US Inflation Slows to 2.4%, Raising Hopes for Fed Rate Cuts

February 13, 2026

US Inflation Slows to 2.4%, Raising Hopes for Fed Rate Cuts

US inflation cooled more than expected in January, with CPI rising 2.4% year-on-year. Energy prices dropped, and experts say the Fed might cut rates later if inflation improves further.

San Francisco Teachers Strike Ends; Schools Set to Reopen After Tentative Deal

February 13, 2026

San Francisco Teachers Strike Ends; Schools Set to Reopen After Tentative Deal

After a strike lasting several days, San Francisco teachers reached a tentative deal on wages and family health benefits. Schools will reopen soon with new terms for staff and students.

Engineers India Ltd Reports Rs 301.73 Crore Q3 Profit on Turnkey Contracts Surge

February 13, 2026

Engineers India Ltd Reports Rs 301.73 Crore Q3 Profit on Turnkey Contracts Surge

Engineers India Ltd posted Rs 301.73 crore net profit in Q3, up from Rs 88.1 crore last year. Turnover rose 59% to Rs 1,194 crore, led by doubling revenue from turnkey projects.

HUL’s Net Profit Soars 121% to Rs. 6,603 Crore in Q4, Revenue Up 5.6%

February 13, 2026

HUL’s Net Profit Soars 121% to Rs. 6,603 Crore in Q4, Revenue Up 5.6%

HUL’s net profit jumps by 121% to Rs. 6,603 crore in Q4, driven by portfolio changes. Revenue rises 5.6% to Rs. 16,441 crore. EBITDA margin dips slightly. CEO Priya Nair sees early demand recovery and brighter FY27. Shares slip 3% after results.

China Opens Major Power Line Projects to Private Investment Amid Infrastructure Push

February 13, 2026

China Opens Major Power Line Projects to Private Investment Amid Infrastructure Push

China invites private investors to fund two huge ultra-high-voltage power lines worth over US$9 billion. This move aims to boost infrastructure and energy growth by 2028, signaling a shift in how China finances critical projects.