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February 2026 emerged as “best-ever” YoY for India’s auto retail:

February 2026 emerged as the "best-ever February" for two-wheelers, three-wheelers, commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, tractors and overall retail, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The industry delivered a strong performance with total vehicle retails touching 24.09 lakh (24,09,362) units, marking a 25.62 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth and surpassing the previous best February of 2024.

India’s tractor industry growth likely to remain subdued

India's tractor industry is likely to witness muted growth over the next few years as concerns around a weaker monsoon weigh on rural demand, though strong reservoir levels and replacement demand could provide some support, according to a report by HSBC Global Investment Research.

Prolonged West Asia conflict may raise inflation, market volatility in US: Morgan Stanley

The ongoing conflict in West Asia following the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran and the subsequent retaliatory strikes by Iran across the region could increase economic and market volatility, particularly if the conflict continues for several weeks, according to a report by Morgan Stanley.

India's power demand may see strong second half: Bernstein

India's power demand could see a stronger trajectory in the second half of the year, with improved weather conditions and structural demand drivers supporting the sector, according to a report by Bernstein.

PhonePe’s biometric authentication is UPI payments’ future

With PhonePe's biometric authentication for UPI payments, the industry has reached a tipping point.

Nifty, Sensex open with gains; markets see bears-bulls tug of war

After a continuous fall in the last three trading sessions, Indian share markets bounced back on Thursday from the oversold category and opened with gains, though volatility continues as overall investor sentiment remains weak due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

Strong demand, new launches drive double-digit growth in auto

Auto companies in India registered double-digit growth in wholesale volumes in February 2026, supported by strong demand across segments, according to a research report by Aditya Birla Capital.

Companies entitled to refunds for tariffs struck down by SC

Companies in the United States that paid tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court in February are legally entitled to refunds, a federal judge has ruled, marking another setback for the tariff policy introduced by US President Donald Trump.

Qatar Energy declares force majeure; halts LNG production

This move comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia and after its energy infrastructure was targeted, including the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, which is currently under threat.

“Current environment is very fragile": Kotak Securities

Sumit Pokharna, VP-Fundamental Research at Kotak Securities, says the situation is "very fragile" and could persist for weeks.

Rupee to face continued depreciation pressures: Kotak Securities

Anindya Banerjee, Head of Commodity and Currency Research at Kotak Securities, on Wednesday stated that with crude oil prices remaining elevated, the rupee is likely to face continued depreciation pressures.

7th India–Japan CEPA joint committee meeting held

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal called for diversified and balanced India-Japan Trade; he highlighted CEPA's full potential and export opportunities

India stock indices continue to slip amid West Asia tensions; Sen

Markets continued to bleed, Sensex down 1,122 points, Nifty 385pt

The NIFTY ended at 24,480.50, down 385.20 points or 1.55 per cent as of the time of filing this report. The index opened at 24,388.80 and touched an intraday high of 24,602.45 before sliding to a low of 24,305.40 during the session.