The deal has been concluded after three years of stop-start negotiations and aims to increase bilateral trade by a further 25.5 billion pounds by 2040 with liberal market access and eased trade restrictions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced the conclusion of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom (UK), along with… Continue reading India, UK successfully conclude mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement: PM Modi
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Continental reports strong Q1 profit on cost cuts but tariff uncertainty looms
Continental’s adjusted EBIT margin in the first three months of 2025 was 6.0per cent versus a forecast 5.1per cent. German car parts maker Continental reported stronger-than-expected earnings growth on Tuesday in part from cost-cutting efforts, although it warned increasing U.S. trade restrictions from higher tariffs pose economic risks. “We made a solid start to the… Continue reading Continental reports strong Q1 profit on cost cuts but tariff uncertainty looms
Tata Motors shares fall 2% ahead of key demerger vote
The company said the gross debt will be split between the new entities based on their asset sizes, currently divided in a 60:40 ratio in favour of the CV business. Tata Motors shares declined 2.02 per cent to close at ₹648.2 on Tuesday, as shareholders convened virtually to vote on the company’s proposed demerger. The… Continue reading Tata Motors shares fall 2% ahead of key demerger vote
Volvo Cars’ battery company Novo Energy to cut half of workforce
Northvolt, once considered Europe’s best hope for a battery champion, filed for bankruptcy in March. Volvo Cars’ battery company Novo Energy said on Monday it will cut its workforce by 50% to reduce costs after evaluating its business to take account of the bankruptcy of Sweden’s Northvolt, which originally co-owned the venture. “Despite our best… Continue reading Volvo Cars’ battery company Novo Energy to cut half of workforce
M&M shares rise over 4% as Q4 results beat estimates
M&M’s board recommended a dividend of ₹25.30 per share, marking a 20% increase for FY26, with a record date set for July 4, 2025. Shares of Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) climbed as much as 4.3% on Tuesday to₹3,150 on BSE after the auto major posted stronger-than-expected March quarter results and announced a sharp hike in… Continue reading M&M shares rise over 4% as Q4 results beat estimates
Hindustan Zinc advances research in zinc-based battery technologies
Hindustan Zinc is also working with US-based battery manufacturer AEsir Technologies on nickel-zinc battery technology. Hindustan Zinc Limited is progressing in the development of zinc-based battery technologies through partnerships with leading Indian research institutions. Early-stage research indicates the possibility of future commercial viability for these alternatives to lithium-based systems. Zinc batteries are being explored as… Continue reading Hindustan Zinc advances research in zinc-based battery technologies
M&M’s Q4 net profit jumps 22% to ₹2,437 crore
M&M’s board has recommended a dividend of ₹25.30 per share. Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has reported a 22 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase in its standalone net profit for the March quarter (Q4) of FY25, reaching ₹2,437 crore. The company’s revenue also saw a significant rise of 24 per cent YoY to ₹31,609 crore, comfortably… Continue reading M&M’s Q4 net profit jumps 22% to ₹2,437 crore
Festive tailwinds drive modest 2.95% rise in April auto retail sales, reports FADA
Total automobile sales grew 2.25 per cent, reaching 22,87,952 units in April 2024, compared to 22,22,463 units in April of the previous year. Automobile retail sales in India experienced a modest increase of 2.95 per cent in April, reaching 22,87,952 units, according to the latest data by Federation of Automotive Dealers Associations (FADA). The growth… Continue reading Festive tailwinds drive modest 2.95% rise in April auto retail sales, reports FADA
Industry forecast: FY26 seen as too good for 2-wheelers
Updated On May 5, 2025 at 08:40 AM IST Read by: 100 Industry Professionals Read by 100 Industry Professionals The industry expects continued growth, supported by rising EV sales and improved entry-level demand. Two-wheeler manufacturers expect sales this year to test the pre-pandemic peak, hoping that lower EMIs because of a cut in interest rates… Continue reading Industry forecast: FY26 seen as too good for 2-wheelers
Mumbai’s Bandra-Worli sealink may be toll-free for e-vehicles
Of the 60,000 vehicles that use the sea link every day, around 8per cent are EVs, according to officials. Electric vehicles plying on Bandra-Worli Sealink (BWSL) may also get a toll exemption like those plying on Atal Setu, Pune Expressway and Samruddhi Mahamarg. The move to offer toll waiver to EVs on these projects is… Continue reading Mumbai’s Bandra-Worli sealink may be toll-free for e-vehicles