The 3QFY24 corporate earnings ended on a strong note, with widespread outperformance across aggregates, driven by continued margin tailwinds. Domestic cyclicals such as Autos and Financials, along with global cyclicals (i.e., Metals and O&G) drove the beat. Technology posted a marginal decline in earnings, its first in 26 quarters. The aggregate earnings of the MOFSL … Read more
Ministers have been urged by Citizens Advice to protect consumers from a hike in household energy bills to pay for the proposed Sizewell C power station, amid international tensions over the rising costs of nuclear projects. The UK’s largest independent advice provider has raised concerns that the project in Suffolk may offer “poor value for … Read more
In a solemn acknowledgment of shifting demographics and cultural evolution, Japan’s iconic ‘Somin-sai’ festival (Naked Men festival) in Iwate bid its final farewell on February 17. As reported by Asahi Shimbun, a longstanding tradition that spanned a millennium reached its conclusion, marking the end of an era. For generations, this peculiar festival has drawn crowds … Read more
They are simple, practical items that have rolled seamlessly along bullet train aisles for decades, carrying snacks to millions of hungry travellers as they are whisked along at speeds of around 300km/h (186mph). But now the humble food and beverage trolleys of one of Japanâs shinkansen routes have become an unlikely must-have item in canteens … Read more
A north London teacher has warned others to be on their guard if their mobile phone suddenly stops working. Fraudsters apparently used the ID information she had given to a lettings agent to first take over her phone and then clean out her bank account. Angela Nevin* says she is still reeling from the episode … Read more
In the blink of an eye, a united Ireland has transformed from a largely unsayable demand into what feels like a new political reality. This turn in the tide has allowed the Sinn Féin president, Mary Lou McDonald, to recently claim a referendum will happen by 2030. Galvanised by the return of power-sharing to Stormont … Read more
BOE risks deepening UKâs recession, Andy Haldane warns Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty Images The Bank of England risks making the UKâs recession worse unless it cuts interest rates soon, the central bankâs former chief economist has warned. Andy Haldane, who left the Bank in 2021 after a 32-year stint, says his former colleagues should consider loosening policy … Read more
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange’s fight to avoid facing spying charges in the United States may be nearing an end following a protracted legal saga in the U.K. that included seven years of self-exile inside a foreign embassy and five years in prison. Assange faces what could be his final court hearing in London next week … Read more
The working life of a delivery app rider is dictated by the tyranny of time. Time between deliveries, the time it takes to make a delivery, the time that a rider needs to rest, go to the bathroom, eat. Ulisses Cioffi is a rider who is part of a group that organised last week’s Valentine’s … Read more
Bajaj Auto. Share Price 8494.05 10:34 AM | 19 Feb 2024 169.00(2.04%) Grasim Industries. Share Price 2148.05 10:34 AM | 19 Feb 2024 42.41(2.02%) Adani Enterprises. Share Price 3282.20 10:34 AM | 19 Feb 2024 58.41(1.82%) Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories. Share Price 6419.20 10:34 AM | 19 Feb 2024 101.86(1.62%) Bharti Airtel. Share Price 1135.95 10:34 … Read more
