FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 20 - The Untold Story

Asian stocks mostly decline on a sell-off of chip shares

Asian shares are mostly lower on heavy selling of computer chip stocks, tracking losses on Wall Street

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Japan-India Annual Summit: 150+ firms back $12.5 billion leap to fortify security ties

He added a report by the Japanese newspaper The Yomiuri Shimbun, which noted that these initiatives, valued at approximately 2 trillion yen on the Japanese side, aim to deepen their footprint in India's expanding market.

The Economic Times · Jul 2

UPI transactions moderate to Rs 28.9 lakh crore in June, up 20% YoY

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions saw a slight dip in June, reaching Rs 28.9 lakh crore, down from May's record high. Despite this, the daily average transaction volume hit an all-time peak, highlighting UPI's dominance in everyday digital payments. This growth underscores India's expanding digital payment ecosystem and increasing user…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Global Markets: S.Korean shares log best quarter in nearly 30 years on chipmaker rally

South Korean stocks celebrated their best quarter in almost three decades, driven by a phenomenal surge in chipmakers. The KOSPI index soared, with tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix posting impressive gains, fueled by a new government strategy for semiconductor and AI investments. Despite some volatility, the market's performance…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Oyo parent files updated DRHP for Rs 6,650 crore IPO: Key things to know

Oyo's parent company, Prism, has filed for a Rs 6,650 crore IPO, with plans for a potential pre-IPO placement. The bulk of the funds will be used to repay borrowings, with the remainder for general corporate purposes. The hospitality giant reported strong revenue growth for the nine months ending December…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

NRI flows into Indian equities dip as compliance rules bite

Investments by Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in Indian stock markets are slowing, despite a rise in account openings. While global uncertainties and market performance play a role, stringent Know Your Customer (KYC) rules are a major hurdle. Industry insiders believe easing these regulations, particularly through digitisation and e-notarisation, could significantly boost…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

India-Japan Summit: Deepening economic ties and strategic investment opportunities for next decade

Prime Minister Takaichi's visit to India highlights a robust economic partnership, with Japan a key player in India's infrastructure and automotive sectors. Over 1,400 Japanese firms have invested billions, with future growth targeted in semiconductors, AI, and clean energy. The collaboration aims to leverage Japan's hardware and India's software, fostering…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

South Korea unveils $520 billion investment plan with Samsung and SK Hynix to expand memory chip dominance — plan includes four new fabs and HBM facilities, amid strong government support

President Lee unveiled an 800 trillion won ($520B) public-private plan for four new Samsung and SK Hynix fabs, dwarfing the US CHIPS Act tenfold.

Tom’s Hardware · Jun 29

South Korean tech giants to build a $518 billion chipmaking hub to serve soaring AI demand

South Korean tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix plan to invest a combined $518 billion in a new computer chip manufacturing hub, capitalizing on surging artificial intelligence-driven demand

The Independent UK · Jun 29

PayU India posts first full-year operating profit in FY26; revenue rises 13%

During the second half of FY26, PayU India also exited certain "negative margin portfolios", impacting its sequential revenue growth. In the October-March, the fintech company reported revenue of $384 million, down from $395 million in six months ending September 30, 2025.

The Economic Times · Jun 29