February 19, 2026

Investments

Investments

FM Sitharaman says ministry does not advise LIC on investments, Adani investments as per SOPs

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday (December 1) said her ministry does not issue advisory or directions to Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) regarding its investment decisions, and emphasised that the investments that the state-owned insurer made in Adani Group were as per established SOPs. India’s largest insurer has, over the years, made investment

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The investment firms given 1 and 2 stars for service by advisers

Seven investment companies were given the lowest ratings of one or two-stars for service by advisers this year.  Advisers rated firms on several areas, including fair value under consumer duty, adviser focus and product support. In the 35th year of the awards, five-star winners were celebrated in a glitzy ceremony at the Natural History Museum

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A Welsh pension fund just became the first to ditch investments “linked to the Israeli state’s genocide”

Campaigners have called a decision by the Clwyd Pension Fund to update its investment exclusion policy a “milestone”. The unanimous vote to remove investments complicit in the oppression of Palestinians is the first by a pension fund in Wales. Clwyd Pension Fund committee members moved to bring the portfolio into compliance with the UN OHCHR

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Where to invest in 2026

If you’re looking to review your portfolio following a bumpy year in the markets, then you may be wondering what the experts think will be the best investments in 2026 and where the key opportunities for growth are. The top stocks and funds for DIY investors throughout 2025 reflected a turbulent year. We saw Donald

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FG offers 50 oil, gas blocks in 2025 licensing round, targets $10bn in investments

The federal government has listed 50 oil and gas blocks across onshore, swamp/shallow water and offshore terrains spanning diverse basins, as it commences the 2025 licensing round. Announcing the commencement of the Nigeria 2025 licensing round and the launch of the licensing round online portal br2025.nuprc.gov.ng. on Monday, Gbenga Komolafe, Commission Chief Executive (CCE), Nigerian

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Output to Register an AAGR of 2.6%, Supported by Government Investments Into Connectivity, Renewable Energy Provisions, and Affordable Housing Projects

Company Logo The Canadian construction industry presents market opportunities through investments in residential, non-residential, and public transportation infrastructures. Key growth is anticipated from renewable energy initiatives and affordable housing projects, while overcoming challenges posed by US-Canada political tensions. Dublin, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Canada Construction Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts by Sector

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What is Rupert Grint’s net worth now? Actor’s income, investments, and tax fight

Rupert Grint’s net worth is approximately $50 million. His income is estimated to be in the tens of millions from salaries and royalties. Rupert’s income is also bolstered by real estate investments, particularly in the UK. Grint recently lost a legal battle with the tax authority and has been ordered to pay an additional £1.8

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India PE/VC Investments Reach $5.3B in Oct 2025: EY-IVCA: Rediff Moneynews

Private equity and venture capital investments in India hit USD 5.3 billion in October 2025, a 9% YoY increase. Key sectors & trends. New Delhi, Nov 30 (PTI) Private equity and venture capital (PE/VC) investments in India touched USD 5.3 billion across 102 deals in October 2025, marking a 9 per cent rise year-on-year, according

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Why desperate Gen Z is embracing risky investments

It has become a rite of passage for every new generation of young adults to be labelled lazy and irresponsible by their elders, but Gen Z has probably had it worse than most. Accusations range from not making an effort at work to splurging on luxuries and a “Yolo” (you only live once) attitude to

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Fidelity Says This Investment Is Entering a ‘Golden Age’ — Should You Invest?

A recent article by Fidelity highlights one surprising trend: the quiet comeback of convertible bonds. These hybrid investments are getting renewed attention from both institutional and individual investors alike. With more than $300 billion in outstanding convertible bonds, Fidelity says we may be entering a “golden age” for this asset class. For You: I Asked

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