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Mumbai: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed on Thursday, led by firm buying in IT stocks and hopes that the US Federal Reserve may adopt a less aggressive monetary policy stance in the coming months following softer-than-expected inflation data. Amid this, shares of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company Spice Lounge Food Works Ltd. hit a 5 per cent upper circuit. The stock opened at Rs 26.50, a gain of Rs 1.15 or 4.5 per cent from the previous close of Rs 25.35 on the BSE. It gained further, hitting its 5 per cent upper price band of Rs 26.61. Last…

New Delhi: For the last few years, buy the dip has become the default action for Indian equity investors. Markets fell, retail money rushed in, and they rebounded, rewarding investors who added money. But 2025-26 has tested this playbook extensively. According to experts, geopolitical risks, high inflation in pockets of the world, and rising volatility have taught investors that not every dip bounces back on schedule, and that markets can keep dipping further.  This shift is changing investor behaviour, and instead of timing the markets, more investors - both retail and High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs) - are now asking…

New Delhi: India's residential market is entering a more discerning phase, one where the definition of an upgrade extends far beyond a larger home or a more prestigious address. Buyers today are becoming increasingly selective, placing greater emphasis on the overall quality of the offering rather than simply its price point. From trusted developer brands and thoughtfully planned communities to integrated lifestyle ecosystems and future-ready amenities, purchasing decisions are being shaped by experience as much as by investment potential. This evolving preference reflects a growing 'flight-to-quality' trend, signalling a broader shift towards premiumisation that is steadily reshaping demand across India's…