New RBI rules may end loan spread tinkering; to standardise rate setting across banks, NBFCs

The methodology used to calculate internal benchmarks will also have to be made publicly available MUMBAI: Lenders may no longer be able to tinker with loan spreads over the benchmark rate to offer new borrowers better deals than existing customers. Draft RBI rules seeking to standardise interest-rate setting across banks, NBFCs and cooperatives require lenders…

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4G phones get a lifeline as entry-level 5G prices rise

As entry-level 5G smartphones became more expensive, several brands reintroduced or extended 4G models to retain buyers at the lower end NEW DELHI: India’s cheapest smartphones are disappearing fast. Rising component costs have made sub-$100 (around Rs 9,000) devices increasingly unviable for manufacturers, while giving older 4G technology an unexpected lifeline as brands look for…

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Gold, Silver Rate Today Live Updates: Gold holds near 10-week high ahead of US inflation data; silver rises

Gold prices are trading near multi-week highs on Wednesday as investors weigh competing signals from the US economy and the ongoing Middle East conflict. Spot gold was up 0.3% at $4,377.79 per ounce by 0055 GMT, after climbing to its highest level since June 5 in the previous session. The metal encountered technical resistance around…

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Next wave of AI-led banking must help rural India, says Setty

Setty said the next phase of AI-led banking should move beyond retail banking and customers with established financial histories MUMBAI: Artificial intelligence could help banks expand credit to rural India, small businesses and farmers while improving risk assessment and productivity, SBI chairman CS Setty said at FIBAC 2026, but banks will have to strengthen cyber…

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How power struggle at Tata group is deepening with exit of Ratan Tata’s key allies

N Chandrasekaran’s decision leaves the board with the task of selecting a new chairman.. (Reuters file photo) N Chandrasekaran’s decision to step down as Tata Sons chairman after his current tenure ends in February 20207 has brought to light the power struggle within the Tata group.His decision represents a major leadership change at Tata Sons…

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