Stay put in fixed income; next one year is accrual-driven, not double-digit returns, says LIC MF’s Marzban Irani
Marzban Irani of LIC Mutual Fund advises fixed income investors to adjust their expectations. Double-digit returns are unlikely. He suggests focusing on accrual-driven strategies for stability. PSU bonds in the short-term offer good value. Global factors and index inclusions are positive for the Indian debt market. Investors should stay invested and embrace fixed income’s role […]
Fund Manager Talk | Kotak MF’s Mandar Pawar: Consumption, autos and cement to lead next market rally
Kotak Mutual Fund’s Mandar Pawar anticipates domestic themes like consumption, autos, and cement to fuel market growth. He expects earnings momentum to strengthen in H2FY26, driven by improving rural demand, festive tailwinds, and rising construction, despite global trade uncertainties. Pawar favors consumer discretionary, autos, and cement sectors, while also highlighting potential in specialty chemicals and […]
9 stocks to trade ex-dividend on Monday. Last chance to buy for eligibility
Investors eyeing dividend payouts should note that today is the ex-dividend date for nine companies, including Alivus Life Sciences with a Rs 5 per share dividend. Other notable companies like Triveni Engineering and Triveni Turbine are also offering dividends. To be eligible for these payouts, investors must hold the stocks before today’s trading close.
Asian stocks mixed as investors await key US inflation data
Asian equities showed mixed performance as investors awaited a key US inflation report. US stocks reached a new high after strong economic data eased recession fears but also fueled concerns about persistent inflation. The market anticipates potential Fed rate cuts, influenced by economic indicators and geopolitical factors like the Russia-Ukraine situation, impacting commodity prices.
Boost for balance sheet: Japanese banking giant Sumitomo Mitsui lines up Rs 16,000 cr more for fitter Yes Bank
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp or SMBC will invest sixteen thousand crore rupees in Yes Bank. The investment will be through equity and debt. This will strengthen Yes Bank’s balance sheet. SMBC will also acquire a twenty percent stake in the bank from existing shareholders. The deal awaits regulatory approvals. This move is expected to improve […]
RBI flags tariff risks but sees domestic factors supporting growth
The RBI’s August report highlights downside risks to the Indian economy due to US trade policies, despite supportive domestic financial conditions. While uncertainties persist, factors like rising rural wages and rate cut transmissions are expected to bolster aggregate demand. The report also notes subdued industrial activity and anticipates headline inflation to remain below target.
Gangwal family trust sells 1.3% in IndiGo parent for Rs 2,933 crore
Rakesh Gangwal’s family trust divested a 1.3% stake in InterGlobe Aviation, IndiGo’s parent company, for ₹2,933.4 crore through bulk deals. This sale is part of a phased exit strategy initiated after Gangwal stepped down from the board in February 2022. Shares of IndiGo closed lower following the transaction, though the stock has outperformed its benchmark […]
India Inc doubles up on borrowing overseas after sovereign upgrade
Following India’s sovereign rating upgrade by S&P, domestic firms like Credila and Muthoot Finance are actively pursuing offshore fundraising, aiming for over $2 billion. This move is expected to lower borrowing costs, though tax cuts and US tariffs introduce some risks. Market anticipates potential Fed rate cut may further influence fundraising strategies.
AHPI alleges insurers’ body using anti-competitive tactics to push down hospital tariffs
The Association of Healthcare Providers of India (AHPI) has raised concerns over alleged anti-competitive practices by the General Insurance Council (GIC), including a proposed common empanelment process and sudden suspension of cashless services. AHPI argues these tactics pressure hospitals to lower tariffs without legal justification.
Indian equity markets decline as tariff worries deepen
Indian equity markets experienced a second consecutive day of losses due to escalating tensions between the US and India over tariffs. The NSE Nifty and BSE Sensex both declined by 0.9%. Investors are cautious amid a lack of positive triggers, with banking and IT sectors underperforming. Foreign portfolio investors continue to sell shares, contributing to […]