JAPAN INSURANCE
Japan's Nikkei drops from record high on chip selloff, yen intervention nerves
The Nikkei share average dropped 2% on Friday, influenced by a tech stock selloff mirroring Wall Street. Profit-taking before Japan's long weekend due to currency intervention concerns. Tokyo Electron and Disco saw significant declines. Topix also down 0.93%. Market affected by bond yield decrease and SoftBank's chipmaker acquisition.
Japan's Nikkei rises to record high as financials and heavyweights climb
Japan's Nikkei hit 41,889.16 amid a financial stock rally. Fast Retailing, SoftBank Group rose; Tokyo Electron recovered. Financials led as the Bank of Japan met during political uncertainty. Analysts see July earnings boosting equities despite bond yield risks. The Nikkei closed at 41,831.99, Topix at 2,909.20. Insurance firms rose 3.5%, Kokusai Electric fell 7.2%, Recruit Holdings up 3.
India gears up for Malabar showdown with 'Quad' allies amid rising China tensions
India is gearing up to host the 28th Malabar naval exercise with the US, Japan, and Australia in October, focusing on advanced anti-submarine warfare. This multinational event aims to boost military coordination and combat skills amid rising tensions exacerbated by China's assertiveness in the South China Sea and Indian Ocean Region. Originating as a bilateral exercise, Malabar now underscores regional stability and maritime security. India's upcoming Tarang Shakti air combat exercise further enhances international cooperation in air combat readiness amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics.
Japan's Nikkei rises as tech stocks track US growth shares
The machinery sector outperformed all other segments, leading as the top performer among TSE's 33 industry sub-indexes.
Japan's Nikkei closes at highest since mid-April as value shares rally
Japan's Nikkei share average rose on Tuesday to its highest close in more than two months, as investors shifted focus to value stocks from semiconductor and other high-tech, while a weaker yen also lent support to export-related shares.
India starts preparing for a China-like population problem
Falling fertility rates have left India staring at the spectre of looming demographic challenges that have caused big problems for other Asian powerhouses such as China and Japan. The government is now beginning to plan for an aging India which could be a reality within a decade or two.
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Will prefer to focus on domestic sectors vs external facing sectors: Sunil Koul
I mean there is obviously the broader structural kind of under penetration story behind it, but I think the sector had not done well in the last a couple of years because of these issues and both in terms of numbers but also in terms of the regulatory overhang.
Japan's Nikkei closes lower as tech shares drag; value stocks up
Japan's Nikkei share average closed slightly lower on Friday due to losses in technology shares, offsetting gains in value stocks amidst a weak yen and higher yields.
Akio Toyoda, grandson of Toyota founder, wins shareholders' approval to stay in leadership
Toyota shareholders support keeping Akio Toyoda as chairman in Toyota city meeting amid scandal. Shareholder proposal for climate-related lobbying report rejected. Toyota focuses on hybrids and hydrogen for carbon neutrality by 2050, including Prius, Camry, and Lexus models.
Charting the global economy: Fed holds; BOJ leaves yen at risk
Federal Reserve officials expect only one interest-rate cut this year, while the Bank of Japan delays details on bond buying. Far-right parties in Europe influence elections and impact the euro's value.
Jefferies' Wood picks GMR Airports, reduces weights in three banks
Wood said, in his weekly Greed & Fear newsletter, that the airport operator's introduction into its portfolio will be at the expense of the reduction of weights in ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Axis Bank.
Japan's Credit Saison tastes success in India, to expand loan book
Credit Saison India, under the leadership of Presha Paragash, is leveraging India's unique data infrastructure to expand its loan offerings. With a focus on partnerships, new products like loan against property, and expansion into tier III and IV cities, the company is poised for further growth and success in the Indian market.
Nifty hits fresh record high, Sensex soars 500 pts on gains in IT stocks; Fed outcome in focus
Indian shares kicked off Wednesday's trading session on a positive note, driven primarily by gains in IT stocks. The market anticipates the release of a crucial U.S. inflation report and the Federal Reserve's policy decision, both of which are likely to impact near-term interest rate trends.
Japan's Nikkei edges up as financials, export shares rise
Japan's Nikkei share average edged up on Monday as export-related stocks rose on a weaker yen following stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs data and a rise in domestic yields boosted financial stocks.
FY24 FDI equity inflows down 3.49% on-yr
Foreign direct investment (FDI) equity inflows into India decreased by 3.49% in FY23 to $44.42 billion from $46.03 billion in FY22, according to official data. Singapore was the top source of foreign inflows, followed by Mauritius and the US. FDI in services, computer hardware and software, telecom, auto, and pharma fell in 2023-24. Total FDI fell 1% to $70.95 billion in FY24.
These midcap stocks with ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analysts
After a strong phase upward movement, mid cap stocks are witnessing a sort of selective profit booking move. Profit booking which is mostly happening in line with Q4 numbers. A strong directional move is only likely to appear post election results. During this phase, analysts are bullish on select stocks from different sectors, a number of the stocks on which analysts are bullish are essentially leaders of their sector.ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy". This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.
Go Digit to debut at the bourses today; here's what GMP signals ahead of listing
The Go Digit IPO garnered a robust reception, with the company's shares commanding a premium of Rs 25 in the unlisted market. Demand for the issue surged nearly 10 times by the close, fueled by strong interest from both retail and institutional investors.
Go Digit sees moderate listing, but analysts project optimism. What investors should do
Analysts said Go Digit's position as the fastest-growing private non-life insurer by GWP in India positions it for continued success in the insurance market. The company's advanced technology platform and focus on innovation bode well for its future.
These midcap stocks with ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analysts
After a phase where they once again relatively out performed, mid cap stocks are witnessing a sort of profit booking. A rotational move in terms of one set of stocks from a sector witnessing correction, while the other moves up based on what kind of numbers are getting released for the Q4. During this phase, analysts are bullish on select stocks from different sectors, a number of the stocks on which analysts are bullish are essentially leaders of their sector.ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy". This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.
Virat Kohli-backed Go Digit debuts at 5% premium over IPO price
Go Digit's shares listed on NSE and BSE at a premium. The stock debuted at Rs 286 on NSE and Rs 281.1 on BSE, with strong interest from buyers.
Despite healthy response to IPO, Go Digit GMP slips on allotment day
Go Digit shares were trading with a GMP of Rs 50 in the unlisted market when the IPO opened for subscription. However, it has seen a consistent slide in the past few days and is currently trading with a premium of just Rs 25.
Japan's Nikkei changes course to fall as investors pause buying
Japan's Nikkei share average dropped 0.31% to 38,946.93, impacted by investors anticipating U.S. chipmaker Nvidia's earnings. Daikin Industries and SoftBank Group declined, while chip-related shares like Advantest and Tokyo Electron rose. Insurers MS&AD Insurance Group and Tokio Marine Holdings also saw notable movements.
Go Digit Insurance IPO: Retail portion fully booked even as overall demand remains steady on Day 1
Virat Kohli bought 2.66 lakh shares of the company for Rs 2 crore in 2020, while Anushka Sharma invested 50 lakh through a private placement. Currently, Go Digit IPO GMP is Rs 45, slightly lower than the previous week.
Go Digit IPO sails through on Day 3. Check GMP and other details
Go Digit General Insurance IPO saw oversubscription and strong retail investor interest. Backed by celebrity investors, the company plans to enhance capital with the IPO proceeds, focusing on growth and empowering distribution partners.
Go Digit Insurance IPO subscribed 79% on Day 2, retail portion booked 254%. Check GMP, other details
Go Digit Insurance's IPO was subscribed 79% on the second day of the bidding process. The retail portion was fully subscribed at 2.54 times, while the non-institutional investors' portion reached 0.73 times. Qualified institutional buyers' quota was subscribed 0.24 times.
Go Digit on the fast track to growth is a long-term investor's bet, for now
Go Digit has grown business faster over the past six years. It has the lowest loss ratios among peers, which reflects high underwriting quality. In addition, a higher retention ratio and claims ratio augur well for future growth.
Why is the Japanese yen so weak?
The yen has fallen despite Japan's first interest rate hike since 2007 and optimism about the economy. It traded at 153.24 per dollar on April 10, its weakest since 1990 and in real terms it is at its weakest since at least the 1970s.
Japan's Nikkei slips as traders weigh US CPI, expected BOJ pivot
The Nikkei closed 0.1% lower at 38,797.51, rebounding from broad losses in the morning session as dip-buying took hold, but was unable to finish in positive territory.
Japan's Nikkei closes at record high as tech heavyweights surge
The Nikkei ended at a new closing high of 39,910.82, moving past a record intraday peak of 39,426.29 set earlier this week. The index closed the week higher with a 2% jump.
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