Gold is no longer just a hedge, but increasingly a value-creation asset, with investors using it for both long-term allocation and short-term gains, according to Siddharth Srivastava of Mirae Asset Investment Managers. Speaking to CNBC-TV18, Srivastava said investor behaviour around gold has undergone a noticeable shift. “When we used to talk two years back, we…
India’s QR-based payments ecosystem, anchored by the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), is being positioned as a global benchmark as it expands through cross-border integrations, with industry voices pointing to both rising international adoption and the need for stronger security and interoperability. Pulkit Ahuja, Founder & CEO of Proxgy, said the next phase of growth will…
Amit Jhingran, MD & CEO of SBI Life Insurance Company, expects the company to deliver steady growth in 2026-27 (FY27), targeting around 14% top-line expansion while continuing to outperform the industry. Despite near-term volatility, he remains confident of meeting growth expectations with consistent execution. He also emphasised a continued focus on profitability and product mix,…
Balanced Advantage Funds (BAFs), also known as dynamic asset allocation funds, are gaining attention among investors looking to navigate volatile markets with relatively lower risk. These funds actively shift between equity and debt based on market conditions, aiming to balance returns and downside protection. According to Varun Fatehpuria, Founder & CEO of Daulat Finvest Private…
India and South Korea have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to link their electronic payment systems, enabling citizens of both countries to use their domestic QR-based payment methods while travelling. The integration, announced by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung during a joint statement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is aimed at making cross-border…
Money habits are often difficult to identify in real time, which makes them challenging to manage. Many of these patterns may appear harmless or justified in the moment but can gradually affect savings and long-term financial stability. Financial experts note that recognising such behaviours early and making incremental changes can help improve outcomes over time….
WhatsApp has begun rolling out a feature that allows users in India to complete prepaid mobile recharges directly within the app, as part of its payments offering in partnership with PayU. The rollout is being carried out in phases across Android and iOS, and the feature may not yet be visible to all users. Once…
Arihant Capital Markets Limited has announced the launch of the Arihant Bharat Advantage Fund, a Category III Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) aimed at identifying investment opportunities beyond the conventional large-cap universe. According to the company, the open-ended fund will focus on underfollowed segments of the listed market, particularly small-, micro-, and nano-cap companies, which together…
A steady increase in liver disease cases across younger age groups and smaller cities is prompting insurers to reassess health coverage norms, as claims rise and treatment costs escalate alongside changing lifestyle risks. Industry data indicates that claims related to liver ailments have doubled over the past three years, while treatment costs have increased by…
American Express has partnered with Zomato’s District platform to introduce a midweek dining offer aimed at increasing credit card usage beyond the traditional weekend peak. Under the programme, “Amex Wednesdays”, eligible cardholders can avail 25% savings on dining transactions every Wednesday through 2026. The benefit is capped at ₹5,000 per transaction and ₹10,000 per card…
