What’s needed for India to become a leader in PCB manufacturing
Through Make in India, electronics-focused PLI schemes, SPECS, and the new ECMS, the government has created tailwinds for PCB manufacturing.
The paradox of rate cuts: Why corporate bond yields are hardening instead of falling
Despite RBI’s rate cuts, corporate bond yields remain elevated due to slow monetary transmission, high issuance, and global uncertainties. While yields softened slightly in October, supply-demand dynamics and investor caution keep them firm. Strong GDP growth, attractive spreads, and potential future rate cuts make corporate bonds an appealing investment option.
Ashish Kacholia’s portfolio shines in FY26: 3 stocks turn multibaggers, 5 fresh Q2 picks
Ashish Kacholia’s disclosed portfolio rose 15% in FY26, with 21 stocks delivering double-digit returns and three turning multibaggers.
Concurrent Gainers: 10 smallcap stocks that gain for 5 days in a row
Ten BSE smallcap stocks, including JSW Holdings and Primo Chemicals, gained for five consecutive sessions, showcasing consistent short-term momentum.
Wall Street edges higher in thin post-holiday trade
Indian markets saw a surge in stock prices on Friday. Retail and technology sectors led the gains. Investors anticipated a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Major indexes recorded weekly gains. The Nasdaq experienced a monthly decline due to AI valuation concerns. A CME Group outage briefly disrupted trading. The holiday shopping season commenced with Black […]
These 4 smallcap mutual funds lose over 10% in 1 year. Do you own any in your portfolio?
Four smallcap mutual funds have fallen over 10% in the past year, with both active and passive schemes seeing notable declines.
IPO Calendar: Meesho to anchor a packed Rs 6,900 crore pipeline from 12 issues next week
India’s primary market is set for a busy week, with Rs 6,900 crore expected from 12 IPOs. Meesho leads the lineup with its Rs 5,421-crore issue, alongside Aequs and Vidya Wires on the mainboard. Nine SME IPOs will also open, keeping subscription activity high as December begins.
Can Rs 500 SIP at 16 help build a future business fund? Expert share best investment strategy
A Rs 500 SIP started at age 16 can be a powerful first step toward building future business capital. Experts say early investing matters more than the amount. A Balanced Advantage Fund, such as ICICI BAF, can offer growth with controlled risk, helping young investors begin their long-term wealth journey.
Meesho IPO: GMP among 10 key things to know before subscription next week
Meesho’s ₹5,421-crore IPO opens next week with a strong GMP and improving fundamentals, but profitability and competition remain key risks.
US yields drift higher in low-volume day after CME outage
U.S. Treasury yields edged higher on Friday amidst thin trading volumes following the Thanksgiving holiday and a significant CME Group trading platform outage. While futures trading resumed after an 11-hour shutdown, markets remained subdued. Investors are anticipating a potential Federal Reserve interest rate cut, leading to a slight steepening of the yield curve as the […]