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Zepto Files for $1.22 Billion IPO as Quick Commerce Shifts
Zepto files for $1.22 billion IPO as quick commerce competition moves from private funding rounds to public markets. The filing marks a turning point for India’s fast delivery sector, where scale, capital discipline, and profitability are now under investor scrutiny. IPO Filing Signals New Phase for Quick Commerce Zepto files for $1.22 billion IPO at a time when the quick…
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India’s capex momentum revives with corporate and government investment gains
India’s corporate capex rose 11% to ₹9.4 lakh crore in FY25, and the government’s capital expenditure increased 40% in H1 FY26, signalling a strong revival in investment activity amid infrastructure push and private-sector revival. Corporate capex recovery takes holdCorporate capital expenditure (capex) by 1,899 listed non-financial companies in India reached…
2025 Climate Summit Ends Without Binding Fossil-Fuel Exit Pledge
The outcome of the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference saw no binding fossil-fuel exit commitment, raising questions around the future of carbon markets and global decarbonisation momentum. The focus now shifts to how voluntary action, carbon pricing and investor behaviour will fill the gap. Negotiations stall and fossil-fuel phase-out…
US Economy Shrugs Off $11 Billion Shutdown Hit, Recession Risk Low
The US economy continues displaying resilience despite a 43-day government shutdown that inflicted an estimated $11 billion permanent loss. Senior officials now judge recession risk to be low, citing fundamentals such as easing policy and targeted reforms. Shutdown cost estimated, yet growth prospects hold firmThe main keyword “US economy” captures…
Japan Approves $135 Billion Stimulus As Economy Doubles Down On Stability
Japan has approved a $135 billion economic stimulus package as the world’s fourth largest economy doubles down on supporting growth, stabilising demand and shielding households and businesses from global headwinds. The package, a mix of fiscal spending, targeted subsidies and support for corporate investment, comes at a critical moment. Japan…
Global Investors Pull Back From Equity Funds As Tech Valuations Near Dot-Com Parallels
Global investors are pulling back from equity funds as tech valuations near dot-com-era parallels, signalling a shift from exuberance to caution and raising questions about the sustainability of current growth multiples. Equity fund flows fell sharply, with global investors adding only around $4 billion in net inflows in the week…
India Enters Global Top 10 for Branded Residences — Luxury Real Estate Leaps Forward
India has officially entered the global top 10 for branded residences, reflecting strong growth in luxury real estate and rising demand for premium, brand-affiliated homes in key Indian markets. India’s inclusion in the global top 10 branded residences ranking signals a major shift for its real-estate market. With local developers…