Clear Secured Services IPO listing today. Check GMP ahead of debut
Clear Secured Services is set for its market debut on December 8 following a successful ₹85.60 crore IPO, which saw strong investor demand. The integrated facility management firm, offering diverse services to sectors like telecom and banking, aims to bolster its operations and repay debt with the raised capital. Investors will be watching its NSE-SME […]
Speb Adhesives shares to debut today. GMP hints at muted gains
Speb Adhesives is set to debut on the NSE SME on December 8, following a moderately subscribed IPO. The company, a manufacturer of solvent-based synthetic rubber adhesives, raised funds for a new water-based adhesives facility. With steady financial growth and an expanding product range, market watchers will observe its listing performance.
Asian stocks tread water at the start of Fed week
Asian stocks opened cautiously as traders assessed strained China-Japan relations and upcoming central bank decisions. Investor caution grew regarding the AI rally’s sustainability, with markets anticipating policy announcements from major central banks amid renewed inflation pressures. The Federal Reserve’s rate path for 2026 remains uncertain, balancing price pressures and economic activity.
China’s Central Bank extends gold-buying as metal’s rally cools
China’s central bank continued its gold accumulation for the 13th consecutive month, adding 30,000 troy ounces in November. This sustained buying, which began in November 2024, coincides with gold’s strong performance and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. Global central bank purchases have also surged, driven by a need to hedge against the dollar.
Banks unlikely to reduce deposit rates despite RBI easing
Following the latest repo rate decrease, bankers foresee only slight adjustments to deposit rates. The landscape, characterized by sluggish savings yields and elevated credit-deposit ratios, restricts deeper cuts. Consequently, banks will experience continued margin pressure in the near term. However, a turnaround in profitability is anticipated later this fiscal year.
Bajaj Finserv plans foray into pension, wealth management in ’26
Next year, Bajaj Finserv is paving the way for a dynamic foray into pensions and wealth management, setting the stage for a robust financial future. With ambitions to list its insurance arms in the next four to five years, this strategy is a cornerstone of their ambitious five-year roadmap aimed at tripling revenue by FY30.
Is Corona Remedies’ IPO a compelling bet for long-term wealth creation?
Corona Remedies is set to raise ₹655.4 crore via an offer for sale. The company focuses on specialist doctors, driving faster revenue growth than the Indian pharmaceutical market. Its sales grew by 13.6% compared to the market’s 7.9%. Revenue and net profit have shown strong annual growth. Investors with a high-risk appetite can consider this […]
Will Nifty break past 26,350 for a fresh rally this week?
Nifty is expected to continue its uptrend, consolidating near record highs. Analysts suggest buying on dips, with a breakout potentially pushing the index towards 26,500-26,800. IndusInd Bank and PB Fintech are highlighted as top stock picks, with specific buy recommendations and targets.
Short-term debt funds may gain favour amid dovish rate outlook
Investors can now focus on accrual strategies for fixed-income portfolios. The Reserve Bank of India’s interest rate outlook suggests lower returns from capital gains. Fund managers recommend short-term and liquid funds for near-term horizons. Longer horizons can consider short-duration and corporate bond strategies. This approach aims to earn returns from interest receipts.
RBI may need to inject further Rs 2 lakh crore to let rates transmit
To ensure the recent interest rate reduction truly benefits the economy, the Reserve Bank of India may have to infuse a staggering 1.5 lakh crore into the financial system. This move is seen as vital to offset the liquidity drains caused by advance tax payments and possible forex market interventions.