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Independence Day 2026: 12 equity mutual funds deliver over 40% return. Are there any included in your portfolio?

Around 12 equity mutual funds delivered over 40% returns since August 15, 2025, led by international and thematic funds. Nippon India Taiwan Equity Fund topped the list with 140.91%, while several…

  • 12 equity mutual funds delivered over 40% return since Independence Day 2025
  • Nippon India Taiwan Equity Fund topped with 140.91% return
  • International funds outperformed domestic funds in rankings

Dollar falls on surprise drop in US retail sales

In July, US retail sales surprisingly took a dip, leading to a decline in the dollar's value. This drop enabled the euro and sterling to soar to their highest levels in months against the greenback.

  • U.S. dollar declines 0.25% to 99.67 amid weak retail sales data
  • July retail sales drop 0.6%, below expected 0.1% increase
  • Market anticipates only 31% chance of September interest rate hike

Alphabet becomes Berkshire Hathaway's third-largest investment

In the second quarter, Berkshire Hathaway raised its investment in Alphabet by a significant eighty-three percent, positioning it as the company's third-largest holding, following Apple and American…

  • Berkshire Hathaway increased Alphabet investment by 83% in Q2.
  • Alphabet stake grew to 106 million shares, valued at $37.8B.
  • Buffett credited himself with Alphabet investment decision.
Who is pointing out your blind spots?

Who is pointing out your blind spots?

“I don’t understand. The deal was moving forward. My team’s reports said we were on track. I had lunch with their CEO last month, and everything felt solid.” Andy was talking about a client who had just walked away from a major deal his team had been reporting as “progressing well” for months.

Why stability might be the smartest career move right now

Why stability might be the smartest career move right now

Employees today are stressed, angry and sad, and they’re experiencing these emotions more than even before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Gallup . A big reason for stress is a sense of job insecurity, according to research published by the American Psychological Association .

The pros and cons of taking on private equity

On this week's Modern Retail Podcast, the co-founder of baby care brand Tubby Todd explains how private equity fueled its shift from DTC to Target shelves.

  • Tubby Todd sold majority stake to private equity firm NexPhase Capital in 2022.
  • Founders retained leadership roles after stake sale.
  • Brand expanded retail presence, including Target store launch.

Young lawyer moves to end NBTC crisis with court bid against chairman

A 26-year-old lawyer has filed a petition with the Central Administrative Court, seeking a ruling to remove Dr Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck, chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications…

  • Thai lawyer files petition to remove NBTC chairman Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck.
  • Claims chairman's dual role invalidates his qualifications under NBTC law.
  • Lawyer aims to restore regulator's decision-making ability without internal conflict.
India at 80: Progress at home, partnership with Saudi Arabia

India at 80: Progress at home, partnership with Saudi Arabia

As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, we remember with gratitude the countless men and women whose courage and sacrifice secured our freedom. We also pay tribute to generations of Indians who, since 1947, have strengthened our democracy, built our institutions and contributed to the country’s remarkable journey of…

Chinese, US, UK envoys meet Dar

Chinese, US, UK envoys meet Dar

ISLAMABAD: Ambassadors of China, the United States, and Britain held separate meetings with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar here on Friday to congratulate…

Oil climbs over USD1

Oil climbs over USD1

HOUSTON: Crude oil futures climbed over USD 1 a barrel on Friday on tanker attacks and a lack of progress on a peace agreement between the Trump administration and Iran’s leadership.

NBP celebrates Independence Day

NBP celebrates Independence Day

KARACHI: National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) celebrated the 79th Independence Day of Pakistan with a ceremony held at its Head Office in Karachi, attended by President & CEO Rehmat Ali Hasnie, senior…

JI celebrates Independence Day

JI celebrates Independence Day

KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) celebrated Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day on Friday, with its Karachi Chief Monem Zafar Khan urging the youth to renew their commitment to building the nation and work…

At Cosan, two veterans are leaving, marking a new phase

At Cosan, two veterans are leaving, marking a new phase

A Cosan acaba de anunciar que o CFO Rafael Bergman e a vice-presidente jurídica, Rita Drummond, estão deixando a companhia – um movimento que reflete o enxugamento da holding de Rubens Ometto. Bergman estava no cargo há apenas nove meses, mas era um veterano do grupo: já havia sido o CFO da Raízen, da Rumo […] The post Na Cosan, saem dois…

The best tech stocks to invest in now

The best tech stocks to invest in now

Nvidia expects its results among the most recommended stocks in a two-speed sector where Amazon and Microsoft are monetizing their AI investment and there are more doubts with Apple and Meta.

Stripe and Advent may increase offer for PayPal

A processadora de pagamentos Stripe e a Advent podem aumentar a oferta pelo PayPal, depois que a proposta inicial de US$ 60,50 por ação foi considerada insuficiente, segundo o Wall Street Journal. As partes podem chegar a um acordo nas próximas semanas, mas não há garantias de que a transação será concluída.

Iran’s next opposition will come from inside its shrinking regime

Iran’s next opposition will come from inside its shrinking regime

There is, in Iran’s political discourse, a pair of concepts known as “Khodi” (insiders) and “Ghair-Khodi” (outsiders). The distinction has never been a mere matter of words. Since the founding of the Islamic Republic, it has been a key instrument for defining the regime’s identity, protecting its boundaries and regulating the political…