Tech growth woes pose risk to Dalal Street’s sizzling rally

Slowdown in revenue growth for Indian tech shares threatens stock surge. Profit estimates for Indian companies are moderating, with growth at 17.7%. Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services to report slow sales growth. Reduced spending and slower revenue conversion are likely to dent investor optimism. Weakness in the services industry can impact the broader economy.

Manappuram tanks on Sebi hold on Arm’s IPO

The Securities and Exchange Board of India said in a report published on January 5, it had put Asirvad’s issue ‘Under Abeyance’. Manappuram owns a 97.6% stake in Asirvad Microfinance which had filed a prospectus to raise ₹1,500 crore in October, 2023. The IPO would have unlocked value in the subsidiary, said analysts.