Global Market Today: Asian stocks climb after tech shares power Wall Street
MSCI Inc.’s gauge of Asian shares climbed 0.5%, with memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. the top contributors to gains. South Korea’s benchmark Kospi Index jumped more than 2%. Contracts for US benchmarks edged higher after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posted their best days since early August.
Can Varmora Granito IPO deliver long-term growth for high-risk investors?
Varmora Granito is gearing up for a ₹320 crore IPO aimed at funding capital projects and addressing outstanding debts. Following the offering, the promoter’s stake will shrink to 47 percent. However, potential risks related to geopolitical tensions and export market concentration are evident. While revenue saw modest growth, the EBITDA margin improved significantly, prompting investors […]
Varmora Granito raises Rs 212 crore from anchor investors ahead of Rs 708 crore IPO
Varmora Granito secured ₹212.4 crore from anchor investors on Monday. This fundraising occurred a day before its ₹708-crore initial public offering. The company allocated 1.43 crore equity shares to seventeen funds. Goldman Sachs and ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund were among the key participants. Other notable investors included Bandhan Mutual Fund and Bharti AXA Life Insurance.
NSE IPO closes with 5.71x subscription, bids cross Rs 90,000 crore
Investor enthusiasm surged on the final day of the National Stock Exchange’s landmark IPO, with qualified institutional buyers oversubscribing their segment by more than twelve times. Retail interest was also robust, nearly doubling their intended allocation. The shares are set to debut on the BSE on September twenty-fourth, marking the end of a lengthy journey […]
The great IPO crush: 23 firms rush to launch Rs 40,775 crore IPOs before September 30 deadline
With regulatory approvals set to expire by the end of September, nearly twenty-four companies are racing against the clock to launch their initial public offerings. These firms aim to raise a staggering total of over Rs 40,755 crore. If they miss this deadline, they will face considerable hurdles in their fundraising efforts but may still […]
Explained: 13 reasons why the Nifty could not deliver more in last 5 years
Over a five-year period, thirteen stocks within the Nifty index adversely affected its overall performance, resulting in negative returns for these specific laggards. Conversely, the Nifty 50 index itself witnessed gains. Had these underperforming stocks been excluded, the index’s returns would have been significantly enhanced. Active mutual funds, benefiting from reduced exposure to these stocks, […]
Bandhan Bank promoter to gradually reduce stake to meet RBI norms
Bandhan Financial Services will reduce its stake in Bandhan Bank gradually. The promoter aims to comply with RBI regulations by 2030. Recent share sales occurred on the open market, lowering holdings. A proposed stock split will divide shares to attract retail investors. Shareholders will review this plan at the upcoming annual general meeting.
Government may do away with UPI subsidies as MDR revenue kicks in
Government may end UPI subsidies for small transactions as merchant fees are introduced. Taxpayer-funded incentives for UPI and RuPay transactions are being phased out. No new subsidies have been paid for transactions since April 2025. This shift aims to make the payment ecosystem self-sustaining and reduce taxpayer burden. Incentive disbursements have significantly decreased in recent […]
AI is real, and it will pay off, just as the Internet did, says JPMorganChase CEO Jamie Dimon
Jamie Dimon sees India as a fast-growing economy with bright future prospects. He believes consistent regulations and taxing policies will strengthen foreign investment. The RBI’s plan to raise dollars is viewed as appropriate for supporting the rupee. AI is a real investment, though its long-term revenue generation remains uncertain. Dimon supports transparency and good governance, […]