Dhanteras shopping: High price tags didn’t dim gold’s shine – Here’s what drew in consumers – The Times of India

Dhanteras shopping: High price tags didn’t dim gold’s shine – Here’s what drew in consumers – The Times of India

High gold and silver prices had little effect on festive shopping this Dhanteras, with sales matching last year’s volumes and rising by more than 25% in value.Shoppers across the country flocked to stores to buy coins and lightweight jewellery, driven by hopes that prices will keep climbing. Silver Shines Brighter Than Gold This Dhanteras Amid…

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Private banks report mixed results as new CEOs clean up – The Times of India

Private banks report mixed results as new CEOs clean up – The Times of India

Mumbai: India’s private banks showed contrasting trends in asset quality in Q2 FY26, with larger lenders maintaining stability while smaller players, particularly those under new leadership, reported setbacks in earnings. IndusInd Bank and Federal Bank, both navigating transitions under new MDs, did not post year-on-year growth in net profits as the chiefs accelerated clean-ups and…

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GST rate cuts: 30 daily-use items see bigger-than-expected price drops; government monitoring prices – The Times of India

GST rate cuts: 30 daily-use items see bigger-than-expected price drops; government monitoring prices – The Times of India

Post the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts effective September 22, prices of 30 out of 54 daily-use items monitored by the government have seen more-than-expected reductions, while others are yet to fully reflect the intended benefits. The government is working with industry players to ensure further retail price drops where needed.As per news…

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Bullion Dreams: Dhanteras Sales Surge To Rs 1 Lakh Crore Driven By Gold Rush

Bullion Dreams: Dhanteras Sales Surge To Rs 1 Lakh Crore Driven By Gold Rush

Last Updated:October 18, 2025, 22:34 IST Gold and silver sales alone accounted for an astonishing Rs 60,000 crore of the total trade, registering a robust 25% increase from last year’s value Gold prices have soared by approximately 60% year-on-year, crossing the Rs 1,30,000 per 10-gram mark. (Representational image/News18) Indian consumers defied a massive surge in…

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