Top 03 Business updates, Dec 23,2025

Top 03 business updates

Friends according to the media reports,Please look the top three business updates in India as of December 23, 2025, are centered on a landmark trade agreement, major corporate consolidations, and a significant shift in the financial sector:

India and New Zealand Finalize Historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

India and New Zealand have concluded negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement. The deal, which marks Indias first-ever women-led FTA negotiation, aims to double bilateral trade within five years. Notably, India has secured zero-duty access for all goods while successfully shielding its sensitive dairy sector from bulk imports. The pact also introduces a new Temporary Employment Entry Visa for 5,000 skilled Indian professionals annually.

Adani Group Accelerates Cement Consolidation with Mega Merger

The board of Adani-owned Ambuja Cements has officially cleared the merger of ACC and Orient Cement into itself. This move is designed to create a "One Cement Platform," significantly consolidating the Adani Groups leadership in India's infrastructure and construction materials market. The merger follows a series of acquisitions aimed at scaling capacity to meet the rising demand in India's booming real estate and infrastructure sectors.

Shriram Finance Secures ₹39,600 Crore Investment from MUFG Bank

Japans MUFG Bank has finalized a deal to acquire a 20% stake in Shriram Finance for approximately ₹39,600 crore. This transaction is a major endorsement of India's non-banking financial company (NBFC) sector and is expected to lower Shrirams funding costs. Following the investment, Shriram Finance has clarified that it will maintain its current operating model and has ruled out plans to apply for a universal banking license.thanks for connecting business Khabri.