Aug 31, 2026
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Coverage of companies, startups, markets, investments and economic developments shaping business in India and around the world.
Aug 31, 2026
India’s New Closing Auction Faces Its Biggest Test Yet With MSCI Rebalance
India’s new stock-market Closing Auction Session faces a major liquidity test as MSCI’s August rebalance is implemented after the August 31 close.
Aug 30, 2026
Temasek Backs Singapore Airlines’ Air India Investment as $1.5 Billion Funding Request Draws Scrutiny
Temasek has backed Singapore Airlines’ long-term investment in Air India as the Indian carrier reportedly seeks about $1.5 billion in fresh equity from its owners. Here is why the funding request matters, what is driving Air India’s losses and what happens next.
Aug 30, 2026
HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan to Step Down in October: What Happens Next
HDFC Bank CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan will retire on October 26 after deciding not to seek reappointment. Here is what the leadership change means for India’s largest private-sector bank, its succession process and investors.
Aug 29, 2026
India’s Forex Reserves Hit Record $729.3 Billion: What the Surge Means for the Rupee and Economy
India’s foreign exchange reserves reached a record $729.33 billion in the week ended August 21, 2026. Here is what drove the surge, how RBI’s dollar swap window contributed, and what the larger buffer means for the rupee, imports and investors.
Aug 28, 2026
Jio Platforms IPO Gets SEBI Approval: Issue Size, Debt Plan and What Happens Next
Jio Platforms has received SEBI clearance for its proposed IPO, moving what could become India’s largest public issue closer to launch. Here is what is confirmed about the fresh share sale, debt repayment plan, business scale and next steps for investors.
Aug 27, 2026
S&P Keeps India at BBB With Stable Outlook: What It Means for Growth, Debt and Investors
S&P Global Ratings has reaffirmed India’s BBB/A-2 sovereign rating with a stable outlook, balancing strong growth and infrastructure investment against high public debt and fiscal constraints. Here is what the decision means for the economy, government borrowing and investors.
Aug 27, 2026
India’s Goods Exports Cross $200 Billion in FY27: What Is Driving the 15% Growth
India’s merchandise exports have crossed $200 billion in FY2026-27 through August 21 as shipments continue to grow at a double-digit pace. Here is what is driving the rise, what could slow it and whether India can reach $500 billion in goods exports this year.
Aug 26, 2026
UPI Turns 10: How India’s Payment System Grew to 23.6 Billion Monthly Transactions
UPI has completed 10 years after transforming everyday payments in India. Here is how transaction volumes exploded, why merchant payments matter, how far UPI has expanded globally and what comes next.
Aug 24, 2026
India’s First Tokenised Corporate Bond Is Coming: How the REC Pilot Will Work
India is preparing its first tokenised corporate bond pilot with REC. Here is how blockchain settlement, CBDC payments and DEMAT 2.0 are expected to work.
Aug 23, 2026