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New system to ease FPI access to Gsecs awaits RBI nod
Foreign investors seek improved access to Indian bonds through global platforms, awaiting RBI approval. The new model aims for efficient trading with straight-through processing on the NDS-OM platform.
Hot Stocks: Brokerage view on IndiGo, L&T, Epigral and Anant Raj
Goldman Sachs and UBS recommend buying IndiGo and L&T, respectively. Emkay Global sees growth opportunities in Epigral, while DAM Capital is optimistic about Anant Raj's data center potential and realty projects. Overall, the brokerage firms are positive about the long-term prospects of these companies.
Misjudging market dynamics - why this can be detrimental for investors
In 2021, for instance, euphoria surrounded several newly listed companies. Many investors poured money into these companies based solely on hype, neglecting factors like profitability and growth prospects. This resulted in a correction in 2022, with several companies that previously completed successful IPOs witnessing significant value erosion.
Banking stocks lift Sensex, Nifty to new heights in July opening
D-Sreet closed on a positive note on Monday, with the S&P BSE Sensex gaining 443.46 points to settle at 79,476.19. The broader Nifty index also rose, adding 131.35 points to close at 24,141.95. The banking sector showed particular strength, with the banking gauge up by 0.44%. Tech Mahindra, Wipro, Bajaj Finance, Grasim Industries, and UltraTech Cement were among the top gainers, while NTPC, Eicher Motors, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, SBI, and Dr. Reddy's Laboratories experienced declines. Market capitalisation of all the BSE listed companies increased by Rs 344,798 crore.
Skoda Auto CEO's strategy for Indian market: Humility, learning, customer focus and a new partner
Skoda Auto's CEO Klaus Zellmer highlights India's pivotal role in the company's global strategy, noting it as the most attractive and competitive auto market. With a robust development base in Pune, Skoda plans to leverage India's potential for expansion into ASEAN and the Middle East.
FMCG is “passe”: Indian economy has a new definition of defensive stocks: 8 stocks from 2 sectors with upside scope of up to 37%
On the day of election results were announced and the whole stock market melted, stocks from one sector were able to gain, that was FMCG. Many theories were floated about why they are doing well. Right from them being defensive stocks to that focus would not shift from investment to consumption. But close to a month down the line, all those stocks are once again in the under performance mode. The fact is before deciding on whether the stocks are defensive or not, some questions need to be asked. A stock which was a defensive stock in 1994 when the Indian economy was just opening is still a defensive stock even in 2024 when we are a whole different economy with different needs and consumption patterns.
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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.
This isn’t Hotel California! Sebi’s new delisting rules signals maturity of Indian equity market
This week not only did we overcome a 17 year wait to get into the World Cup final, but we also overcame a waiting period of 19 years to gain freedom from RBB mechanism for delisting of a company.
187 BSE500 stocks offer double digit returns as markets scaled new heights in June
The India Cements was the top gainer in this pack with nearly 44% return, followed by Amara Raja Energy (41%), JK Paper (40.5%), and V Mart Retail (40.5%).
KKR seeks $20 billion for new North America buyout fund
KKR is seeking about $20 billion from investors for its latest flagship North America private equity fund, according to people familiar with the matter, three years after it launched its predecessor fund of similar size.
Awfis to expand in new markets, says CMD Amit Ramani
Awfis is targeting a 30% revenue growth in FY25, driven by expanding its supply and achieving higher occupancy rates at its current centers. The company operates in 17 cities, hosting 181 centers with approximately 110,000 seats and covering a chargeable area of 5.6 million square feet. Awfis saw its operating revenue grow 45% year on year to Rs 232.3 crore.
Federal Bank, Bharat Forge among 6 midcap stocks that hit new 52-week highs on Thursday
Indian headline equity indices were mostly muted on Thursday as investors booked profits after the benchmarks hit record highs this week, and as financial and pharmaceutical stocks dragged. Meanwhile, in today's trading session, six midcap stocks from the Nifty200 index hit a new 52-week high. Here's the list:
New India Assurance stock jumps over 5% on appointment of new CMD
Shares of The New India Assurance Company rose by 5% to Rs 251 in Thursday's trading session on the BSE following the announcement of Girija Subramanian's appointment as Chairperson cum Managing Director (MD) of the company.
Indices touch new peaks, Sensex tops 77,000 mark
India's Nifty and Sensex hit fresh highs, with Sensex closing above 77,000 for the first time after a bullish wave since June 4 election results.
Overall ADTO declines MoM as new demat accounts rise: Motilal Oswal
In May 2024, demat account additions surged by 36 lakh, but the overall average daily turnover (ADTO) in the financial markets declined by 3% to Rs 433 lakh crore. While F&O ADTO decreased by 3%, cash ADTO rose by 5.5%. Active users on NSE increased to 4.29 crore.
Sebi relaxes timeline for material-change disclosures by FPIs
Markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday relaxed timelines for disclosure of material changes by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs). The regulator categorised material changes notified by FPIs into two groups.
M&M, Marico among 5 largecap stocks that hit new 52-week highs on Wednesday
Indian headline indices surged in volatile trading on Wednesday as investors digested a narrow win for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's alliance and awaited more updates on the new government's formation. Meanwhile, five largecap stocks from the Nifty500 index reached new 52-week highs in today's trading session. Here's the list:
NYSE glitch sparks volatility in dozens of stocks
A glitch at the NYSE caused major swings in Berkshire Hathaway and Barrick Gold shares, leading to trading halts in multiple companies. The issue was resolved, with impacted stocks resuming trading after a technical problem was fixed.
NYSE glitch sparks volatility in dozens of stocks
At least 60 stocks listed on the NYSE were halted due to volatility and some stocks showed unusual outsized movements.
'Aayega To Modi' becomes new ATM strategy for stock investors before election result
Investors are capitalizing on the "Aayega To Modi" (ATM) strategy, as optimism surges with predictions of Prime Minister Modi's return. Bullish sentiment prevails, backed by favorable fundamentals and technicals, signaling potential gains across various sectors, particularly in infrastructure and manufacturing.
Fed's Williams says he doesn't feel urgency to cut rates right now
Williams stated that the economy's behavior over the past year provides ample evidence that monetary policy is restrictive in a way that helps achieve their goals. He made these remarks in the text of a speech prepared for delivery before a gathering of the Economic Club of New York.
Hindalco's US arm Novelis to list on NYSE in 2 weeks
Novelis IPO: Novelis on Tuesday launched a roadshow for its proposed initial public offering (IPO), where Indian parent Hindalco plans to sell 45 million shares, or a 7.5% stake, in the company at $18-21 per share.
JP Morgan maintains overweight rating on LIC post Q4 results, sees 29% upside
JP Morgan maintains 'Overweight' rating on LIC post Q4 results, setting target price of Rs 1,340. LIC's market share growth and strong earnings drive stock performance.
Asia stocks weaken on the patient approach to rate cuts
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan lost 0.57%. Australia's S&P/ASX 200 index was one of the biggest decliners, slumping 0.8%, also hurt by a pullback in some commodity prices.
Sobha Ltd aims Rs 10,000 crore increase in equity capital over next 5 years
After the Rs 2,000 crore rights issue, the company’s equity base will increase to Rs 4,500 crore. Earlier this year, the board of Sobha Ltd approved raising Rs 2,000 crore through a rights issue to increase the equity of the company and fund the growth.
Asia stocks edge up on Nvidia hopes, NZ dollar jumps
Markets are braced for fireworks when Nvidia reports after the bell, with options priced for a swing of 8.7% in either direction, worth $200 billion in market value.
Defensive stocks: FMCG is “passe”; 8 stocks from two sectors may be called “new defensives” with upside potential of up to 32%
1994 to 2024 is a difference of 30 years, but there is one thing which has remained constant, advice to move to defensive stocks when markets are volatile or there is an event risk. Four questions need to be asked; first, what is a defensive stock? Second, is a stock which was considered a defensive in 1994 when the Indian economy was just opening, still a defensive stock in 2024 ? Third, should there be a new definition of defensive stock in 2024 ? Last but not the least, what are the new defensive sectors or stocks?
5 world market themes for the week ahead
Markets are hoping for evidence that will solidify a brightening global economic outlook, though rising trade tensions are casting a cloud, while G7 finance ministers gather in Italy.
Need to think about capital markets reforms 2.0 to meet needs of growing economy: CEA
Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran called for capital market reforms 2.0 at the CII Annual Business Summit, emphasizing India's upcoming inclusion in JP Morgan and Bloomberg bond indices and the importance of managing foreign flows.
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