Credit demand zooms as policy eases, outstanding bank credit crossed Rs 200 lakh cr for the first time on Dec 31, 2025
India’s credit demand is surging. Lower taxes and supportive monetary policy are fueling investment. Outstanding bank credit has crossed a major milestone. This growth surpasses projections, indicating a strong economic rebound. Auto loans, small and mid-sized companies, and home loans are key drivers. Investment intentions are translating into spending, creating a positive environment.
Oil market dynamics: Factors that will drive prices in 2026
Crude oil posted its sharpest annual decline since 2020 in 2025, with Brent down 19% and WTI falling 20% as prices slid to near multi-year lows. Persistent oversupply, where global production consistently outpaced demand and inventories swelled, outweighed brief price support from geopolitical tensions, keeping the market under pressure.
ICICI Lombard alerts exchanges after employee shares draft Q3 results on WhatsApp
ICICI Lombard reported a corporate governance lapse after draft financial results were accidentally posted on a senior employee’s personal WhatsApp status. The insurer promptly removed the post and informed stock exchanges as a precaution. This incident highlights concerns over safeguarding sensitive information amid informal messaging, following a similar case with Hatsun Agro Product.
Mcap of 7 of top-10 most valued firms erodes by Rs 3.63 lakh cr; Reliance biggest laggard
The combined market valuation of seven of the top-10 most valued firms eroded by Rs 3,63,412.18 crore last week, with Reliance Industries emerging as the biggest laggard, amid a bearish trend in equities.
HCL Tech Q3 Preview: Double-digit revenue growth, margin recovery eyed
HCL Technologies is expected to post a strong revenue performance in the December quarter, with brokerages forecasting around 12% year-on-year growth, supported by seasonality in products and ER&D services, currency tailwinds and ramp-up of large deals.
Investor Alert: More data, better returns? Aswath Damodaran weighs in
Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran warns that an AI-driven data explosion doesn’t guarantee better investment decisions. He cautions against false precision and overconfidence, emphasizing that true competitive advantage lies in interpretation and judgment, not just data access. Global markets saw significant growth in 2025, with technology leading sectors.
Budget 2026: States seek higher capex aid, GST loss compensation in pre-Budget talks with Sitharaman
States met with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ahead of the FY27 budget. They asked for more special assistance for capital investments and help with GST revenue losses. Increased funding for urban and rural schemes was also requested. Support for housing programs and disaster management was highlighted. The minister urged states to undertake reforms for India’s […]
Ashwini Vaishnaw likely to attend US critical minerals meet amid China’s supply-chain weaponisation
India is set to participate in a key US-organized meet on critical minerals, with Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw likely to represent the nation. This engagement signals a broader US effort to diversify supply chains away from China’s dominance. India will also join the US-led Pax Silica initiative ahead of its AI summit.