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Camera lens behind Israel–Iran conflict: How Iran’s missiles are finding their mark
Iran is reportedly hacking private CCTV cameras inside Israel to assess missile impacts in real time. Israeli officials say these breaches are helping Iran adjust its targeting during ongoing hostilities, raising urgent concerns about the global misuse of everyday tech in wartime. The tactic mirrors previous hacks by Hamas and Russia, exposing widespread vulnerabilities in unsecured cameras. Despite repeated warnings, tens of thousands of Israeli devices remain unprotected — turning home surveillance into an unintended source of battlefield intelligence.
MakeMyTrip raises $3.1 billion to cut Chinese firm Trip’s holding
With this, Trip.com’s stake in MakeMyTrip has fallen to 19.99% from 45.34%, with two directors, down from five. This comes a month after MakeMyTrip faced allegations of endangering the travel data of Indian army personnel due to its Chinese shareholding.
U.S. stock market futures fall: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq fall on oil drop, Fed signals, and rising Iran–Israel tensions
U.S. stock market futures slipped early Thursday as the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq reacted to weaker oil prices, fading hopes of a Fed rate cut, and growing tensions between Iran and Israel with possible U.S. involvement. Investors are staying cautious after Fed officials hinted at just one rate cut in 2024, despite cooling inflation. The drop in Brent crude and a flight to safe assets like gold have added to market anxiety. With global headlines shifting quickly, traders are watching both Wall Street and the Middle East. Here's everything you need to know about what’s moving the market today.
CS Setty affirms sustainable development as core to SBI’s credit expansion
SBI is prioritizing profitability through operational efficiency, credit underwriting, cost reduction, and CASA mobilization, alongside commitments to financial inclusion and economic policy. The bank aims for a green portfolio of ₹6 lakh crore by 2030, aligning with India's sustainability goals. Yono 2.0, a transformative omni-channel platform, is under development to enhance customer experience across all banking channels.
Uday Kotak spots a big shift in India's money habits: Savers turning investors
Uday Kotak highlights a significant transformation in India's financial ecosystem, with savers increasingly embracing equity investments. Mutual fund assets, predominantly in equity schemes, have doubled to 31% of bank deposits post-Covid, signaling a structural shift. While this strengthens domestic risk capital, Kotak advises caution against excessive market exuberance.
All routes lead to Mideast and Iran-Israel war won’t shut down the 'Silicon Road'
Asian companies are increasingly focusing on the Middle East. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE are investing heavily in new industries. This attracts firms from South Korea, China, and India. Banks from London, Singapore, and Tokyo are also showing interest. More companies are using banks to facilitate business in this region. Chinese and Japanese lenders are gaining recognition in Dubai.
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Sebi allows IAs, RAs to use liquid mutual funds, overnight funds to meet deposit requirement
Markets regulator Sebi has allowed Investment Advisers (IAs) and Research Analysts (RAs) to use liquid mutual funds and overnight funds as an additional option to the bank fixed deposit to meet their deposit requirements.
FASTag annual pass: You will pay 70% less toll on Rs 3000 annual pass vs normal toll: Nitin Gadkari explains
FASTag annual pass: Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, announced the introduction of a FASTag annual pass for Rs 3,000, valid for 200 trips. In another post on X, he provided details on how the FASTag annual pass will work and what 200 trips mean. Read on to know how the new annual FASTag will help you save money every year.
S&P 500 ends nearly flat, gives back gains; Fed's Powell says inflation to rise
The S&P 500 remained almost unchanged on Wednesday. This happened after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell discussed the impact of tariffs on inflation. The central bank kept interest rates steady. Investors are also closely monitoring the Middle East situation. Energy sector saw declines, while information technology experienced gains. Circle Internet shares rose following stablecoin bill passage.
US stocks trade in range after Fed keeps interest rate unchanged
Wall Street saw volatility as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. Middle East tensions and fluctuating oil prices impacted the market. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq initially rose after the Fed's announcement but then stabilized. Investors are awaiting Jerome Powell's comments on inflation. Energy stocks fell, while consumer discretionary and Tesla shares rose.
US Stock market today: Dow jumps 250 points, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise as Tesla, Amazon, JPMorgan, Nvidia and Enphase rally ahead of Fed decision and Middle East crisis escalates
US Stock market today saw the Dow jump over 250 points as investors waited for the Federal Reserve interest rate decision, with financial stocks like JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs driving the gains. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq edged slightly higher, while steel stocks rallied on new 50% U.S. tariffs. At the same time, Iran-Israel tensions pushed oil prices close to five-month highs. With no rate hike expected, all eyes are now on the Fed's updated dot plot and Powell’s press conference. Geopolitical risks and Fed guidance could set the tone for the second half of 2025.
US stocks rise ahead of Fed's interest rate verdict
Wall Street's main indexes opened subdued on Wednesday, ahead of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision, as the Israel-Iran conflict that entered its sixth day kept investors on edge.
Swiggy shares may rally 50%, says IIFL as it initiates coverage with buy call
Swiggy shares: Swiggy, India’s second-largest foodtech player, is projected to achieve a 28% compound annual revenue growth between FY25 and FY28, and reach Ebitda profitability by FY27. According to IIFL, margins are expected to improve across both food delivery and quick commerce (QC), with QC anticipated to grow over four times by FY28.
At least 51 Palestinians killed while waiting for aid trucks in Gaza, health officials say
Tragedy struck Khan Younis as at least 51 Palestinians were killed and over 200 wounded while awaiting aid trucks. Witnesses reported an Israeli airstrike followed by gunfire on the crowd. The Israeli military acknowledged the incident, stating soldiers fired upon a gathering near a stuck aid truck and will investigate the casualties.
BlueStone’s pre-IPO glow up; PE funds go tech shopping
Ahead of its listing, BlueStone is poised to become India’s next unicorn through a secondary deal. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
These 7 banking stocks can give more than 21% returns in 1 year, according to analysts
There is bad news and there is cyclical bad news. The difference? One is triggered by some adverse development. The other comes at regular intervals. Now, in the banking sector, you will hear news of how bank margins are under pressure. This should not cause you any tension, as it is cyclical bad news which comes whenever the interest rate cycle turns down. So should you sell bank stocks? No. Given the structural improvement in the sector, consider these cyclical downturns are opportunities.
Razorpay picks up majority stake in Pop for $30 million
Pop operates a rewards-first UPI payments app that merges payments, commerce, and credit into one experience. It has previously raised funding from several marquee investors, including India Quotient, Unilever Ventures, Incubate Fund, and Nuventures.
Nifty Internet index outperforms peers with 19% returns since Feb launch. Is the dotcom boom here to stay?
The Nifty India Internet Index has shown impressive growth since its inception in February, outperforming the Nifty 50 and many sectoral indices. This growth is fueled by increasing investor confidence in digital-first business models and the shift towards online platforms. While some internet stocks have struggled, consumer-facing digital disruptors have largely driven the index's positive performance.
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Bank FDs keep losing charm as Indians take more risks with stocks and mutual funds
Over the past five years, Indian households have decreased their reliance on bank term deposits, shifting towards mutual funds and stocks due to higher potential returns. While savings deposits remained stable, mutual fund accounts surged, with individuals holding a significant majority. This shift occurred amidst fluctuating interest rates influenced by the RBI's monetary policy adjustments.
Trai caps connectivity costs of public Wi-Fi providers
To boost internet accessibility under the PM-WANI initiative, the telecom regulator has capped broadband connectivity costs for public Wi-Fi providers. This decision, overriding telco objections, sets the cost at double the rate of home broadband services. The move aims to increase public Wi-Fi hotspots, addressing the slow progress towards the initiative's ambitious targets.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 25%
Here’s an old market saying: Even when the bulls are in control, you can never write off the bears. They will make an appearance at regular intervals, sometimes staying longer than expected. At this point of time, both the bulls and bears are placed pretty much at the same levels, though the bias is toward the bulls. In such a scenario, it is better to focus on one thing: Earnings, and the overall possible growth in a sector. At the end of the day, the stock market is about earnings. And that has a very different trajectory from what the bulls and bears push the market toward at different points of time.
Iranians flee capital for safety as Israeli airstrikes intensify
Amid escalating tensions, Tehran residents are fleeing, fearing intensified Israeli airstrikes. Warnings from the Israeli military prompted panic, despite Iranian authorities' attempts to downplay the situation. Civilians are stocking up on essentials, facing challenges accessing cash and rising food prices.
Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on June 14, 2025?
Indian banks observe holidays that vary by state, as determined by the RBI's annual calendar. Banks are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays, Sundays, and designated holidays.
Are AI models cannibalising their own creations? With the internet flooded by AI content, experts warn of a looming collapse
Veteran tech journalist Steven Vaughn-Nichols highlights a looming crisis: AI models are trapped in a feedback loop, learning from other AIs instead of real people. The result? Garbage in, garbage out. Despite fixes like RAG, unsafe and incoherent responses are rising. The AI boom may bust unless humans keep creating authentic content to feed the machines.
Major relief in KYC updation in your bank account: RBI empowers BCs to update KYC
Reserve Bank of India has updated KYC norms. Banking correspondent (BC) can now update KYC. This includes NGOs, SHGs, MFIs and even local kirana shop owners. Customers can submit self-declarations through BCs. Banks must give three advance intimations for KYC updates. RBI aims to ease KYC updation and reduce service delays. Read below to know more about RBI's new KYC rules.
RBI moots apps for feature phones to deepen financial inclusion
The Reserve Bank of India is pushing banks and finance companies to develop low-bandwidth apps and adaptable products to reach underserved populations in remote areas, aiming for 100% financial inclusion. Simultaneously, the RBI emphasizes the importance of robust cybersecurity features in these new digital offerings.
These 7 banking stocks can give more than 20% returns in 1 year, according to analysts
In the last few weeks, bank stocks have outperformed a volatile market. So, it is clear that, unlike in the past when bank stocks led the correction in the market, this time institutional investors are clearly in no hurry to reduce their banking exposure. This has to be seen in light of the fact that, for a well-known reason, the margins of banks are going to come under pressure in coming quarters.
Indian Overseas Bank launches ''Locate IOB'' initiative
Indian Overseas Bank introduced 'Locate IOB' for customers. This helps to find nearby branches and ATMs easily. Customers can access this tool on the IOB portal or website. It provides addresses, directions, and IFSC codes. Users can also call branches directly from the website. This initiative aims to improve customer support with easy access to information.
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