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India's 'achievable' FY27 direct tax target faces a make-or-break second half
India's budgeted direct tax collection target for this fiscal year is Rs 26.97 lakh crore. Current collections are at approximately 53 percent of this target as of November 10. Experts flag the need for a rise in corporate tax and advance tax collections in upcoming months. Non-corporate tax collections have shown slower growth compared to corporate tax collections during the same period.
ET AI Awards 2027 are here: Discover if your AI innovation is ready for the spotlight of a national stage!
Celebrating the future of technology, the ET AI Awards 2027 acknowledges key innovations and leadership in AI from various industries in India. With an impressive array of over 40 categories, these awards emphasize the importance of AI developments by startups, SMEs, and large enterprises, offering a valuable stage for recognizing their contributions to the AI ecosystem.
Meta India’s Arun Srinivas on CSAM, AI for small businesses and Muse’s India launch timeline
Meta India Managing Director Arun Srinivas discusses how harmful ads linked to child sexual abuse material slipped through Instagram's review process, the safety measures introduced since then and questions around accountability. In an interview with ET, he also talks about Muse AI's India launch timeline, how small businesses are using AI to create advertisements, Instagram's plans for creators and WhatsApp's growing ambitions in digital payments.
80% of demand for tokenised assets come from emerging markets, says Binance’s SB Seker
Tokenised assets are finding their strongest foothold in emerging markets, where high entry costs and limited access have long kept global investment products out of reach for ordinary investors. About 80% of demand for tokenised US equities and other instruments comes from emerging markets, according to SB Seker, head of Asia Pacific at Binance.
These mid-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analyst
No doubt, the mood in the market has changed and the bulls seem to be back in a determined fashion. Don’t, however, expect the indices to keep climbing daily. There will be pauses. Also, though the things troubling the market have receded for now, they can still return. And these troubles are likely to be global rather than local.
Shyam Prakash Pal: Building the Next Generation of Digital-First Consumer Brands
Shyam Prakash Pal articulates the importance of fostering consumer brands within the rapidly changing digital landscape. He underscores the necessity of creativity, discipline, and collaborative effort in both professional and personal health. For effective leadership, maintaining physical health and mental clarity is paramount. Pal advocates for establishing consistent wellness practices, positioning health as integral to achieving long-lasting success in the business realm.
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Firecrackers, vehicle emissions, aerosols among top sources of Delhi pollution, IITM estimates show
IITM's source-apportionment models identified firecrackers as the largest contributor to Delhi's pollution on the two days after Diwali, though the estimates showed substantial variability. Meanwhile, CTI chairman Brijesh Goyal cited the firecracker trade's economic impact, questioned the focus on crackers and called for equal treatment of Hindu festivals under environmental restrictions.
These 7 private and public banking stocks have an upside of up to 20% in one year, according to analyst
When FPI money returns, there are two parts of the market that tend to draw it first: Financial services broadly, and banks within it. So the very thing that worked against these stocks when the FPIs were selling has started to work for them now that the foreigners are buying. Monday saw the first clear sign of it.
Time to shed fear and think positive? 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 33%
Mid-cap stocks tend to move more than large-caps. And that works both ways. They rise faster when the market is rising, and fall harder when it is falling. Keep that in mind as the market’s mood changes for the better because oil prices are dropping and the macro worries responsible for the long sell-off are starting to go away.
Zara owner Inditex commits $50 million to fund low-cost loans for suppliers going green
Zara owner Inditex has committed $50 million to an IFC-led fund that aims to raise $400 million to provide low-cost loans to suppliers investing in energy efficiency and cleaner energy. The initiative seeks to help smaller businesses, particularly in developing countries, transition to net-zero operations as the fashion industry faces pressure to reduce emissions.
IIFL Finance to raise Rs 6,414 crore through preferential issue; Blackstone to invest Rs 5,000 crore
IIFL Finance approved a Rs 6,414 crore capital raise led by Blackstone, which will invest Rs 5,000 crore for an approximately 16% stake. Promoters Nirmal Jain and R Venkataraman will collectively invest Rs 1,264 crore through warrants.
Blackstone to acquire 16% stake in IIFL Finance as NBFC announces Rs 6,414 crore capital raise led by global investor
IIFL Finance is preparing to secure Rs 6,414 crore through a major investment round. Blackstone is set to invest Rs 5,000 crore for a stake in the company. Nirmal Jain and R. Venkataraman will also contribute Rs 1,264 crore via warrants in the financing round. Additionally, Anchorage Capital will participate with a ₹150 crore investment. This transaction marks one of the largest private equity investments in India's NBFC sector.
How intelligent commerce is shaping the next frontier of merchant payments
For a decade, the task in India’s merchant payments was to get every shop and website to accept digital money. The value, leaders argued, at GFF 2026, is now moving to identity, risk, credit and growth, and to preparing the checkout for AI agents that may soon shop on consumers’ behalf.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%
The FPIs that were selling in the Indian market all these months mostly owned large-cap stocks. And as they sold them, it was that segment which bore the brunt of the selling. The same logic will operate in reverse as they start buying, focusing once again on the safer and more liquid large-cap stocks.
India's invisible pain: The dirt in the air comes with a hefty price tag for economy and businesses
Severe pollution plaguing Indian cities is taking a toll on businesses. Restrictions placed on construction and transportation impede the movement of goods, leading to increased operational expenses. Many consumers are opting out of outdoor activities due to dangerous air quality, resulting in a drop in sales and foot traffic.
Sensex & Nifty fall in Muhurat trade for first time since 2017
Indian equities experienced a slight decline during the Diwali Muhurat trading session for the first time since 2017. The Sensex ended at 80,999.40, down 28.62 points, and the Nifty closed at 24,986.40, shedding 43.95 points. Despite the drop, market sentiment has recently shown signs of improvement, particularly with foreign investors becoming buyers again.
Digital lenders clock 40-50% revenue growth as credit demand surges
Digital lender Kissht's revenue from operations rose 44.7% year-on-year to Rs 732 crore, while Moneyview reported 41% growth to Rs 1,120 crore. MobiKwik's financial services revenue increased 41.8% to Rs 87 crore, while Paytm's financial services distribution revenue grew 49.3% to Rs 912 crore.
The great Indian biscuit battle begins: Can Reliance crack the code?
Reliance Consumer Products Ltd is set to foray into India's competitive biscuit market, with an aim to leverage affordable pricing and a wide variety of products to attract consumers. Industry leaders Britannia and Parle dominate the market, making it challenging for new entrants like Reliance's Independence.
TPG invests ₹525 crore in Kirloskar-backed Arka Fincap
The Rise Funds of TPG is planning a significant investment of ₹525 crore into Arka Fincap, backed by the Kirloskar Group. This investment has the potential to be increased to ₹800 crore based on specific performance indicators and regulatory green lights. The funds will support Arka's expansion into secured retail lending and revamp its technological infrastructure.
Gold drops as strong US payrolls boost dollar, yields
In light of stronger-than-anticipated US payroll figures, gold prices dipped significantly as the data suggested a robust labor market. This development heightened expectations for sustained high-interest rates from the Federal Reserve, bolstering the dollar's strength. Spot gold saw a decline of 0.3% to reach $4,074.36 per ounce, while US gold futures fell by 0.9%. However, Indian retail demand picked up ahead of Diwali festivities, taking advantage of the lower prices.
Nifty soars 11% in 10 days, but why is your portfolio not moving up?
Nifty surged 10.75% in 10 sessions, crossing 25,000, but gains remained concentrated in large-cap stocks. Foreign investor inflows boosted heavyweight shares, while midcap, smallcap and microcap indices continued declining, disappointing retail investors.
Stop AI from Eroding Your Brand
Artificial intelligence is changing how companies operate and how customers experience their brands. New research suggests that companies with lower levels of “brand debt”—the trust, relevance, and consistency lost when products, experiences, and decisions drift away from customer expectations—are significantly more likely to outperform their peers. Drawing on a benchmark of 60 companies and lessons from Bose’s digital transformation, the lessons here are that managing brand debt should become an enterprise-wide priority rather than a marketing exercise. As AI increasingly shapes customer interactions, companies that manage brand debt deliberately will be better positioned to strengthen trust, sustain growth, and preserve competitive advantage
Unilever to take India playbook to Africa, Vietnam, Pakistan and Bangladesh to drive growth
Unilever plans to use its India business as a blueprint for growth in Africa, Vietnam, Pakistan and Bangladesh. The company aims to replicate India's distribution network, category-building strategy and ability to serve consumers across income groups in these underpenetrated markets. India contributes $6.3 billion, or around 16%, of Unilever's revenue.
Karnataka: At IKEA store launch, Shivakumar seeks more jobs for Kannadigas
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar inaugurated IKEA's second store in Bengaluru, urging the company to prioritize local hiring. He emphasized the need for greater employment opportunities for Kannadigas within the private sector. Additionally, Shivakumar encouraged IKEA to strengthen ties with Karnataka's small and medium enterprises for sourcing furniture.
UPI MDR proposal: Street vendors may pass on charges to customers or switch to cash, ISB survey finds
Payments by street vendors exceeding Rs 2,000 may incur charges under the proposed merchant discount rate framework. Many vendors may switch to cash transactions if additional costs are imposed by suppliers. Awareness of the framework varies among vendors in different city tiers, affecting their payment acceptance practices. A significant percentage of Tier 1 vendors are likely to pass on additional charges to customers.
These 11 private and public banking stocks have an upside of up to 33% in 1 year, according to analysts
It is too early to read a lot into the divergence seen in the stock price movements of private and PSU banks on Tuesday. Neither can it be said with any certainty that it had anything to do with FII buying. Against this background, remember: For any investor interested in the banking sector, the price movements should matter less than what the overall Q2 performance of both private and PSU banks reveals.
Rap the app & knock on Nasdaq's door
Indian retail investors can now step into the US stock market using various innovative online platforms. Investment apps like Groww and Zerodha are making it easier for small traders to explore overseas equity opportunities. While the lower entry thresholds encourage wider participation, investors must keep in mind the potential tax ramifications and compliance challenges. Direct investments may offer more control, but they typically bring a complex tax filing process.
Beyond tech: Kotak MF’s Shibani Kurian on India’s next innovation-led winners
Innovation-led investment opportunities in India are extending well beyond technology, with healthcare, auto components and industrials emerging as key areas of interest, according to Shibani Kurian, Head of Equity Research and Senior Fund Manager at Kotak Mahindra AMC. “Innovation can be seen across sectors and not necessarily limited to technology,” she said.
Ambani tops Forbes' global billionaire gainers list with $6 bn wealth jump as Reliance shares soar
Mukesh Ambani has become the largest wealth gainer globally, adding USD 6 billion to his fortune. Reliance Industries shares surged 11.6 percent after a favorable quarterly earnings announcement. The company's consolidated net profit increased by 40.6 percent year-on-year, exceeding analysts' expectations significantly. Core earnings for its refining and Jio Platforms businesses experienced significant growth during the quarter. Ambani's wealth rose to USD 88.8 billion, placing him as the richest Indian.
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