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Alibaba's $2 billion gaming exit signals where Beijing wants its money

The e-commerce giant sells its gaming studio and pours $53 billion into AI as the US-China tech rivalry heats up

Fortune · Aug 18

Unitree vs. Shein: How August’s big China IPOs show how AI hype is leaving e-commerce giants behind

Unitree may be smaller and younger compared to Shein. But in the eyes of investors, the robot maker is the more exciting bet.

Fortune · Aug 17

​Festive season hiring expected to generate up to 2.7 lakh gig jobs: Report

India’s festive season is expected to create 2.5-2.7 lakh temporary and gig jobs, with hiring projected to rise 15-20%, Adecco India said. E-commerce, logistics, quick commerce, retail and BFSI will lead demand, with 45% coming from tier-II and III cities.

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Tata Chairman Chandrasekaran's exit fuels concerns over power of controlling charity

N Chandrasekaran's resignation as chairman of Tata Sons highlights rising tensions with the controlling Tata Trusts, which owns 66% of the holding company. This shake-up raises alarms over potential instability within the conglomerate. Investors express unease regarding the group's capacity to pursue independent goals, especially as it navigates losses in…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Shiprocket IPO Day 2: Subscribed 1.72x so far, GMP signals 35% listing gains, — Should you subscribe?

Shiprocket IPO entered Day 2 with 97% overall subscription on Day 1, driven by retail investors bidding 3.34 times. The grey market premium signals potential listing gains of 35% over the Rs 97 price cap. Major brokerages have issued 'Subscribe' ratings, citing strong positioning in India's expanding e-commerce ecosystem.

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Flipkart, Amazon, Meesho top list of e-commerce firms facing most complaints on NCH in 2025

Flipkart and Amazon received the highest number of consumer complaints in 2025. Meesho and Myntra also featured prominently on the list of e-commerce platforms. The National Consumer Helpline facilitated over 91 crore in refunds to consumers. Non-delivery of products constituted the largest category of complaints filed. The government has taken…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Shiprocket IPO opens for subscription. Should you apply for Temasek, Eternal-backed issue?

Shiprocket IPO GMP: In the grey market, Shiprocket shares are currently commanding a 31% premium over the upper end of the issue price of Rs 97, signalling expectations of a strong listing gain.

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Dear Walmart Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for August 20

Investors may want to mark their calendars for Aug. 20 as Walmart’s earnings release could give its stock the boost investors have been anticipating.

Barchart · Aug 11

Shiprocket draws Goldman Sachs, HDFC MF, SBI MF and others to Rs 727 crore anchor round ahead of IPO

Shiprocket secured Rs 727.41 crore from anchor investors before its upcoming initial public offering. The e-commerce enablement company aims to raise a total of Rs 1,617.48 crore through its maiden public issue. The IPO includes a fresh issue and an offer for sale, with a price band of Rs 92-97…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

India amends FDI rules to boost e-commerce for small businesses, artisans, farmers, and fishermen: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

India has amended foreign direct investment regulations to boost e-commerce trade. These changes will help small businesses, artisans, farmers, and fishermen access wider markets. BRICS ministers discussed enhancing trade, investment, and industrial cooperation among member nations. Discussions also focused on creating jobs through emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. India aims…

The Economic Times · Aug 7