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MARKET DYNAMICSJio platforms outlines operational and regulatory risks in IPO prospectus/MARKET DYNAMICSSebi proposes major changes to small and medium enterprise share sale regulations/MARKET DYNAMICSReliance jio sets initial share sale dates after filing prospectus with registrar/BUSINESS NEWSInsurers and NPS funds reduce quarterly equity purchases by 45%/INNOVATIONL&T and TuTr Hyperloop partner to advance transport technology in India/TAX & POLICYIndia and Mauritius amend tax pact to introduce principal purpose test/TAX & POLICYIncome tax department contacts tax professionals over delayed audit reports/MARKET DYNAMICSBank of England chief economist questions market rate hike bets/MARKET DYNAMICSIndian government bonds decline as yields reach multi-year highs/BUSINESS NEWSGovernment approves strategic restructuring and sale of IDBI Bank stake/MARKET DYNAMICSIDBI Bank shares surge 13% as valuation crosses Rs 1 lakh crore during privatisation process/BUSINESS NEWSRupee gains extend to third session despite importer hedging pressure/BUSINESS NEWSPL Capital adjusts Nifty 50 target and highlights key stock choices/BUSINESS NEWSBlackstone aims to double its total deployment in India to $100 billion/BUSINESS NEWSBarclays prepares to relaunch equity advisory operations in India/BUSINESS NEWSTata Elxsi shares rise on strong Q2 earnings despite analyst caution/BUSINESS NEWSHero motors shares rise 8 percent following quarterly profit jump/MARKET DYNAMICSReserve Bank of India currency derivative rules strengthen the rupee/MARKET DYNAMICSFusion CX plans public share sale to raise funds and repay debt/BUSINESS NEWSBond yield spikes and deposit inflows to restrain Indian bank profit growth in September quarter/
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MARKET DYNAMICS · 41 MIN AGOJio platforms outlines operational and regulatory risks in IPO prospectusThe telecom arm of Reliance highlights challenges from satellite broadband, net neutrality rules, inflation, and concentrated ownership ahead of its public offering.2 min read
MARKET DYNAMICS · 1 HOUR AGOSebi proposes major changes to small and medium enterprise share sale regulationsThe market regulator has outlined a series of proposed adjustments for small and medium enterprise initial public offerings to lower capital-raising expenses.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 2 HOURS AGOReliance jio sets initial share sale dates after filing prospectus with registrarThe upcoming public offering from the digital and telecom giant marks India's largest market debut, featuring specific allocations for parent company investors and staff.2 min read
BUSINESS NEWS · 3 HOURS AGOInsurers and NPS funds reduce quarterly equity purchases by 45%Allocations to Indian shares fell to ₹22,714 crore in the September quarter as rising fixed-income yields and market drops prompted institutional shifts toward debt.3 min read
MARKET DYNAMICS · 15 HOURS AGOBank of England chief economist questions market rate hike betsHuw Pill expresses doubt over market expectations for four rate increases as policymakers evaluate inflation risks from the Iran war.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 16 HOURS AGOIndian government bonds decline as yields reach multi-year highsHawkish central bank comments and rising wholesale inflation push Indian bond yields higher, driving market concerns.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 16 HOURS AGOGovernment approves strategic restructuring and sale of IDBI Bank stakeThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs cleared a major transaction involving IDBI Bank, marking a significant milestone for foreign investment in the financial sector.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 18 HOURS AGOIDBI Bank shares surge 13% as valuation crosses Rs 1 lakh crore during privatisation processA stock rally added over Rs 11,460 crore to the lender's market value while Fairfax leads the bid to acquire a majority stake from the government and LIC.3 min read
BUSINESS NEWS · 19 HOURS AGORupee gains extend to third session despite importer hedging pressureThe Indian currency reached a one-month peak following regulatory changes and hawkish comments from the central bank, though gains halted below 95 per dollar.2 min read
BUSINESS NEWS · 21 HOURS AGOBlackstone aims to double its total deployment in India to $100 billionThe global alternative asset manager views India as its top performing market and plans to expand investments across multiple sectors over a five-year horizon.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 22 HOURS AGOBarclays prepares to relaunch equity advisory operations in IndiaThe UK-based lender aims to re-enter the local equity capital markets space to capture growing demand from share sales and initial public offerings.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 23 HOURS AGOTata Elxsi shares rise on strong Q2 earnings despite analyst cautionTata Elxsi shares surged after reporting higher second-quarter net profit and revenue, though multiple brokerages retained bearish stances due to valuation concerns.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 1 DAY AGOHero motors shares rise 8 percent following quarterly profit jumpHero Motors shares advanced on the BSE after posting strong quarterly earnings, alongside plans to increase its stake in a UK-based subsidiary.3 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 1 DAY AGOReserve Bank of India currency derivative rules strengthen the rupeeThe Indian rupee climbed against the dollar following new Reserve Bank of India directives that require financial institutions to hold higher foreign exchange reserves.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 1 DAY AGOFusion CX plans public share sale to raise funds and repay debtThe business process outsourcing provider aims to raise capital through a public issue while promoters reduce their holding.3 min read
BUSINESS NEWS · 1 DAY AGOBond yield spikes and deposit inflows to restrain Indian bank profit growth in September quarterProjections indicate solid interest income gains for Nifty 50 lenders, but rising bond yields and liquidity deployment lags from foreign currency deposits threaten net profit margins.3 min read
TAX & POLICY · 1 DAY AGOFM Sitharaman comments on capital gains tax lift Sensex past 1100 pointsIndian equities surged on Tuesday after official remarks on transaction and capital gains taxes, supported by strong gains in major technology stocks.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 1 DAY AGOFusion cx secures rs 315 crore from anchor investors prior to public share saleThe business process solutions provider raised capital from notable investors ahead of its public offering, with shares priced at the upper band limit.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 1 DAY AGONew trade pacts could boost India's gross domestic product by billionsGlobal trade shifts and expanding free-trade agreements offer potential economic tailwinds for India despite rising protectionist barriers.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 1 DAY AGOSebi extends flexibility on IPO issue sizes until March 2027The capital markets regulator has prolonged an interim measure that lets listing candidates alter their fresh issue sizes by up to 50% without submitting fresh draft prospectuses.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 1 DAY AGOIrcon International shares gain 7% after securing Rs 862 crore railway orderThe engineering firm was awarded a domestic EPC deal by East Central Railway to build track lines within 365 days, lifting market sentiment.2 min read
BUSINESS NEWS · 2 DAYS AGOGlobal markets brace for IMF meetings, US inflation and bond selloffInternational financial markets face a critical week driven by multilateral meetings in Bangkok, major US inflation releases, bank earnings, and persistent sovereign debt pressure.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 2 DAYS AGOGoodluck India advances corporate overhaul with defence and green energy mergersThe company's board has granted in-principle approval to absorb two key operating arms, driving its stock to a new 52-week peak on the NSE.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 2 DAYS AGOAeroflex Industries shares rise nearly 13% ahead of board meeting on capacity expansionAeroflex Industries' stock gained 12.92% on Monday as investors anticipated an upcoming board discussion on capacity growth and company expansion.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 2 DAYS AGOMoneyview equity valuation advances 93% following public market debutThe digital financial platform reached a record share price after listing on the NSE on October 1, following strong investor demand during its initial public offering.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 3 DAYS AGOAdani Green Energy operational capacity reaches 20,763 MW as first-half energy sales climb 32%The company expanded its operating portfolio by 24% year-on-year in H1 FY27, backed by greenfield additions and battery storage deployments.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 3 DAYS AGOForeign portfolio investors sell Indian equities worth over Rs 45,000 crore in OctoberCapital flight from the domestic market intensifies as elevated US Treasury yields make fixed income returns more attractive to global funds.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 4 DAYS AGOAvenue Supermarts posts 8.5% rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 743 crore as margins narrowAvenue Supermarts recorded an 8.5% year-on-year increase in second-quarter profit to Rs 743 crore, alongside an 18% revenue jump, while entry-level wage pressures squeezed operating margins.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 4 DAYS AGOEdelweiss Mutual Fund highlights role of specialised investment funds amid demand for post-tax yieldsRadhika Gupta notes specialised investment funds have reached around Rs 38,000 crore in assets during their first year, driven by demand for tax-efficient income.3 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 4 DAYS AGOAirtel Money makes London debut in £5.3 billion public listingAirtel Africa's financial services division has completed an offer for sale on the London Stock Exchange, securing £529 million in the bourse's largest float in five years.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 4 DAYS AGOJio Platforms prepares Rs 30,000 crore public issue with target valuation up to Rs 10.3 lakh croreReliance Industries' digital and telecom subsidiary plans an entirely fresh equity issue in October, with current external backers seeking to raise their holdings.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 4 DAYS AGOUS banks and inflation data prepare to test stock market strengthImpending quarterly earnings from major American financial institutions and fresh consumer price figures are set to give corporate leaders key signals regarding economic health and future interest rate movements.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 4 DAYS AGORBI moves to drain rupee liquidity through bond sales and stricter cash reserve rulesIndia's central bank will sell 250 billion rupees of bonds and raise daily cash reserve ratio requirements to remove excess liquidity from the financial system.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 4 DAYS AGOSebi updates settlement guidelines and introduces fast-track systemIndia's capital markets regulator has revised its framework for calculating settlement payments and established a streamlined route for smaller penalty cases.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 4 DAYS AGOJioBlackRock Mutual Fund highlights equities risk-reward profile and elevated debt yieldsA September 2026 note from JioBlackRock Mutual Fund outlines market opportunities following recent equity pullbacks and shifting bond yield dynamics.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 5 DAYS AGOGlobal stock market listings face setbacks as major firms delay and scrap offerings in 2026A wave of postponed and cancelled initial public offerings across various sectors and geographies highlights growing tension between corporate valuation goals and investor caution amid volatile market conditions.3 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 5 DAYS AGOMV Electrosystems shares double from initial offer price within two months of listingThe electrical equipment manufacturer has seen its stock price surge despite reporting a drop in revenue and a net loss for the 2026 fiscal year.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 5 DAYS AGOBank of England chief economist urges central banks to maintain focus on inflationHuw Pill emphasizes the need to control inflationary pressures amid rising global bond yields, while the Bank of England's monetary policy committee remains split on interest rate decisions.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 5 DAYS AGOCupid shares hit fresh 52-week high after company lifts FY27 targetsCupid shares rose over 3% to reach Rs 368 on the NSE, driven by repeated upward revisions to the manufacturer's annual financial outlook.3 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 5 DAYS AGOMonetary Authority of Singapore expected to tighten policy at October 14 reviewEconomists predict Singapore's central bank will allow its currency to appreciate to counter growing inflation risks while sustaining economic expansion.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 5 DAYS AGOITC shares rebound 2% following a Rs 9,395 crore block deal selloff by GQGShares of ITC climbed after Rajiv Jain-backed GQG sold nearly 37 crore shares, concluding a turbulent stretch marked by excise tax increases, inflation, and a fresh 52-week low.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 5 DAYS AGOHospital shares rise following government cap on cancer drug trade marginsIndian hospital equities advanced up to 5% after the government restricted trade margins on non-scheduled oncology medicines to 30%, while analysts project a manageable earnings impact.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 6 DAYS AGODelhi plans modifications to ease traffic on newly opened Barapullah Phase-III corridorAuthorities are preparing lane alterations and digital navigation reviews after severe vehicle bottlenecks emerged along the newly opened infrastructure link.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 6 DAYS AGOCorporate earnings show stark split as 46 firms face double-digit profit declinesMotilal Oswal projections highlight a sharp divergence in Q2 performance, with headline market strength masking severe profit pressure across multiple sectors.3 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 6 DAYS AGOUS and European electric vehicle markets diverge as policy shifts steer buyersWhile European consumers embrace electric vehicles amid high fuel prices and supportive policies, US buyers are shifting toward hybrids and used models following the end of a key federal tax credit.3 min read
INNOVATION · 6 DAYS AGOIndian government to release consultation paper on artificial intelligence rules within a monthUnion Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that a regulation-focused document will seek feedback on artificial intelligence governance, deepfakes, safety, and a techno-legal framework.2 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 6 DAYS AGOJeff Bezos indicates Blue Origin could pursue public listing in coming yearsThe private space venture, recently valued at approximately $140 billion, has secured its first outside funding of $10 billion as it prepares to resume rocket launches and expand its commercial operations.2 min read
TAX & POLICY · 6 DAYS AGOGST Council to evaluate major compliance and credit reforms at upcoming sessionThe proposed changes aim to transition the indirect tax system toward automated administration, offering relief on input tax credits, reducing arrest powers, and simplifying multi-state registrations.3 min readMARKET DYNAMICS · 7 OCT 2026Indian bank equities advance after central bank raises interest rates to 5.50%The Reserve Bank of India raised the repo rate by 25 basis points in its first increase for four years, pushing financial stocks higher despite broader market declines.2 min readBUSINESS NEWS · 7 OCT 2026RBI allows Sebi-regulated depositories to include customer deposit details in statements: What changes for…The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday approved measures to allow Sebi-registered depositories to include bank deposit details in their consolidated account statements (CAS)."We are also facilitating SEBI-regulated depositories to include information related to deposit accounts in…1 min readYou are all caught up. Older stories are in the archive: use search at the top to find them.
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