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Delta Corp Q3 earnings: Shares fall 4%, firm cites this factor for weak show

Jan 16, 2026, 09:28 AM IST

Delta Corp shares fell 4% to Rs 69.56 today. Earlier, the stock opened flat at Rs 72.66. Market cap of the gaming and entertainment firm fell to Rs 1877 crore.

Sugar industry seeks GST relief on biofuels as sugar output jumps 22% this season

Jan 16, 2026, 02:18 PM IST

The industry body has also sought targeted financial support for advanced biofuels such as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), green bio-hydrogen, compressed biogas (CBG) and isobutanol blending with diesel, while proposing the transformation of sugar mills into integrated bio-energy hubs producing ethanol, gas, hydrogen and green power.

GST Cut Caused Short-Term Pain, But Used-Car Market Disruption Has Begun: CARS24 CFO

Jan 15, 2026, 06:12 PM IST

CARS24 expects to capture close to 10% market share in India’s used-car market over the next three to four years, growing at nearly twice the industry rate, CFO Shivanshu Makkar told Business Today. Makkar said the GST reduction on new cars caused short-term pressure, as inventory was bought at higher prices, but profitability rebounded sharply by December. He added that structural disruption has begun in the used-car market, with organised platforms gaining share.

States Warn Centre Ahead Of Union Budget

Jan 15, 2026, 09:41 AM IST

Ahead of the Union Budget, states and Union Territories have flagged mounting revenue stress and shrinking fiscal space in a key pre-Budget meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Concerns ranged from revenue losses due to GST rate cuts to higher funding burdens under new welfare schemes replacing MGNREGA. States also sought fairer Centre–state funding, easier access to long-term loans, and a share in select excise and cess collections. Business Today TVs special report

IPO in 12-18 months; GST cut caused short-term pain but used-car disruption has begun: CARS24 CFO

Jan 15, 2026, 02:17 PM IST

The company plans to offer a lifetime warranty on powertrains for cars sold on its platform, a move aimed at increasing confidence in used-car purchases.

Investing in gold? How taxes can wipe out 30–50% of your returns if you choose the wrong form

Jan 14, 2026, 04:46 PM IST

Gold may be one of the safest investments, but the way you buy it can quietly determine how much you actually earn. From Sovereign Gold Bonds to jewellery and digital gold, tax rules vary sharply — and the wrong choice can wipe out up to half your returns.

India’s car exports jump 16% to 8.63 lakh vehicles in 2025

Jan 13, 2026, 08:34 PM IST

Exports witnessed double-digit growth across vehicle segments in 2025.

Q3 Earnings: Is The Six-Quarter Weakness Finally Ending?

Jan 13, 2026, 05:55 PM IST

As the Q3 earnings season unfolds, investors are watching closely to see if India’s six-quarter earnings slowdown is finally coming to an end. Early signs suggest a pickup in consumer spending, helped by festive demand, GST cuts and improving confidence. Autos, especially small cars and first-time buyers, are showing strong traction, while manufacturing and PLI-linked companies are also reporting better momentum. Commodity prices and consumption trends point to a healthier operating environment in the third quarter. However, mid-cap and small-cap companies may face pressure as growth expectations moderate and margins tighten. We break down which sectors are likely to outperform, which could struggle, and whether this Q3 marks the beginning of a genuine earnings recovery for Indian markets.

Budget 2026: What tax, GST and credit reforms the industry expects to boost housing momentum

Jan 13, 2026, 03:50 PM IST

Budget expectations: Industry leaders say Budget 2026 could play a decisive role in improving affordability, encouraging reinvestment and unlocking long-term value across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.

Union Budget 2026: Insurance industry calls for tax breaks, reforms to reach 'Insurance for All'

Jan 13, 2026, 02:39 PM IST

With Budget 2026 around the corner, the insurance industry is urging the government to move past incremental changes and push deeper reforms. From tax relief to digital infrastructure and preventive care, the industry says decisive action is needed to widen coverage and close protection gaps.

Budget 2026: In meeting with FM Sitharaman, states flag revenue loss after GST cuts

Jan 11, 2026, 02:16 PM IST

Union Budget 2026: States including West Bengal, Telangana, Punjab, Kerala, and Karnataka flagged the sharp drop in their tax collections after the GST cuts

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