Small business credit outlook 2026 is shaping up to be tighter than many founders expect. Even as economic indicators stabilise and inflation pressures ease, access to business loans is quietly becoming more selective. Banks are tightening underwriting standards, fintech lenders are pulling back from risky growth, and easy unsecured credit is disappearing—without triggering recession alarms. […]
Business trends 2026 are being reshaped right now—not next year. A rare mid-December surge of inflation data, central bank signals, and corporate earnings has forced business owners to rethink assumptions they were comfortable with just weeks ago. Markets are reacting, but the bigger story is unfolding quietly inside boardrooms and budget spreadsheets. Small business owners
India’s tech job market is quietly undergoing a structural shift. While layoffs grab headlines, a different trend is playing out beneath the surface. Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are expanding aggressively, and AI-led hiring in India is reshaping how companies recruit, evaluate, and retain talent. Unlike earlier hiring cycles driven by headcount growth, today’s demand is
They sound unreal at first. But each one exists for a very real reason. Most career advice articles follow the same predictable script. Study well. Get a degree. Find a stable job. Perhaps start a business someday if everything aligns. Real life, however, rarely follows that neat path. Why Weird Jobs Exist in the First
Starting a business in India has always involved risk. But over the last few years, that risk has started to feel heavier. Costs are rising, competition is intense, rules keep changing, and customer behaviour is anything but predictable. Because of this, many first-time entrepreneurs are no longer chasing bold startup ideas. Instead, they are looking
India’s startup ecosystem has crossed a crucial milestone with more than 2 lakh government-recognised startups. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says the growth reflects deeper entrepreneurial penetration beyond metros. India’s startup story just hit another landmark, but this one feels different. Startup India Milestone Reflects Strong Annual Growth The country has officially crossed 2 lakh government-recognised
Yves Rocher partners with Nykaa to enter India in 2026, targeting the fast-growing natural beauty market with its botanical skincare range.
Quick Summary — India’s Retail Vacancy Crisis India’s retail real estate sector is witnessing a major shake-up as nearly 20% of shopping centres fall into the category of “ghost assets.” A new Knight Frank report reveals that aging malls, poor tenant mix, and changing consumer habits are driving high vacancies. But experts say these underperforming