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The world’s oldest and longest cross-country skiing race: the Swedish ‘Vasalopp’.

Today, the longest cross-country skiing race in the world takes place in Sweden. It’s called Vasaloppet and involves participants skiing 90 kilometers from start to finish. It is an extremely popular international race, which can last up to twelve hours and is broadcast live on television. When participation tickets become available, they sell out within […]

Crude oil price exceeds $100? What experts predict after the US and Israel attack on Iran

Khamenei’s death, confirmed by Iranian state media earlier today, prompted warnings of sharp retaliation from Tehran. US President Donald Trump announced that the 86-year-old leader had been killed on the first day of what he described as massive joint airstrikes.Notably, more than 20% of the world’s oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, which connects […]

Defence, financial services, discretionary in structurally good position: Viraj Gandhi of SAMCO MF

Despite higher nominal valuations, selected sectors continue to offer a compelling view of structural growth. Viraj Gandhi, CEO, SAMCO Mutual Fund, believes that defence, financials and consumer discretionary sectors are well-positioned to benefit from policy support, balance sheet strength and changing demand dynamics. He advocates a momentum-based, risk-calibrated approach to navigating the current market cycle.Edited […]

Cabinet approves IIFCL’s IPO plans; modalities are being finalized, probably next financial year: MD Rohit Rishi

State-owned India Infrastructure Finance Company has received necessary approvals to go ahead with its proposed initial public offering, with the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approving the listing on the stock exchanges, the company’s top official said.The approval has already been handed over to the company by the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management […]