rs 1,21,500 to Rs 1,23,000 per 10 grams. However, in the global market, gold prices edged lower due to a stronger US dollar, as investors awaited key inflation data from the United States later this week.

Oct 23, 2025

Sensex, Nifty open higher on positive global cues

Sensex surges 700 points, Nifty reclaims 26,000 as IT stocks lead market rally

"Meanwhile, downside marker is placed at 25780, but an outright reversal is not expected today," they added. Among the top performers on the BSE were Infosys, HCLTech, and Tech Mahindra, which saw healthy buying interest.

Oct 23, 2025

Car sales more than doubled to over half a million units: FM Sitharaman on GST 2.0

Also, during the period of Diwali shopping, e-commerce and quick-commerce platforms recorded sharp demand increases, "with premium products and instant-delivery services driving growth and festival spend extending beyond major cities", the Finance Minister said.

Oct 22, 2025

Samsung Group's market capitalisation tops $634.4 billion for 1st time

Meanwhile, Samsung SDI has partnered with the Korea Electrical Safety Corp. (KESCO) to cooperate in strengthening the safety of energy storage system (ESS) infrastructure amid an expected increase in demand for such equipment in the near future.

Oct 22, 2025

Domestic equity markets gain momentum on back of resilient Q1 GDP data: Report

"Sentiment was further boosted as the GST Council simplified the existing four tax slabs (5, 12, 18, 28 per cent) into a two-rate structure of 5 per cent and 18 per cent -- and proposed a special 40 per cent slab for select luxury items such as high-end cars, tobacco, and cigarettes," ICRA Analytics said in its report.

Oct 22, 2025

UPI transactions surge to Rs 94,000 crore daily in Oct, set for record festive month

With more than a week still left in the month, UPI is on track to post its highest-ever monthly performance, driven by Diwali spending and recent GST rate cuts.

Oct 22, 2025

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India's luxury goods market to see 10 pc growth at $12.1 billion by 2025: Report

India is expected to achieve a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 74 per cent over the forecast period, highlighting its growing importance in the luxury ecosystem. A key factor contributing to India's growth is the increasing number of wealthy individuals, said the report.

Oct 22, 2025

Gold likely to open weak after steep global fall; prices may drop to Rs 1.22–Rs 1.23 lakh per 10 gm

Gold and silver both extended their slide from record highs, while Asian stock markets showed mixed trends following a muted session on Wall Street. Silver too lost over 2 per cent, trading near $47.6 per ounce after tumbling 7.1 per cent in the previous session.

Oct 22, 2025

Satya Nadella's pay jumps to $96.5 million in FY25, highest since becoming Microsoft CEO

The company's regulatory filing shows that around 90 per cent of Nadella's pay comes in the form of Microsoft shares, in addition to a $2.5 million base salary. In the previous financial year, Nadella earned $79.1 million. He became Microsoft's third CEO in 2014, succeeding Steve Ballmer and co-founder Bill Gates.

Oct 22, 2025

Diwali sales hit record Rs 5.40 lakh crore over GST reforms, robust consumer demand

The reduction in GST rates across key consumer and retail categories such as confectionery, home decor, footwear, and ready-made garments, consumer durables and daily use items significantly improved price competitiveness and increased purchase momentum.

Oct 21, 2025

Mutual fund houses allocate Rs 5,294 crore in IPOs, backing small-cap growth stories

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Articles by IBT Business Desk

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid US-China trade tension

Strong Q2 growth, GST reforms to help India's growth expand at 6.6 pc this year: IMF

Sensex, Nifty extend winning streak for 6th day, led by IT stocks

UPI clocks highest ever single-day payments of Rs 1.02 lakh crore as GST rate cuts spur demand

Bhai Dooj generates Rs 22,000 crore in business across India: CAIT

Indian investors earn up to 72 pc returns from global mutual funds

Gold shines on MCX amid hopes of India–US trade deal; Rupee opens stronger

Sensex surges 700 points, Nifty reclaims 26,000 as IT stocks lead market rally

Car sales more than doubled to over half a million units: FM Sitharaman on GST 2.0

Samsung Group's market capitalisation tops $634.4 billion for 1st time

Domestic equity markets gain momentum on back of resilient Q1 GDP data: Report

UPI transactions surge to Rs 94,000 crore daily in Oct, set for record festive month

India's luxury goods market to see 10 pc growth at $12.1 billion by 2025: Report

Gold likely to open weak after steep global fall; prices may drop to Rs 1.22–Rs 1.23 lakh per 10 gm

Satya Nadella's pay jumps to $96.5 million in FY25, highest since becoming Microsoft CEO

Diwali sales hit record Rs 5.40 lakh crore over GST reforms, robust consumer demand

India sees sharp surge in SME IPOs, supported by strong retail participation, market sentiment

Sensex, Nifty end higher in Muhurat trading session as Samvat 2082 begins

Stock Market Holiday: NSE, BSE to remain shut for 2 days this week; check Muhurat Trading timings

Gold, silver prices cool after record highs; jewellery sales jump 35–40 pc during Dhanteras

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'