Blog - Advisors India

(0)
News

AI job fears trigger IT selloff; Unmesh Sharma sees opportunity for Indian IT, not doom

Indian technology stocks experienced a sharp decline following AI breakthroughs. However, an expert highlights that India’s strength lies in AI implementation rather than core innovation. Electronics manufacturing services are identified as a multi-year growth sector. Investors are advised to navigate…

(0)
News

Arbitrary macro assumptions weak LGD and ignored EAD can materially distort ECL for banks and NBFCs: NFRA

India’s banking and non banking finance sector has come under sharp regulatory scrutiny after the apex audit watchdog warned that flawed expected credit loss models could be materially distorting balance sheets. Flagging weak assumptions, ignored risk drivers and modelling shortcuts,…

(0)
News

Marico to acquire majority stake in protein supplement brand Cosmix valuing it at Rs 375 crore

Marico will acquire a 60% stake in plant-based nutrition brand Cosmix, valuing the startup at Rs 375 crore. Founded in 2019, Cosmix is bootstrapped, Ebitda positive, and targets to clock Rs 100 crore revenue in FY26. The deal will strengthen…

(0)
News

India must boost capital markets so Indians grow with economy: Larry Fink, chief executive, BlackRock

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink urges India to prioritize domestic capital markets over foreign inflows for sustained economic participation. He highlights India’s advanced financial infrastructure, from digital payments to asset tokenization, as a strong foundation for growth. Fink also downplayed AI…

(0)
News

From feature to foe: Anthropic move is a trailer of AI-pocalypse

Anthropic’s Claude Cowork agent, now equipped with task-automating plugins, has triggered a “SaaSpocalypse” fear in tech stocks. This move transforms AI from a helpful feature into a direct competitor, capable of executing tasks autonomously and potentially replacing IT services and…

(0)
News

India and Gulf Cooperation Council to ink fresh terms for FTA talks today

India and the Gulf Cooperation Council are set to sign terms for a free trade agreement. This marks a significant step towards a comprehensive trade pact. The agreement aims to boost bilateral trade between India and the GCC bloc. This…

1
...
401
402
403
404
405
...
3348

8th Pay Commission fitment factor: Is the government considering employees' key demand? Here's what it said
The Centre has clarified that the 8th Pay Commission is not required to keep the government informed about its deliberations, including proposals on the fitment factor. It also declined to comment on employee demands, saying the Commission will determine its own procedure.
Over 5 crore ITRs filed for AY 2026-27: Income Tax Department urges taxpayers to file before July 31 deadline
With the July 31 ITR filing deadline approaching, the Income Tax Department says over 5 crore returns have already been filed for AY 2026-27. Here's who should file ITR-1, who needs ITR-2, and why you shouldn't wait until the last minute.
8th Pay Commission: How rise in annual increments from 3% to 5% could boost Level 1 employee pay over 5 years
The 8th Pay Commission may consider higher annual increments for central government employees as proposed by several prominent unions. A 5% increment scenario shows Level 1 basic pay rising from ₹18,000 per month to around ₹24,200 per month in five years.
ITR filing deadline: Can freelancers declare earnings as business income? Tax experts explain
Freelance income cannot always be reported as business income in ITR filings. Here is when earnings qualify as business income, salary, or other sources; common filing mistakes; presumptive taxation rules; and expert tips to avoid tax notices and ensure compliance before the 31 July deadline. 
ITR filing 2026: Why 31 July is not the deadline for all salaried taxpayers and who gets more time
The 31 July ITR filing deadline may not apply to all salaried taxpayers. The applicable due date depends on the taxpayer’s overall income profile, ITR form, and audit requirements. Those with business or professional income may get additional time. 
Large & mid-cap funds strike a balance: Higher returns than large-caps, lower volatility than mid-caps
Large & mid-cap funds have historically delivered a balance between returns and volatility. Over the past 5 years, the benchmark index gave 14% returns, compared with 10% for large-caps and 18% for mid-caps. 
PNB Housing Finance tops list of mutual funds' 10 favourite small-cap stocks; Crompton Greaves, Delhivery make the cut
Despite varying investment strategies, some small-cap stocks are common across mutual fund portfolios. The latest analysis reveals the 10 most widely held small-cap stocks, with PNB Housing Finance featuring in 146 schemes, followed by Crompton Greaves and RBL Bank.
Filed ITR in May or June? Here's why you should revisit it and check these 7 key things before 31 July deadline
Taxpayers who filed their ITR in May or June should revisit their return before the 31 July deadline. Checking e-verification status, AIS, TIS, Form 26AS, TDS credits, bank details and reported income can help avoid errors and refund delays. 
ITR filed and verified? Here's how the Income Tax Department spots mismatches—and when it sends a notice
The CPC first verifies that you've used the correct ITR form, filled in all mandatory schedules, and that there are no calculation errors. If it finds major issues, you may receive a defective return notice.
Hidden risks of UPI Autopay: Nykaa AVP’s LinkedIn post sparks debate about free trials
Lokesh Ahuja from Nykaa shared a cautionary tale about hidden AutoPay mandates after teaching his mother how to make UPI payments. He emphasises the importance of digital literacy.