Meesho eyes $6 billion valuation with December 3 IPO; check price band

Meesho is targeting a $6 billion valuation as it prepares for a December IPO. The e-commerce firm is also in talks with SBI Funds for a pre-IPO placement that could alter issue size. Meesho plans to raise Rs 42.5 billion through fresh shares, alongside a major offer for sale by existing investors.

Top 5 equity mutual funds deliver over 30% CAGR on lumpsum investments in 3 years

The top-performing mutual funds for a three-year lumpsum horizon are dominated by value and gold-oriented schemes, all delivering strong compound returns. Despite impressive past performance, investors are advised to base decisions on risk tolerance, investment horizon, and financial goals rather than returns alone, ensuring alignment with long-term objectives and suitability

HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finance lead as Nifty50 climbs to fresh record above 26,300

The Nifty50 index reached a record high of 26,310.45. Strong buying in financial, IT, infrastructure, and consumption stocks fueled the rally. Domestic institutional flows and sector-specific momentum supported the gains. Bajaj Finance and Larsen & Toubro were among the top performers. Despite some declines, the overall market sentiment remained positive.

Uday Kotak’s crisis-time MCX bet turns into a 1,618% windfall in 11 years

MCX’s surge past Rs 10,000 milestone, has turned Uday Kotak’s 2014 crisis-time investment into a massive 1,618% gain, with Kotak Mahindra Bank’s 15% stake now valued at ₹7,887 crore. The rally follows strong earnings, rising 29% YoY, and has pushed the stock well above key moving averages despite elevated volatility.

GMDC shares rise for third straight session, up 7% on government rare earth incentive

Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC) shares surged 7% for a third consecutive day following a Rs 7,280-crore government incentive scheme to boost domestic production of critical minerals. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on China and create significant production capacity for rare earth magnets, benefiting companies like GMDC.

Valuations not stretched, earnings will drive rally ahead: Dinshaw Irani

Seasoned voices like Dinshaw Irani expressed unwavering confidence in the market’s trajectory, anticipating new highs this year. He dismissed valuation concerns, highlighting strong earnings growth across market caps as the primary driver. Irani is particularly excited about smallcaps, seeing significant potential for growth once foreign investors rejoin the rally.

Patel Engineering shares zoom 10% after securing Rs 798 crore coal excavation order

Patel Engineering’s stock soared after securing two significant Letters of Intent worth Rs 798.19 crore for coal excavation and transportation projects in Chhattisgarh. Awarded by South Eastern Coalfields Limited, these nine-year contracts involve extensive overburden removal, coal handling, and logistics. This win further solidifies the company’s position in crucial infrastructure development for public sector undertakings.