5 mutual funds had over Rs 10,000 crore cash in their portfolio in August
Mutual funds’ cash holdings fell by ₹8,967 crore in August 2025 to ₹1.98 lakh crore, dropping below 5% of total assets for the first time in nine months, with PPFAS holding the highest allocation ratio.
How Sebi’s new IPO rules could be a game changer for Reliance Jio and NSE
Sebi has halved the minimum public offer requirement for mega IPOs, paving the way for Reliance Jio and NSE to list without flooding markets. The move is expected to ease liquidity concerns and support India’s biggest-ever public offerings in 2026.
Explained: SWAGAT-FI is a diplomatic passport for fleeing FIIs. How will it work?
Sebi’s new SWAGAT-FI framework offers “diplomatic passport” status to trusted foreign investors like sovereign funds and pensions, easing entry, extending registration validity to 10 years, and simplifying compliance — a move aimed at stabilising FII flows and attracting long-term global capital.
India’s fiscal discipline and move to a debt-to-GDP framework strengthen bond market confidence: Suyash Choudhary
India’s bond market is gaining strength from the government’s fiscal prudence, reaffirmed 4.4% deficit target, and upcoming debt-to-GDP framework, creating confidence and stability for long-term investors despite global yield pressures and trade tensions.
Mega-IPOs, tech listings, and sponsor-backed exits to power India’s equity markets in FY26: Richa Choudhary
India’s equity capital markets are set for another record year in FY26 with mega-IPOs, tech listings, and sponsor exits, supported by strong macro fundamentals, regulatory reforms, and rising retail participation. Law firms play a pivotal role in shaping IPO momentum.
Sebi board meeting: 3 key announcements for mutual fund industry
Sebi has approved key reforms in the mutual fund space, slashing the maximum exit load to 3%, revising distributor incentives for B-30 cities, and introducing special incentives to boost women’s participation in investments.
Europe’s STOXX 600 slips as French rating review looms; still ends week higher
European shares closed the week mostly higher. Investors were cautious about France’s credit rating. Healthcare stocks saw losses, with Novartis and Zealand Pharma declining. Aerospace and defence stocks rose due to geopolitical tensions. Banks rebounded after a weak period. French stocks outperformed despite political concerns. Ocado shares fell after Kroger’s review of warehouse investments.
US treasury yields rise as bond market consolidates for Fed cut
American Treasury yields saw an increase on Friday. This happened even after weak economic data hinted at possible policy easing. The 10-year note yield hovered around 4%. Investors are awaiting retail sales data. The Federal Reserve meeting is scheduled next week. Markets anticipate a rate cut. The Fed’s future guidance remains uncertain.
Markets eye Fed rate cut as gold stays near all-time high
Gold prices are soaring, nearing record highs, fueled by expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut amid a weakening U.S. labor market. Spot gold reached $3,649.54 per ounce, boosted by recent jobless claims data. UBS analysts predict a rise to $3,900/oz by mid-next year. Silver, platinum, and palladium also saw gains, with silver hitting a […]
Oil gains weighed down by US demand worries
Oil prices experienced a surge following a Ukrainian drone strike that halted loadings at a key Russian port. However, concerns about U.S. demand, fueled by a revised jobs report and rising inflation, limited gains. While attacks on Russian energy infrastructure could curb exports, potential tariffs on India and China, along with increased global supply, added […]