Category: Finance

The Andhra Pradesh government has granted a conditional No Objection Certificate to Vedanta Limited for drilling 20 onshore oil and gas wells in Krishna district. This move, announced on December 26, 2025, aims to boost India’s domestic energy production under strict environmental rules, addressing the nation’s growing need for oil and gas amid global supply challenges. This approval comes at a time when India is pushing to increase local output…

Georgia lawmakers are gearing up for one final meeting of a key Senate committee focused on wiping out the state’s personal income tax. This push, led by Republican leaders, comes ahead of the 2026 legislative session starting in January, as they explore ways to replace billions in lost revenue while aiming to boost economic growth. Committee Plans Final Push Before Session The Georgia Senate Study Committee to Eliminate Georgia’s Income…

Indian stock markets gear up for a positive start on December 24, 2025, as GIFT NIFTY futures signal gains amid upbeat global cues. Traders eye whether NIFTY50 can sustain its bullish momentum above key levels after a flat close on Tuesday. Market Overview and Recent Performance NIFTY50 ended Tuesday’s session with a slim gain of just three points, closing at 26,172 after trading in a tight 100 point range. This…

Indian stock markets kicked off the week with strong gains on December 22, 2025, driven by a recovering rupee and upbeat global signals. Investors now eye key stocks like HCL Tech, Indian Hotels, IRCTC, and Ambuja Cements, which could see action today due to major corporate updates and market trends. Market Overview and Recent Performance The Sensex jumped 638 points to close at 85,567.48, while the Nifty 50 rose 206…

Gold prices soared to a new all-time high on December 22, 2025, driven by strong bets on further Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and rising geopolitical tensions in Venezuela. This surge marks the best yearly performance for the metal in over 40 years, with spot gold reaching $4,383.73 per ounce during Asian trading hours. The Surge Reaches New Peaks Gold has been on a remarkable run throughout 2025, breaking multiple…

Infosys stock reached a new 52 week high of 23.28 USD on December 19, 2025, driven by a massive short squeeze that sent its American Depositary Receipts soaring over 56 percent in a single trading session on the New York Stock Exchange. This surge triggered a brief trading halt due to extreme volatility, highlighting strong investor interest amid positive global tech trends and company developments like AI projects and a…

The Indian rupee dropped to a fresh all-time low of 90.83 against the US dollar on December 16, 2025, amid ongoing foreign investor outflows and delays in a key trade deal with the United States. This marks the currency’s continued slide, driven by economic pressures that have made it Asia’s worst-performing currency this year. Reasons Behind the Rupee’s Sharp Decline Market experts point to several factors fueling the rupee’s fall.…

Georgia’s economy stands on shaky ground as a new forecast from the University of Georgia warns of a near coin toss chance of recession next year. The Selig Center for Economic Growth predicts a 49 percent risk, driven by national policies like trade wars and immigration changes, with slow growth expected to continue from 2025 into 2026. This outlook comes amid broader U.S. economic challenges, where experts point to tariffs…

Indian equities stayed under pressure on Monday morning, with benchmark indices extending last week’s decline as global jitters, a sliding rupee, and sector-wide selling kept traders on edge. The Sensex trimmed early losses but still traded sharply lower, while broader markets cracked, led by autos, real estate, and pharma stocks. Benchmarks Slide Despite Early Recovery Attempts The BSE Sensex hovered near 84,959 by mid-morning, down about 308 points, or 0.36…

China plans to tighten silver exports starting January 1, 2026, forcing companies to get special licenses for shipments. This move could push global silver prices up amid rising demand from solar and electronics sectors, while India sees record imports signaling strong physical needs. What the New Policy Means China’s Ministry of Commerce announced the changes late last year, requiring all silver exports to go through a licensing system. This applies…