·       WeWork India Management IPO: Should you invest? https://bit.ly/4nUkI3j ·       FM launches campaign from Gujarat to return ₹1.84 lakh crore unclaimed assets with the government https://bit.ly/46CJPBt ·       LG Electronics IPO: Market leader at a reasonable valuation bl-premium-article-image ·       Should you subscribe to Tata Capital’s IPO? bl-premium-article-image https://bit.ly/47boQ8U ·       Aequs likely to raise ₹144 crore via pre-IPO place…

Hyundai Motor India has slipped to the fourth position in the passenger vehicle sales hierarchy for the first half of FY26, falling behind Mahindra and Tata Motors. In a development that marks a break from nearly two decades of market hierarchy, Hyundai Motor India has lost its long-held number two spot in the passenger vehicle segment. The Korean carmaker, once firmly behind Maruti Suzuki, was pushed to the fourth position in the first half of FY26, trailing both Mahindra and Tata Motors.…

India and the EU will start the 14th round of FTA talks on October 6, aiming to boost trade, investment, jobs, and strengthen EU firms' role in 'Make in India' As India and the European Union gear up for the 14th round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations starting October 6 in Brussels, European businesses are expressing stronger interest in India’s expanding economy and the government’s “Make in India” initiative....

Launching a nationwide awareness drive for returning unclaimed financial assets from Gujarat on Saturday, Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said a total of ₹1.84 lakh crore was lying unclaimed in government’s “safe-custody” in form of bank deposits, mutual funds, insurance proceeds, dividend and pension funds.....

Consumer goods giant Marico reported a strong consolidated revenue growth of approximately 30% year-on-year for Q2FY26, driven by sharp price increases (over 60% for Parachute) and robust performance in its premium hair oils and international business. Best known for its Saffola and Parachute brands, Marico said that 30% of its India business had benefited from the GST rate rationalisation. It also saw underlying volume growth for its domestic business in high-single-digits in Q2, despite tr…

Company also hopeful of Europe rail market penetration Kolkata-headquartered Ramkrishna Forgings, which is on its way to becoming the only private sector manufacturer of the crucial railway forged wheels, is eyeing a major push in the railway segment and aiming to raise the company’s rail revenue share to 20 per cent by 2030, Executive Director Chaitanya Jalan told Business Standard..... More https://bit.ly/3ITDeJG Via business-standard.com  

Nirmala Sitharaman emphasises India’s resilience amid global challenges, stressing the need for active participation in shaping outcomes In a pointed response to Trump’s tariff tantrums, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that India can’t remain a passive spectator in a world where decisions elsewhere determine its destiny. She also emphasised that India’s economy is resilient due to strong domestic demand, which enables it to absorb shocks from global headwinds......

The Airbus board of directors held their meeting in New Delhi this week signalling the aircraft manufacturer’s growing interest in the country Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal held discussions with Airbus Chairman Rene Obermann and board members on Wednesday to discuss the company’s plans of investing in India and scope of enhancing collaboration.....

He said government has envisaged getting investment of only around ₹59,000 crore under the scheme The government on Thursday said the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) has received 249 applications with investment proposals worth ₹1.15 lakh crore, which is much higher than expected, and also employment and production targets multifold when compared to the goals set during formulation of the scheme.....

Abu Dhabi investor to become promoter, can nominate directors Sammaan Capital Limited (formerly Indiabulls Housing Finance) said on Thursday that a unit of Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Company (IHC) has entered into an agreement to invest nearly  $1 billion (₹8,850 crore) for a 43.46 per cent stake in the non-banking financial  company (NBFC)....... More https://bit.ly/4nVrk0I Via business-standard.com

Meet and interact with General Practitioners and Family Medicine Practitioners at IFM, the largest gathering of Primary Healthcare Professionals in the region. 21-23 Oct 2025 Dubai World Trade Centre IFM 2025 will host an exhibition for the primary healthcare industry to project the developments in this fast‐changing healthcare environment. Companies working closely with Primary healthcare are invited to participate and closely interact with the Healthcare Professionals. More ifm.ae

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (DEWA) and Parkin Company PJSC (Parkin) have signed a strategic contract to transform Dubai’s public electric vehicle (EV) charging network, further strengthening the emirate’s global position as a leading hub for green and sustainable mobility. This supports the efforts of both DEWA and Parkin to advance sustainability and enhance customer experience. The first phase of the contract will see the installation of 100 EV chargers in key locations acro…

- ‘azm’ program is a collaborative partnership between PIF the Human Resources Development Fund, the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation, Colleges of Excellence, and ROSHN Group - The program provides qualified Saudis with hands-on technical training and jobs at PIF portfolio companies and private sector partners PIF today announced the start of registration for “azm” program, a unique program to train and employ qualified young Saudi vocational talent in high-priority vocation…

Goal is to expand access for merchants and marketplaces, simplifying cross-border payments with faster, more transparent settlement DP World has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with global commerce platform PayPal to collaborate on a first-of-its-kind digital payments initiative designed to simplify and speed-up cross-border trade. The agreement, which could see transactions executed in minutes rather than taking up to a week reflects DP World’s continued commitment to creating a s…

The 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) opened today, Wednesday, 1 October 2025, under the theme ‘Innovating for Impact: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy’. Organised by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO), the two-day summit concludes tomorrow, Thursday, 2 October 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Discussions started with a main plenary session titled ‘Green Technology for Resi…

Abu Dhabi investor to become promoter, can nominate directors Sammaan Capital Limited (formerly Indiabulls Housing Finance) said on Thursday that a unit of Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Company (IHC) has entered into an agreement to invest nearly  $1 billion (₹8,850 crore) for a 43.46 per cent stake in the non-banking financial  company (NBFC)....... More https://bit.ly/4nVrk0I Via business-standard.com

- Additional six-weekly services build on Emirates’ existing six-daily flights to London Heathrow - Enhanced schedule will see airline’s three London gateways served with 90 weekly flights by 8 February 2026 Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is unlocking more opportunities for travel with the addition of six weekly flights to its London Heathrow schedule, starting 26 October 2025.  The boosted schedule for the winter season follows record growth and demand, providing m…

Connecting With Global Trading Industry in Dubai 6-7 Oct 2025 Dubai World Trade Center Forex Expo Dubai 2025 is the Middle East’s premier gathering for forex, fintech, and online trading professionals. Over two high-energy days at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the event unites brokers, traders, investors, liquidity providers, affiliates, and fintech innovators from around the globe. Explore cutting-edge solutions, meet influential industry leaders, and position yourself at the heart of one o…

“The launch of the ‘Sustainability 365’ initiative reflects a firm conviction that social responsibility is an integral part of business culture and a driver of positive change in the community.” - Maha Al Gargawi - The rebranded initiative builds on the success of the chamber’s ‘Sustainability Week,’ marking the 10th anniversary of its launch in 2015.  - ‘Sustainability 365’ embodies the chamber’s commitment to supporting the business community in the adoption of best pract…

- Collaborations seek to support cashless transformation, targeting international tourists visiting Dubai - Dubai Cashless strategy aims to make more than 90% of all transactions digital by 2026 Emirates and flydubai have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Dubai Finance (DOF) to advance digital payment initiatives and promote ‘Dubai Cashless Strategy’ among international tourists, cementing the city’s position as a global digital economy hub. With over 18.7 million tourists …

Singapore ·       Singapore banks to implement new scam safeguards on all digital transactions from Oct 15 https://bit.ly/4mMZ1R6 ·       Yacht parties make waves during Singapore Grand Prix season as F1 fans seek new thrills https://bit.ly/4pTso6X ·       Singapore retail sales rise 5.2% in August, more than expected, helped by CDC vouchers and tourism https://bit.ly/3ISLPMJ ·       GIC’s chief investment officer warns of AI bubble risk https://bit.ly/4gU6BZ3 · …

  Singapore ·       HSBC raises income requirement for new credit card applications in S’pore to $65,000, from $30,000 https://bit.ly/3KwQ15q ·       Online clothes rental platform Style Theory shuts down; no refunds given to subscribers https://bit.ly/476IG56 ·       Singapore’s IPO momentum picks up pace, with more listings to come as confidence, liquidity grow https://bit.ly/4nXd07Z ·       S’pore factory activity rises even as US imposes tariffs on pharmac…

Singapore ·       More companies to list in Singapore as confidence, liquidity grow, market insiders say https://bit.ly/4nXd07Z ·       ExxonMobil expects to cut about 500 Singapore staff by end-2027 https://bit.ly/4nxMF0x ·       CICT overtakes Hong Kong’s Link Reit to become Asia’s largest real estate investment trust https://bit.ly/48b49uS ·       Singlife partners Fullerton Fund to offer more products to plug retirement gaps https://bit.ly/4gOFzlP ·    �…

Singapore ·       Singtel says Optus CEO needs time to fix issues after emergency call outages in Australia https://bit.ly/46w0dUihttps://bit.ly/46w0dUi ·       Business winners and losers of Singapore’s F1 race https://bit.ly/4nvPBL6 ·       Singapore hotels cashing in on pickleball craze to attract guests and boost revenue https://bit.ly/46MzRfG ·       Mandarin Oriental in talks to sell part of One Causeway Bay in Hong Kong to Alibaba: Report https://bit.ly/48D3…

Bankers are betting that India will build on 2024’s record IPO haul, even as investors push down valuations BANKERS in Asia are readying for the final stretch of a standout year for deals in equity capital markets, led by two powerhouses: Hong Kong and India. More https://bit.ly/480KKN4 Via businesstimes.com

The Singapore Mint has unveiled the Lion Bullion, a new line of investment-grade gold bars featuring a distinctive lion motif, as gold prices soared to new heights. Crafted in partnership with Swiss refinery Produits Artistiques Metaux Precieux, the inaugural series of Lion Bullion gold bars is minted to the “highest standards of purity”, said The Singapore Mint...... More https://bit.ly/4nVl3lC Via straitstimes.com

Singapore ·       S’pore looking to simplify tax scheme framework for single family offices: Chee Hong Tat https://bit.ly/3KjJmeK ·       Cordlife could face a new one-year suspension over significant lapses https://bit.ly/487qg5o ·       Singtel shares continue slide after second Optus outage, but analysts retain upbeat targets https://bit.ly/46D3pgZ ·       Singapore green bond proceeds of $2.8b going to Jurong Region Line, Cross Island Line: MOF https://bit.ly/4…

Singapore ·       Singapore may seek cap on US pharma tariffs like Japan and EU, says DPM Gan https://bit.ly/4gVr13J ·       Pharma firms still keen to grow in S’pore but investment climate will get more competitive: DPM Gan https://bit.ly/3KLkhJy ·       NTUC to help senior workers flourish with AI: Desmond Tan https://bit.ly/4nTXEBd ·       Global PR firm We. Communications lays off staff in Singapore https://bit.ly/42NPmm9 ·       Shares of Singapore’s …

The report titled “The value of open source AI for APEC Economies” released on Friday finds that open source AI is broadening access to technology, empowering entrepreneurs, SMEs, and researchers to innovate and thrive.   Việt Nam has huge potential to become not only a strong user of AI but also a strong provider of AI solutions, datasets and native language models for the Southeast Asian region and beyond, according to a report released by Linux Foundation commissioned by Meta at the Vi…

The Singapore bourse needs to pivot its focus towards investor returns, says Ken Peng It is great that Singapore is “finally” doing something about its equity markets, said Ken Peng, head of Asia investment strategy at Citi Wealth. “There’s no reason why Hong Kong should have such a dominant position in Asian equity capital markets,” he said at a media roundtable on Friday (Sep 26), ahead of the bank’s Wealth Symposium for clients......