State-owned LIC’s shares rose 2.4% on news of a potential 50% stake acquisition in ManipalCigna Health Insurance. This move would mark LIC’s entry into the health insurance sector, diversifying its portfolio. The deal, potentially valuing ManipalCigna around Rs 4,000 crore, aligns with LIC’s stated goal of acquiring a health insurance provider this fiscal year.
IT stocks slide up to 3% as market rout deepens on trade war jitters
Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, along with a cumulative 20% levy on China, are set to take effect at 10:31