Indian business groups saw varied fortunes in 2025. The Shriram Group topped gains with a 59% market cap increase. Venu Srinivasan Group and Vedanta Group also performed well. However, Ravi Jaipuria Group and HCL Group experienced significant drops. Tata Group companies like TCS and Trent faced pressure. Market volatility impacted returns across the board.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong