Financial decisions — from personal investments to corporate strategies — depend on trustworthy information. That’s why we maintain a strict fact-checking policy to ensure the content we publish is accurate, transparent, and responsible.
This page outlines how we verify the information we share and how you, our readers, can contribute to a more accurate information ecosystem.
Our Fact-Checking Mission
To provide readers with financial news and analysis that is verified, well-sourced, and free from misinformation.
We aim to:
- Prevent the spread of financial rumors or market manipulation
- Correct errors swiftly and transparently
- Help readers distinguish between facts, forecasts, and opinions
What We Fact-Check
We fact-check all forms of content we publish, including:
- News reports (e.g., stock updates, corporate announcements, policy changes)
- Market data and statistics
- Economic indicators (e.g., GDP, inflation, interest rates)
- Company earnings and disclosures
- Opinion and analysis pieces (factual claims within these are checked)
- Social media updates and financial commentary
- Charts, infographics, and visuals
We also fact-check user-submitted content (such as guest articles) before it is published.
Sources We Rely On
We only use reputable, primary, and official sources, including:
- Stock exchanges (NSE, BSE)
- Regulatory bodies (RBI, SEBI, IRDAI)
- Government portals (Ministry of Finance, PIB)
- Company filings (annual reports, quarterly results, press releases)
- Reputable financial databases (Bloomberg, Reuters, TradingView)
- Academic journals and verified research papers
- Interviews with verified domain experts
For international data, we refer to:
- World Bank
- IMF
- Federal Reserve
- OECD
- International media with strong editorial practices (e.g., Financial Times, WSJ)
The Fact-Checking Process
Here’s how we ensure content is accurate before it’s published:
Step 1: Research
Writers gather information only from credible sources, preferably primary. Claims without a clear origin are not included.
Step 2: Verification
All key data points are cross-verified with at least two reliable sources. Figures, statements, and quotes are fact-checked line by line.
Step 3: Editorial Review
Editors check for accuracy, context, and fairness. If there is any doubt about a statistic or claim, it is flagged and removed or further investigated.
Step 4: Pre-Publication Audit
In high-impact stories (e.g., market crashes, RBI announcements), a senior editor conducts a final pre-publish review for compliance with our factual standards.
Step 5: Post-Publication Monitoring
Our team monitors published stories for real-time updates, corrections, or evolving facts. Readers can report errors or request clarifications.
What We Avoid
We have a zero-tolerance policy for:
- Unverified “hot stock tips”
- Rumors or market speculation without basis
- Forwarded claims or screenshots from unverified social media
- Biased or self-serving data
- Plagiarized or auto-generated content without verification
Corrections and Accountability
If we publish inaccurate information:
- We update the content immediately after verification
- A correction note is added to the article, with the date
- In serious cases, a retraction or editor’s note is issued
- We also correct false or misleading headlines or image captions
For more, visit our Corrections Policy.
Training & Editorial Integrity
Our editorial team undergoes ongoing training in:
- Financial literacy
- Source verification
- Data interpretation
- Bias detection
- Responsible journalism
We are committed to improving our fact-checking tools and workflows to adapt to the rapidly evolving financial landscape.
Reader Involvement
Spotted an error? Help us stay accountable.
📧 Email: [email protected]
Please include:
- The article title or URL
- The questionable statement
- Any credible sources that support your correction
Our editorial team will review your submission and respond within 48 hours.
