The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved a proposal by Central Bank of India to increase its shareholding in two insurance joint ventures—Generali Central Insurance Company Limited and Generali Central Life Insurance Company Limited. The approval relates to a transaction in which the public sector lender will…
Private-sector employers in the United States added 63,000 jobs in February, according to the latest data released in the ADP National Employment Report on March 4, 2026. The report provides an early snapshot of labour market conditions ahead of the government’s official employment data. The report is based…
India’s flagship farmer income support initiative, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan), is expected to release its 22nd installment soon, with payments likely to be credited in early or mid-March 2026 based on previous payment patterns. The upcoming installment comes at a time when the government is…
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has approved a pilot initiative to automatically settle inoperative EPF accounts with balances of ₹1,000 or less, in a move aimed at simplifying withdrawals and ensuring faster access to funds for members. Under the new system, small unclaimed balances will be directly…
Shares of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited may remain in focus after reports indicated that India is moving ahead with a major defence acquisition involving six advanced Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) submarines. The proposed deal, estimated at around ₹99,000 crore, is expected to significantly strengthen the country’s underwater combat…
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March 5, 2026
Market View 05th March, 2026
View on market: Volatility persists, eagerly searching for growth: Global equities showed signs of recovery after recent volatility linked to Middle East tensions. In the United States, futures for the S&P 500 and the Euro Stoxx indicated a strong start. Asian markets rebounded following a sharp selloff in…
March 4, 2026
Market View 04th March, 2026
View on market: Volatility persists, eagerly searching for growth: Global equity markets remained under pressure as rising tensions in Iran increased concerns about inflation and energy supply disruptions. US futures for the S&P 500 and Europe’s Euro Stoxx declined sharply, reflecting weak investor sentiment. In Asia, markets extended…
(source: icicipruamc.com) ICICI Prudential Diversified Equity All Cap Active FOF NFO: Mutual Fund ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund Scheme Name ICICI Prudential Diversified Equity All Cap Active FOF Objective of Scheme The primary objective of the Scheme is to generate long term capital appreciation primarily from a portfolio that…
March 2, 2026
Market View 02nd March, 2026
View on market: Volatility persists, eagerly searching for growth: Global markets witnessed heightened volatility as escalating tensions in the Middle East triggered a sharp shift away from riskier assets. Equity markets across regions declined as investors reacted to military action involving the United States and Israel against Iran.…