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$9 million meal? Warren Buffett and Stephen Curry charity dinner fetches record-breaking bid
Updated at : 2026-05-17 16:25:02

A charity auction offering a private dinner with Warren Buffett and Stephen Curry has fetched a record $9 million bid. With Buffett matching contributions, the total donation nears $27 million. Proceeds will support Glide Foundation and Eat. Learn. Play., highlighting one of the largest celebrity-driven fundraising efforts globally.

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Analysts see up to 50% upside in these 8 Nifty500 stocks. Do you own any?
Updated at : 2026-05-17 16:20:02

In this analysis, we highlight eight standout stocks that have delivered sequential quarterly revenue growth, are covered by more than five analysts, and offer estimated upside potential of 40% to 50% over the next year.​

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PFC board clears next step for REC merger, seeks govt approval
Updated at : 2026-05-17 15:25:02

Power Finance Corporation has taken a key step toward merging with REC Limited after its board approved seeking the President of India’s nod for the transaction. PFC has authorised CMD Parminder Chopra to seek formal approval. The merger will be based on a share swap ratio determined by valuers, while ensuring the merged entity retains its government-company status.

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What does an import restriction mean for silver investments?
Updated at : 2026-05-17 15:20:01

India’s move to restrict silver imports and raise duties is expected to push up domestic prices by increasing premiums over global benchmarks. While global prices may remain stable, Indian investors could pay more for physical silver. Analysts say the MCX-LBMA spread will be key to tracking the impact.

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Nifty's 23,600 line in the sand: Why missing this level could pull the index to 22,800
Updated at : 2026-05-17 14:20:02

Nifty’s recent profit booking has made 23,600 a crucial support level, with a breach potentially dragging the index to 22,800, says Geojit’s Anand James. While technical indicators show mixed signals, weakness persists in IT stocks. Select opportunities remain in KPRMILL and Refex amid cautious broader market sentiment.

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US Fed likely to hold rates through 2026 as inflation risks overshadow labour market weakness: Report
Updated at : 2026-05-17 13:25:02

The US Federal Reserve is likely to drop its easing bias at the next FOMC meeting and shift toward a tightening stance through 2026, with a 20% chance of a 25 bps hike in December if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed and energy prices spiked further, Elara Securities said in a research report.

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FPIs pull out Rs 27,000 cr in May; 2026 outflows hit Rs 2.2 lakh cr-mark
Updated at : 2026-05-17 12:25:02

Himanshu Srivastava, Principal - Manager Research at Morningstar Investment Research India, said the latest outflow trend reflected persistent uncertainty surrounding global growth, elevated geopolitical tensions across key regions and volatility in crude oil prices, which continued to weigh on risk appetite towards emerging markets, including India.

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Tata Steel Q4 net more than doubles on India strength, Europe recovery
Updated at : 2026-05-17 12:20:02

Tata Steel reported a sharp rise in March quarter earnings, with net profit more than doubling on strong India performance and improving European operations. Annual profit also surged. However, the company flagged rising cost pressures from West Asia tensions and ongoing regulatory challenges in Europe impacting its overseas business.

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IPO calendar: A cloud kitchen brand among 4 companies to launch public offers this week; check details
Updated at : 2026-05-17 11:25:02

Four SME IPOs are set to open this week across food, construction and textile sectors, aiming to raise over Rs 138 crore. While mainboard activity remains subdued, offerings like Vegorama Punjabi Angithi highlight continued traction in niche business models and sustained investor interest in smaller public issues.

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