Upstox is prioritizing profitability and diversification over an immediate IPO, aiming for a 2.3x profit jump to ₹500 crore by FY26. The brokerage is expanding into commodities, MTF, and mutual funds to offset regulatory impacts and build resilience in a challenging market environment.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong