Finance

In a striking revelation that has sent ripples through Washington and Wall Street alike, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has categorically ruled out any interest in becoming Federal Reserve Chair—saying “no chance, no way, no how.” However, he openly acknowledged that the role of U.S. Treasury Secretary could be a future possibility, especially as he continues to weigh public service against his legacy as America’s most powerful banker.

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is rolling out a new ‘facilitator’ system to help members resolve pension and provident fund issues faster—ending months of frustrating delays.

In a historic first, India’s stock markets will be open on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for a full-day special trading session immediately following the Union Budget 2026-27 announcement. Find out why this unprecedented move matters—and how you can prepare as an investor.

A quiet revolution is reshaping India’s financial landscape. For generations, Indian families parked their money in gold, real estate, and bank deposits. Now, a new generation is moving their capital into mutual funds and equities, seeking better returns and a more secure financial future. This is the story of that transformation.

In a legal paradox that’s baffling Indian families, your daughter-in-law might be family at home, but she’s a stranger under SEBI’s strict takeover rules. This outdated definition is now blocking critical business succession plans and forcing a national conversation on regulatory reform.

Gold prices saw a minor dip on Friday, January 17, 2026, after hitting record highs earlier this week. While most cities reported slight increases, Chennai bucked the trend with a decline. We break down what’s driving these shifts and whether you should buy now.