INVESTOR CONCERNS
NSE caps listing gains in SME IPOs; ‘move to curb price swings’
NSE imposes a 90% cap on SME IPOs to stabilize prices; Winsol Engineering surged by 411%. Amit Goel noted reduced volatility. Sebi chair Madhabi Puri Buch raised SME manipulation concerns. Sebi took action against Varanium Cloud, SecureKloud Technologies, Add-Shop E-Retail, suspecting schemes like bonus issues, stock splits, and preferential allotments.
NSE imposes price control cap of 90% on SME IPOs amid froth concerns
"To standardize the opening price discovery/ equilibrium price across exchanges during special pre-open session for initial public offer (IPO) for the SME platform, it has been decided to put an overall capping up to 90% over the Issue price for SME IPOs," NSE said in a circular.
Brokers' MTF hits record Rs 73,600 crore amid market highs, surging retail participation
Sebi's MTF framework mandates collateralising existing shares. Kotak Securities cautions investors on MTF investments amidst surging margin funding in anticipation of Modi 3.0 budget.
Should investors be bullish on the power sector? Pashupati Advani answers
Basically, because it is such a large part of the Bank Nifty, it is pulling the Bank Nifty up and all the others are kind of following in sympathy. But I am glad it is finally happening.
Staggered bets in multi-asset MFs look apt amid bullish sentiment
Experts advocate cautious investment in multi-asset schemes like ICICI Pru Multi Asset and Kotak Multi Asset Allocator, especially in uncertain markets with rising gold prices and unexpected shifts, for diversified long-term gains.
Can the bull run continue or should you be concerned? Ajay Khandelwal explains
Ajay Khandelwal says expecting between 5% and 7% earning growth in large-cap IT companies, but certain businesses in midcap IT will grow even more than 15% to 20%. At this point, we have allocation in our large and midcap and our multi-cap. But in terms of smallcap, we do not have IT allocation.
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MFs will continue to be at forefront for investors, supported by growth of SIPs: A Balasubramanian
The fund is being managed by Harish Krishnan, our co-CIO of equity, along with another expert who has a technology background. We had significant success after conducting multiple roadshows, collecting close to 2,500 crores of AUM, with contributions from over 1,20,000 investors and covering about 13,000 pin codes, reflecting widespread participation from across the country.
Hindenburg faces Sebi scrutiny, Kotak Bank dragged in Adani saga
Adani-Hindenburg Case: Hindenburg Research's disclosure of suspected violations by Sebi regarding Adani Group's short bet led to minimal gains, highlighting challenges foreign investors face under Indian securities rules. The short seller also stated that Kotak Mahindra Bank created and oversaw an offshore fund structure used by its "investor partner" to bet against the conglomerate, providing new details of trades that puzzled investors.
Fund Manager Talk | Higher interest rates for longer periods can upset bull market: Mihir Vora
Over the short to medium term ie: next 1-2 years, the markets would focus on earnings delivery as there is limited upside from valuations. Retail investors continue to invest regularly providing long-term support to the markets. We believe that his combination of fundamentals and liquidity will anchor a bull-market in stocks.
Joe Biden makes appeals to donors as concerns persist over his presidential debate performance
In the wake of a challenging debate performance, President Joe Biden reassured donors at a New Jersey fundraiser that he's prepared to fight harder against Donald Trump, whom he described as a threat to democracy. Despite criticism from the media and concerns among Democrats, Biden emphasized his commitment to his campaign. He highlighted the importance of comparing presidencies over debate performances and criticized Trump's record. Biden's campaign raised over $27 million, underscoring support despite the debate backlash. The president remains focused on his reelection, bolstered by his wife Jill's encouragement.
Nike stock plunges as gloomy sales forecast fans growth concerns
Nike faces stock woes and market challenges, prompting a potential shift in leadership under CEO John Donahoe's digital-focused strategy. The company's strategic pivots towards sustainability and product revamps aim to counter market pressures, signaling a critical phase for Nike's future direction and management dynamics.
Nike sinks over 18% as gloomy sales forecast fans growth concerns
Nike shares slumped 18.6% in early trade on Friday as a forecast for a surprise drop in annual sales amplified investor concerns about the pace of the sportswear giant's efforts to stem market share losses to upstart brands such as On and Hoka.
Bandhan investors cautious ahead of leadership change
Analysts view the central bank move as administrative in nature to ensure a smooth leadership transition in the Kolkata-based lender, but concerns over Bandhan Bank's asset quality perhaps kept investors anxious.
Equity taxation tweaks, PSU disinvestment among 6 factors that could break markets: Kotak Equities
Indian benchmark index Nifty 50 has surged by 1,682 points or 7.6% since the June 4 debacle, driven by non-institutional investors and select institutional investors, as noted by Kotak Institutional Equities. The market's sentiment remains positive despite potential risks, with a focus on upcoming state elections and regulatory oversight.
Oil dips on deflated US interest rate cut expectations, OPEC+ decision
Oil prices fell for a third consecutive week as investors considered OPEC+ reassurances and the latest U.S. jobs data impacting Federal Reserve interest rate decisions.
SBI investors lose Rs 1 lakh crore as PSU bank tanks 13%
SBI shares plunged by 13%, wiping out Rs 1.07 lakh crore from market cap amid a broader sell-off in PSU bank stocks, impacted by lower-than-expected victory margins in the Lok Sabha elections. Expert views remain mixed, with bullishness on private banks.
PSU bank stocks tumble up to 20% as early counting trends lower than exit poll predictions
PSU bank stocks dropped up to 20% on BSE as BJP-led NDA led in early election trends, defying exit polls. Central Bank, Union Bank, Canara Bank, PNB, and others saw significant declines. Analysts favor private banks like ICICI and HDFC amid political uncertainty. Shares of the State Bank of India cracked 19%. Meanwhile, Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, and Bank of Maharashtra also shed between 17-20%.
ET Analysis: Indian hospital chains report revenue growth & expansion plans amidst regulatory concerns
Leading hospital chains in India have reported improved average revenue per operating bed (ARPOB) and profitability in the latest quarter, driven by better payer mix and cost control measures. Expansion plans are underway, with a focus on markets like Bengaluru and Mumbai, through asset-light models. Adjacent businesses such as diagnostics, virtual care, and digital healthcare platforms are also seeing growth. However, regulatory proposals to rationalize rates may pose risks to sector valuations.
US stocks bounce back ahead of long weekend
The Nasdaq index surged over 1% and was heading for its fifth consecutive week of gains, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average faced a potential first weekly loss in five after hitting a two-week low on Thursday. Trading activity is expected to be muted as the U.S. equity market is closed on Monday for Memorial Day.
Are concerns over F&O retail activity overblown?
Options turnover in the total F&O turnover has been calculated on the basis of the premium and not the strike value (which is used by NSE and BSE to calculate their turnover officially).
'Sleeping partner can't answer sitting...': FM Sitharaman stumps a stock broker when he raises multiple tax concerns
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gave a cryptic responses to concerns about high taxes on stock market brokers and real estate transactions, stating that the government benefits heavily from these taxes without sharing operational burdens. She urged the Bombay Stock Exchange to collaborate with SEBI to enhance investor confidence and warned retail investors of the risks associated with the derivatives market, stating that an unchecked explosion in riskier futures & options could potentially cause problems in household finances.
Vodafone Idea cash Ebitda seen growing 32% CAGR during FY24-28
Analysts predict Vodafone Idea's cash EBITDA to grow at a 32% compounded annual rate from FY24-28, aided by customer additions and average revenue per user (ARPU) growth driven by potential tariff increases. Following a targeted fundraise of Rs 45,000 crore, Vi is expected to achieve around 3.3% and 10% compounded annual growth in customer additions and ARPU respectively over FY24-28. However, caution is advised as Vi may need to provide about Rs 22,000 crore in bank guarantees to the government post the completion of the payment moratorium on regulatory payouts in September 2025.
Election concerns weigh as only 11 smallcaps post double-digit weekly returns
Both the BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices lost over 4% each. In the smallcap pack, 11 stocks rose, with CarTrade Tech leading with 24% returns.
Business is growing; my personal life doesn't concern anyone: Gautam Singhania
Gautam Singhania, chairman and managing director of fabric and apparel major Raymond, has emphasized that his personal life has no bearing on his businesses, which have shown significant growth and transformation during the pandemic. Singhania, 58, is currently embroiled in a settlement dispute with his estranged wife Nawaz Modi Singhania, 54, following their separation announcement in November.
DoorDash posts better-than-expected Q1 sales but shares fall on cost concerns
DoorDash said its net loss narrowed to $23 million in the first quarter, compared to a loss of $161 million in the same period a year ago. The loss, of 6 cents per share, was higher than the 3-cent loss Wall Street had forecast, according to analysts polled by FactSet. DoorDash said it increased both marketing expenses and research costs during the quarter.
Tesla's profit fell 55%, adding to concerns about its strategy
Tesla's Q1 profit plummeted 55% to $1.1B, revenue down 9% to $21.3B. Layoffs of 14,000 employees amid 8.5% sales drop. Musk focuses on autonomous driving, Robotaxi, as share price surged in extended trading.
No justifications for gold's recent rally, investors riding on Fed rate cut hope
Gold closed at a record high of $2330 amidst escalating Middle East tensions, positive US economic data, and hints of potential rate cuts by the Fed Chair. Geopolitical tensions and economic indicators will continue to drive market sentiment. . Hotter than expected CPI inflation and contained geopolitical tensions will weigh on the metal. Resistance is at $2360/$2400 and support at $2300/$2250/$2200. A short term correction won't be surprising.
Unfazed by manipulation concerns, SME IPOs continue to flourish with sound listings
SME IPOs show resilience post Sebi scrutiny. Mainboard IPOs face valuation challenges. Transparency and careful analysis recommended for SME investments.
China's slump concerns persist despite global stock market rally
About three-quarters of 238 MLIV Pulse respondents are somewhat or very concerned about the country's problems spilling into other major economies this year. This underscores the concerns among global investors that China's economic troubles and absence of effective policy response will hit global investment and consumption cycles.
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