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GIFT Nifty signals a positive start for D-Street. Here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities surge with Nifty crossing 24300 and Sensex breaching 80000. Tech view sets 24900 as the next target. Dollar weakens, oil prices fall, and rupee settles lower. FII net long increases to Rs 3.78 lakh crore. DIIs buy shares worth Rs 924 crore.
Global firms buy PB Fintech stakes from early backers
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have lapped up shares in Gurugram-based listed fintech firm PB Fintech, as its founders and early investors sold their shares, in full or in part, in multiple tranches. These transactions happened through bulk deals when several early-stage investors of the company exited the firm fully or partly after 2021, when it went public.
Sebi's levy order likely to erode Rs 2,000 crore from discount brokers' income, hit client base
Several brokerage companies, including IIFL Securities and Motilal Oswal Financial Services, saw share declines of 3% to 7% due to the regulatory order affecting brokerages, potentially leading to adjustments in zero-payment plans or increased rates.
Akiko Global Services stock debuts with 27% premium on NSE SME platform
Akiko Global Services debuted on the NSE SME platform with a 27.27% premium. The IPO was oversubscribed 30 times. The company focuses on credit cards and loans, using direct selling for product demos. In January 2024, their revenues were Rs 26.09 crore, with a profit after tax of Rs 3.21 crore.
Strong ER&D demand helps IT buck overall soft hiring trend
India's $250 billion IT services industry is facing sluggish hiring, but a bright spot is emerging in Engineering, Research & Development (ER&D). Demand for ER&D services is surging, driving a 15% increase in recruitment for these roles. Staffing firms report that tech companies are ramping up ER&D hiring to stay competitive in the global market.
Will Nifty give up 24,000 or make new highs this week? 7 factors to decide
Looking ahead, market focus will shift to upcoming releases including US and Indian manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data, alongside a pivotal speech from the Federal Reserve Chair. Meanwhile, attention within India remains fixed on the progress of the monsoon season, with the India Meteorological Department confirming its onset in Delhi and other parts of North India.
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Has the global economic environment turned favourable for equities?
Global economy's resilience amidst crises led to surprising growth stability and inflation control. Potential trade war threats loom, while equity markets soar to record highs, indicating positive economic outlook.
Emkay Investment Managers launches Emkay Capital Builder Fund AIF
The Emkay Capital Builder AIF is designed to generate long-term capital appreciation for investors through a carefully curated portfolio of equity and equity-related securities. The fund will maintain a multi-cap portfolio comprising approximately 20-25 stocks, ensuring a diversified and balanced investment strategy.
Rain deficit may spike food inflation further, warn experts
A note from Madhavi Arora, lead economist at Emkay Global Financial Services Ltd, said cumulative rainfall till June 21 was 17% below the long-term average (LTA), while the weekly rainfall (till June 19) was 33% below the LTA. Overall, basin-wise reservoir levels were in deficit and below last year's level as well. On June 20, the overall level was about 9% below the LTA and 19% below last year's level.
ICICI Bank tops UBS to become 18th most valuable lender globally
HDFC Bank's recent market surge has propelled it to become the 18th most valuable bank globally, surpassing UBS. This intraday surge boosted HDFC Bank's market capitalization to over $162 billion, making it the second most valuable lender in India after ICICI Bank.
In 10 years, India no longer a charity case, it's the driving force of world economy: Sanjeev Sanyal
There are no such things as poor people. They are poor places. Say two brothers grew up in Moradabad. One of them stays back in Moradabad and another went off to Dubai. After five years, one person will be earning a lot more than the other. Why does this happen? It is because places matter, says Sanjeev Sanyal
Not AI, IT hiring not picking up because of global slowdown in IT spend: Ramani Dathi, Teamlease Services
Ramani Dathi says there is no major uptick as far as demand for IT pros is concerned. There are a few set of clients, especially the GCCs and to some extent, who are able to maintain the current run rate of revenues and headcounts for Teamlease, but to show a massive growth or a double-digit growth, the IT services hiring has to be back on track.
3 SME IPOs open for subscription today. Check details before subscribing
Divine Power Energy, Petro Carbon and Chemicals, and Akiko Global Services are offering their shares to investors, aiming to raise funds for various purposes. The IPO market is thriving with these new issues, providing opportunities for Qualified Institutional Buyers, Retail Investors, and Non-Institutional Investors to participate in the offerings.
India central bank policymakers divided over rate-growth debate
Internal members maintain hawkish stance on inflation, with Governor Das cautioning against hasty actions for fear of worsening the situation
Monday blues! Heavyweights drag Sensex 400 points lower; Nifty below 23,400
The weakness was led by selling pressure in banks and metal stocks, while FMCG and consumer durables saw some buying amid sectoral rotation. IndusInd Bank fell around 3% and was the top loser in the Nifty pack, followed by 2% plus declines in Cipla, Tata Steel, and Adani Ports. On the other hand, defensives from pharma, FMCG, and IT - Sun Pharma, ITC, Nestle, TCS, and HUL - saw buying action.
Global trends, trading activity of foreign investors to guide movement in mkts this week: Analysts
Stock markets will take cues from trading activity of foreign investors and global trends this week with benchmark equity indices likely to face volatility amid the scheduled monthly derivatives expiry, analysts said. Moreover, factors such as the progress of monsoon and Brent crude oil would also dictate investors' sentiment during the week.
Go Digit stock likely to face pressure amid elevated combined ratio
After gaining over 24% within three weeks since listing on bourses on May 23, the stock of Go Digit General Insurance has remained range bound following weak performance in the March quarter, which was declared on June 11.
India major potential partner for Europe, potential in high tech, digital services: Estonia
Estonia sees India as a major potential partner for Europe, focusing on high technology, digital services, and cyber security. Jonatan Vseviov, Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, highlighted the growing collaboration between the two nations. Tiit Riisalo, Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, emphasized the importance of cyber security cooperation.
Karnataka contributes 22% to global R&D, says IT Minister Priyank Kharge
Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday said the state is at the forefront of innovation, contributing 22 per cent to global R&D, and is leading in areas such as technology services. The state government is striving to make not just Karnataka but India a skilled nation, research and manufacturing destination, innovation capital and biotech and startup hub, he said.
Payoneer Elevate empowers 500+ service export SMBs on their global expansion journey
Payoneer Elevate 2024 marked the 8th edition of Payoneer’s global flagship event in India, empowering entrepreneurs, founders, and growth leaders of service export businesses on their journey towards global expansion. Held on April 18, 2024, in the capital city, Payoneer Elevate 2024 delivered domain-focused knowledge sessions for over 500 Indian Small- and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) aiming for global growth. Here's how Payoneer is leading the transformation of cross-border payments to support Indian SMB exports.
Allcargo Logistics arm partners with ShipBob for ocean, air freight services
ECU Worldwide, a subsidiary of Allcargo Logistics, partners with ShipBob to offer freight services globally through FreightBob program, enhancing e-commerce inventory management with ECU360 tech-driven platform.
Global rates will come down, India certainly to be a top beneficiary: Jose Vinals, Standard Chartered
The Indian elections resulted in a surprise, denying an outright majority to the BJP. Despite this, prospects of strong growth through Narendra Modi's third premiership offer comfort to international businesses, as highlighted by Jose Vinals, chairman of Standard Chartered.
Dollar or other currencies? How the US is daring the world to find a dollar alternative
The United States is challenging its own foundations as the world's reserve currency with attacks on the legal system following Donald Trump's conviction. Despite growing consternation, no credible alternative has emerged. The dollar's dominance stems from U.S. democratic principles, but threats loom as sanctions and political turmoil test its credibility.
Electronics cos charged up for big revenue boost, set to double revenues to $55 billion by FY2027
India's EMS industry revenues are projected to double to $55 billion by FY27, driven by local component sourcing. Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, and other global firms are set to expand operations in India.
Foreign exchange reserves climb to record $651.5 billion
India's foreign exchange reserves reached a record $651.5 billion, showing resilience amid uncertain geopolitics. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das is confident in meeting external financing needs. Services exports, driven by software, business services, and travel, rose 4.2% in Q4 FY24, with a significant boost from GCCs.
How the Indian GCC boom is lighting up prospects of IT firms
With India emerging as a hub for global capability centres (GCCs), IT services companies are cashing in, setting up projects, looking for partnership opportunities, and even acquiring such centres.
Are senior GCC roles creating an opportunity for IT services professionals?
The mushrooming of global capability centers is driving the need for senior talent sourced from the IT services industry, with a shift to GCCs. Indian GCCs offer value in cost efficiency, innovation, and market expansion, attracting senior IT executives for global leadership roles.
India's services sector softens to five-month low in May: PMI report
India's services growth slowed to a five-month low in May due to weaker domestic demand, despite record export growth and a 21-month high in job creation. The services PMI fell to 60.2 from 60.8 in April. Input costs rose, intensifying price pressures and possibly delaying interest rate cuts by the RBI.
India, the choice for global talent?
India's population peaking after developed nations makes it a late entrant into the migrant labour market. However, it offers opportunities for foreign workers in high-end manufacturing, services, and the knowledge economy, bridging the domestic skills gap and smoothing India's economic transition to an age-dependency demographic. A structured immigration policy can speed up development and climb the value chain in manufacturing and services faster.
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