Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath raised concern over surging soft drink consumption in India, citing Coca-Cola s strong Q1 growth and linking it to India’s escalating diabetes epidemic. He warned of the public health and financial risks this trend poses.

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is preparing for its IPO, boasting over 1 lakh shareholders, surpassing many listed firms. NSE s Q4 FY25 net profit rose 7% YoY to Rs 2,650 crore, despite an 18% revenue decline. The exchange has approached SEBI for a No Objection Certificate to advance its listing plans, addressing previous concerns.

Long-term investment in green bonds is expected to give substantial returns, says a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).

India’s four REITs distributed Rs 6,070 crore in FY25, marking 13% YoY growth, supported by robust leasing demand and rising investor confidence. Their combined portfolio now spans 128.9 million sq ft, with market cap exceeding Rs 98,000 crore.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday warned of the possibility of "more persistent" supply shocks, as US central bankers met for talks against a backdrop of uncertainty kicked up by Donald Trump s tariff rollout.

Markets regulator Sebi has restrained SME company Varyaa Creations Ltd (VCL) from accessing the securities market for alleged diversion of funds raised through its initial public offering (IPO).

ITC Hotels reported its best-ever Q4 performance post-listing, with Rs 1,061 crore revenue (up 17%) and Rs 258 crore profit (up 40%). FY25 revenue stood at Rs 3,560 crore. Strong room rates, 79% occupancy, and a robust expansion pipeline underpin future growth, including international foray in Sri Lanka.

U.S. stocks are declining amid mixed economic reports, reflecting uncertainty surrounding President Trump s trade war. Retail sales fell short of expectations, while wholesale inflation showed improvement. Manufacturing appears to be contracting, but unemployment claims are lower than anticipated. Walmart s stock dipped despite a strong profit report, as the company cited tariff-related price increases and refrained from providing quarterly guidance.

Oil prices fell on Thursday on expectations for a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal that could result in sanctions being eased, while a surprise build in U.S. crude oil inventories last week heightened investor concerns about oversupply.

Spencer s Retail Ltd on Thursday reported narrowing of its consolidated net loss to Rs 68.40 crore for March quarter FY25. The company had incurred a loss of Rs 80.69 crore in the January-March period a year ago, according to a regulatory filing from Spencer s Retail, a RP Sanjiv Goenka firm.