Oil Price Today (July 24): Crude oil dips below $100 but up 13% this week as supply tensions mount. $120 per barrel possible?
Brent futures fell 81 cents, or 1%, to $99.68 a barrel at 0126 GMT, but were still set for a 13.5% rise this week. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures dropped 70 cents, or 0.76%, to $91.49 a barrel and were on track for a 11% weekly gain.
Japan’s Nikkei falls more than 2% on AI spending worries
Japan’s Nikkei share average dropped more than two percent on Friday. This decline was spurred by concerns over heavy artificial intelligence spending. Google parent Alphabet’s shares sank significantly overnight, impacting global markets. Chip-related shares and technology investor SoftBank Group also experienced losses. However, shares supported by domestic demand and shippers saw some gains.
D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
Domestic equities extended losses for a fourth consecutive session, with the Nifty declining. Investor sentiment remained fragile amid a sharp surge in Brent crude oil prices. Foreign portfolio investors net sold shares worth Rs 2,999 crore on Wednesday. The rupee traded in a narrow range, appreciating marginally by around 0.05%. Analysts suggest Indian equities are […]
Smaller stocks gain ground as largecaps lose market share
Large-cap stocks have seen their market share decline over six years. Mid, small, and micro-cap stocks have gained significant ground during this period. The Nifty’s share of total market capitalization fell to a multi-year low. Meanwhile, the Nifty Smallcap 250 reached a multi-year high. This trend highlights the increasing weight of smaller companies in the […]
Sebi introduces fast-track process for securities transmission
Sebi has revised the securities transmission framework for investors. A fast-track mechanism is introduced for small-value claims. Documentation requirements are simplified, and probate of a will is removed. Claims up to ₹10 lakh in physical and ₹30 lakh in demat form are covered. This aims for a more efficient and investor-friendly process.
Godrej Capital aims to grow gold loan book to Rs 5000 crores by 2031
Godrej Capital aims to build a Rs 5,000 crore gold loan book. This expansion follows their acquisition of Kanakadurga Finance’s gold loan portfolio. The company plans to increase its specialized gold loan branches to 350. This strategy involves deepening presence in existing regions and launching new operations. Godrej Capital targets a Rs 1 lakh crore […]
Can Lohia Corp IPO deliver long-term growth for high risk investors?
Lohia Corp plans an offer for sale to raise funds. The company’s revenue grew significantly while its net profit surged. Its order book expanded substantially after strong financial performance. The business is cyclical, depending on agriculture and construction sectors. Investors with higher risk appetite may consider this long-term opportunity.
Sebi plans a wider investment play for portfolio managers
The regulator said the review has been done due the rapid expansion of the PMS industry, where AUM (assets under management) has multiplied to ₹42.61 lakh crore as of May 2026 from ₹18.07 lakh crore in April 2019. “Considering the increasing sophistication of investors, growing demand for more personalised solutions and diverse investment portfolio, a […]
North India leads India’s expanding stock market investor base
North India now leads the nation in registered investors, surpassing the West. This significant shift accelerated after the pandemic with increased internet access. The North region saw its investor base expand six times since FY19. Maharashtra remains the largest state, though its share has declined. Uttar Pradesh has now overtaken Gujarat as the second-largest investor […]
Temasek-backed Manipal Health to line up $1-billion IPO
Manipal Health Enterprises plans a billion-dollar initial public offering this month. The company will announce its price band on July twenty-fourth. The offering includes a fresh issue of shares and an offer for sale. Proceeds will primarily be used to reduce debt and acquire a minority stake. This follows SBI Funds Management’s successful large IPO […]