billion wiped out! Softbank market cap plunges; drop in Asian AI-linked companies drives fall

$32 billion wiped out! Softbank market cap plunges; drop in Asian AI-linked companies drives fall

The Japanese conglomerate, with its extensive AI investment portfolio spanning various sectors, saw a substantial $32 billion reduction in market capitalisation. (AI image) SoftBank Group’s shares saw a dramatic 14% decline on Wednesday, accompanied by broader falls across Asian AI-related companies, reflecting similar drops in their US counterparts. Investors displayed increasing caution towards the high…

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India mulls CNH trade at GIFT City: Amid easing ties with China, banks push for Yuan transactions; high-level review under way

India mulls CNH trade at GIFT City: Amid easing ties with China, banks push for Yuan transactions; high-level review under way

AI image used for representative purposes Following improved India-China relations, the authorities, including the International Financial Services Centre Authority (IFSCA), are evaluating a banking sector proposal to enable International Banking Units at Gujarat International Finance Tec City (GIFT City) to conduct transactions in offshore renminbi (CNH).GIFT City operates as a global financial services hub, serving…

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Longest government shutdown in US history: Trump, Democrats at impasse; Americans brace for widening fallout

Longest government shutdown in US history: Trump, Democrats at impasse; Americans brace for widening fallout

The United States has entered uncharted territory as the ongoing government shutdown surpassed all previous records, becoming the longest-ever on Wednesday, exceeding the 35-day benchmark set during Donald Trump’s first term. The stalemate—rooted in a bitter dispute over healthcare spending—has left federal agencies shuttered, key welfare programmes suspended, and millions of Americans bracing for deepening…

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Impact of Reliance exposure to US? RIL cuts Russian crude buys; prepares to stop imports from sanctioned firms

Impact of Reliance exposure to US? RIL cuts Russian crude buys; prepares to stop imports from sanctioned firms

Data from Kpler shows Reliance’s imports dropped to 534,000 barrels per day (bpd) in October. (AI image) Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries (RIL) has cut back on its crude oil imports from the Russia and in the coming months is expected to stop buying from entities sanctioned by the Donald Trump administration. RIL is the largest…

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Trump-Xi meet aftermath: China extends 24 per cent tariff suspension deal by a year; base 10 per cent duty to remain

Trump-Xi meet aftermath: China extends 24 per cent tariff suspension deal by a year; base 10 per cent duty to remain

China on Wednesday announced it will extend the suspension of an additional 24 per cent tariff on American goods for another year, while retaining a 10 per cent general tariff. According to a statement on the Ministry of Finance website, as cited by AFP, the State Council approved the measure, saying that “for one year,…

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Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on November 5 for Guru Nanak Jayanti? Check state-wise list

Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on November 5 for Guru Nanak Jayanti? Check state-wise list

Banks across several states will remain closed on Wednesday, November 5, in observance of Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima. With physical branches shut in multiple regions, customers planning in-person visits or time-sensitive transactions are advised to check local schedules in advance. States observing a bank holiday on November 5 👉 Visit the Official SleepLean…

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Confident of regaining No. 2 slot in India: Hyundai’s Garg

Confident of regaining No. 2 slot in India: Hyundai’s Garg

Tarun Garg – the COO of Hyundai India (who is set to take charge as CEO and MD from January) 👉 Visit the Official SleepLean Website NEW DELHI: With plans to launch over two dozen new cars in India over the next few years, Hyundai on Tuesday said it is confident of getting back its…

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SBI net rises 10% to 20,000 crore on stake sale in Yes Bank

SBI net rises 10% to 20,000 crore on stake sale in Yes Bank

MUMBAI: State Bank of India (SBI) reported a 10% rise in standalone net profit for the quarter ended Sept, aided by a one-time gain from the sale of its stake in Yes Bank and steady loan growth. During the quarter the bank’s total business crossed the Rs 100 lakh crore-mark. The bank’s standalone net profit…

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Mehli says Tata bye bye a week after his ouster

Mehli says Tata bye bye a week after his ouster

MUMBAI: Days after filing a caveat before the Maharashtra charity commissioner, seeking a hearing before being ousted as a Tata Trusts trustee, Mehli Mistry said on Tuesday that he wished to “part ways” with the public charities, noting that “precipitating matters would cause irreparable harm to the reputation of Tata Trusts”.Mistry’s decision effectively de-escalates tensions…

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IndiGo Q2 results: Airline posts Rs 2,582 crore loss on forex hit; revenue up 9% YoY as cost pressures rise

IndiGo Q2 results: Airline posts Rs 2,582 crore loss on forex hit; revenue up 9% YoY as cost pressures rise

After flying high in the June quarter, IndiGo’s earnings took a sharp turn as the airline posted a net loss of Rs 2,582 crore for the September quarter. The reversal comes despite steady growth in operations and passenger traffic, with revenue rising 9% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 18,555 crore, according to an ET report. In…

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