Two-Wheeler Peak Beckons In FY26; Scooters, Premium Push Drive Demand
After seven years, India’s two-wheeler market nears a pre-pandemic peak in FY26, driven by GST-led affordability, scooter outperformance, premiumisation, and a recovery in rural and replacement demand.
From Rings To Returns: How Blockchain Brings Diamonds To Portfolios
Bought mostly for love or status, diamonds are now being repackaged like an ETF, with blockchain ensuring investors get exposed only to standardised and conflict-free stones.
The Indian Recycling Industry Is Booming. Can It Last?
The industry is currently in the midst of a definitive "up-cycle," driven by momentum that has been carefully built over the last five years.
Markets Rise But On The Basis Of Signals That Seem Early
Markets snapped their five-day losing streak on Monday after the US ambassador to India Sergio Gore said that the US and India will engage in trade talks
The Great Indian Trade Train: India Needs Its Own ‘Table Setter’
India’s cautious trade style contrasts Washington’s speed, raising questions whether reforms, empowered negotiators and faster decisions can drive 1991-style pivot.
Q3 Results Unlikely To Provide Significant Market Boost
The big Q3 results expected this week include TCS and Infosys
A 3,000-km Expansion Pushes GAIL’s Pipeline Network Into A New Phase
In this week's The Core Report Weekend Edition, Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with Sandeep Gupta, Chairman & MD, GAIL about India’s gas major is rapidly expanding its pipeline grid while betting on AI to boost efficiency, cut costs and future-proof its energy network.
Trump’s Imperial Turn Leaves India With No Easy Choices
Trump’s revival of imperial doctrine upends global norms, pressures India strategically, and demands stronger sovereignty, economic resilience, and principled opposition.
Markets Take A Beating On 500% Tariff Threat
A United States sanctions bill targeting buyers of discounted Russian oil with 500% tariffs on goods and services could technically target China, India and Brazil
Geopolitical Tensions Are In Full Sway Over Indian Markets
India's economy is expected to grow at 7.4 percent in the year ending March 31st, 2026, according to the National Statistics Office of the Government of India
India’s Luxury Car Market Heads Into 2026 Under Currency Strain
In 2026, Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi are betting on premiumisation, EV adoption and deeper penetration into Tier-II cities through new model launches, even as sustained foreign-exchange volatility remains a key challenge.












