Author: Aruna Kaim

Homegrown private equity firm Kedaara Capital has acquired a 51% majority stake in Mohali-based orthopaedic support and rehabilitation wear maker Tynor Orthotics for approximately $200 million (₹1,907 crore). The transaction provides a complete exit for existing investor Lighthouse Funds, while Kedaara partners alongside Tynor’s original promoters and long-term French strategic partner Thuasne Group. Deal Overview & Key Transaction Details Metric / Aspect Details Transaction Value ~$200 Million (₹1,907 Crore) Stake Acquired 51% Majority Stake by Kedaara Capital Exiting Investor Lighthouse Funds (originally invested alongside Thuasne in 2018) Retained Partners Founders Dr. PJ Singh & AJ Singh + Thuasne Group (French…

India’s white-collar labor market is set for steady acceleration in the second half of 2026. According to Naukri’s Hiring Outlook survey, 79% of senior HR leaders anticipate new job creation, while 97% expect total hiring activity (including replacement hiring) to continue over the next six months. Sector-Wise Sentiment for New Job Creation Sector HR Leaders Expecting Fresh Roles (%) Dominant Experience Target Real Estate 86% Mid-level (4–7 years: 81%) FMCG 85% Mid-level (4–7 years: 68%) IT / Tech 83% (Up from 79% in H1) Entry-level (0–3 years: 60%) Manufacturing 79% — Healthcare 79% Entry-level (0–3 years: 61%) BFSI 72% Entry-level…

Sun Life Financial President and CEO Kevin Strain highlighted the strategic importance of the company’s long-standing partnership with the Aditya Birla Group, expressing strong confidence in India’s macroeconomic trajectory and market expansion. Strategic Highlights & Key Themes Long-Term Growth in India: Sun Life views India as a key strategic growth market within its global portfolio, driven by expanding middle-class demographics, rising household savings, and increasing financialization of assets. Aditya Birla Group Strategic Partnership: The Canadian financial services giant operates two major joint ventures with Aditya Birla Group: Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC: A leading asset management company handling mutual funds,…

Stocks in China and Hong Kong recorded strong gains on Wednesday, recovering from recent lows as global artificial intelligence sentiment rebounded and key corporate developments boosted investor confidence. Key Index Performance Index Level / Region Change (%) Key Context STAR 50 Mainland China +2.20% Tech-heavy index led mainland gains CSI 300 Mainland China +1.10% Rebounded from near one-month low Shanghai Composite Mainland China +0.70% Broad market strength Hang Seng Index Hong Kong +0.70% Hang Seng Tech up +1.60% Key Sector Movers & Drivers Tech & AI Supply Chain: Spurred by Nvidia’s overnight rebound ending a seven-session losing streak, optical networking…

Japanese equities posted modest gains on Wednesday, driven by strength in tech and AI-heavy stocks like SoftBank as investors awaited two critical global catalysts: Nvidia’s Q2 earnings report and the US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index. Key Market Indices Performance Index Level (Midday Break) Change (%) Nikkei 225 66,227.55 +0.56% Topix 4,118.44 +0.61% Top Movers on the Nikkei Top Gainers: Mitsubishi Materials (+7.00%), Dowa Holdings (+4.85%), Tokyo Electric Power (+4.71%), and SoftBank Group (+2.71%). Top Losers: Taiyo Yuden (-3.88%), Sumco (-3.73%), and Nichirei (-2.55%). Market Breadth: Positive stance with 150 advancing stocks versus 70 decliners and 5 unchanged. Core…

Nvidia’s Q2 earnings report stands as a pivotal test for the broader AI investment boom, with options markets pricing in a 5.4% post-earnings move in either direction—representing a potential $280 billion swing in market capitalization. Options Market Expectations vs. Historical Trends Metric Current Q2 Pricing Prior Period / Historical Benchmark Implied Price Move ±5.4% 6.5% (May 2026 Earnings) Implied Market Cap Swing ~$280 Billion Exceeds the total market cap of ~90% of S&P 500 companies 12-Quarter Historical Average — 7.4% post-results swing The lower implied volatility indicates that investors are becoming accustomed to Nvidia’s hyper-growth trajectory, with recent actual earnings…

Wolfe Research’s upgrade provides a meaningful vote of confidence for Moderna (MRNA), but whether it can sustain higher stock price levels depends on specific commercial, clinical, and market factors. Key Drivers Behind the Upgrade De-Risked Platform: Wolfe upgraded Moderna to Peer Perform from Underperform, citing the positive Phase 3 INTerpath-001 trial results for intismeran (V940 / mRNA-4157) combined with Merck’s Keytruda. Expanded Total Addressable Market (TAM): Analysts estimate unadjusted peak sales across intismeran’s four key indications (melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer, renal cell carcinoma, and bladder cancer) at $9.2 billion. Wall Street Sentiment Shift: Wolfe joined Bank of America (raised…

Xiaomi has expanded its home appliance ecosystem in India under the Mijia brand with the launch of the flagship Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6 and the budget-focused Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact. Price & Availability in India Both models go on sale starting September 2, 2026, across mi.com, Amazon, Flipkart, Blinkit, Xiaomi Retail, and Xiaomi Exclusive stores. Model Price Target Room Size Key Highlights Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact ₹7,999 Up to 400 sq. ft. Compact tabletop design, 3-in-1 filtration, ultra-quiet 20dB Sleep Mode Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6 ₹19,999 Up to 940 sq. ft. Flagship PentaClean system,…

Selecting the right laptop comes down to identifying your core use case—whether that is portable productivity, dedicated gaming, AI-accelerated workflows, or budget-friendly everyday tasks. The following recommendations highlight top laptops tailored to distinct needs: 1. Best for Professionals & Portability: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3405CA) Price: ₹1,17,990 Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (Series 2) RAM & Storage: 16GB LPDDR5X RAM | 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD Display: 14-inch 3K (2880×1800) OLED Touchscreen, 120Hz, 0.2ms response time Battery & Weight: 75Wh battery | 1.28 kg Key Features: Premium all-aluminum chassis, silent thermal performance, 65W USB-C charging, pre-installed Windows 11 and MS…

Apple has expanded its Apple Silicon desktop line in India with the introduction of the new Mac mini (powered by M6 and M5 Pro chips) and the upgraded Mac Studio (featuring M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips). Pricing & Availability in India Both desktop lines are currently open for pre-orders and go on official sale starting September 22. Model Variant Standard Price Education Price Mac mini M6 Chip ₹99,990 ₹89,990 Mac mini M5 Pro Chip ₹2,09,900 ₹1,97,900 Mac Studio M5 Max Chip ₹2,79,900 ₹2,56,900 Mac Studio M5 Ultra Chip ₹6,29,900 ₹5,84,900 Mac mini Key Features & Performance Chipsets: Configurable with…