Sensex, Nifty rally over 1% as IT stocks drive broad-based market gains
Indian stock gauges rose over one percent on Wednesday. Overseas fund flows are expected to shift into local technology companies. The Nifty and Sensex closed higher, reflecting positive investor sentiment. Declining crude oil prices and a stronger rupee also supported market gains. Foreign and domestic institutions were net buyers of shares.
Gold loan NPAs may rise as NBFCs shift to monthly installments, ICRA projects market growth
Gold loan NPAs may increase as lenders shift to monthly installments. The overall gold loan market is projected to grow over thirty percent. This expansion will take the market to thirty lakh crore by March 2028. NBFCs’ market share is expected to rise to twenty-three percent by 2027-28. New players and banks entering the segment […]
FCNR(B) surge: Inflows through special window to ease banks’ liquidity pressure
In the first quarter of FY27, revised liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) norms came into effect, reducing the assumed run-off rate on deposits from non-financial entities such as trusts, limited liability partnerships (LLPs), and partnerships to 40% from 100% earlier. The change lowered projected 30-day cash outflows for banks, providing flexibility to the LCR mandate.
IRDAI approves Patanjali, DS Group’s acquisition of Magma General Insurance
Patanjali Ayurved and Dharampal Satyapal Group secured IRDAI approval for Magma General Insurance. This acquisition marks Patanjali’s significant entry into the financial services sector. Patanjali will acquire a majority stake, while DS Group will become a co-investor. Magma General Insurance has shown strong premium growth and achieved profitability. Patanjali plans to expand the insurer’s product […]
Can Manipal Health IPO deliver long-term growth for high risk investors?
Manipal Health Enterprises plans to raise ₹8,000 crore through a fresh issue for debt repayment and expansion. The company’s revenue grew strongly in recent years, while margins faced pressure. Its occupancy rate declined, and geographic concentration is noted in Karnataka. The promoter group’s stake will decrease after the initial public offering. Investors may consider waiting […]
Motilal Oswal raises mid and smallcap allocation to 50%, stays neutral on Indian equities
Motilal Oswal Private Wealth favors Indian mid and small-cap stocks. They are increasing allocations to these segments by ten percentage points. The firm suggests a neutral stance on Indian equities overall. Hybrid and large-cap allocations are set at forty percent. Global equities will comprise the remaining ten percent of investments.
SBI raises Rs 4,691 crore via Tier 1 bonds at 7.75% coupon
State Bank of India raised Rs 4,691 crore through Basel III-compliant Additional Tier 1 bonds at a 7.75% annual coupon. The issue received bids exceeding twice the base size, reflecting strong demand from institutional investors across multiple domestic financial segments.