PNB, Kotak Mahindra Bank, other bank stocks rise up to 2% after RBI’s rate hike, Nifty Bank above 55,500
Bank stocks including Kotak Mahindra Bank, PNB, Union Bank and Canara Bank gained up to 2% after the RBI rose on Monday after the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%. The Nifty Bank index rose as investors assessed the impact of the rate hike and the RBI’s shift to calibrated tightening.
RBI allows Sebi-regulated depositories to include customer deposit details in statements: What changes for investors?
The RBI announced measures to enhance customer convenience, including allowing SEBI-registered depositories to include bank deposit details in consolidated account statements (CAS) and enabling interoperability among NBFC-Account Aggregators. Both measures will be operational by December 31, 2026. The central bank also announced a Technical Consultative Committee for Financial Markets to strengthen engagement with market participants […]
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank shares rally 7% after Q2 disbursements jump 55% YoY, deposits rise 7%
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank reported a 55% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 disbursements to Rs 3,525 crore, driven by strong non-JLG loan growth. Deposits increased 7%, while CASA deposits rose 14%. The bank’s CASA ratio improved to 21.5%, indicating stronger low-cost deposit mobilisation despite overall funding growth remaining moderate.
Titan Company shares fall 4% after Q2 business update. What is Nomura saying?
Titan Company reported 25% year-on-year growth across its consumer businesses in Q2FY27, led by jewellery, watches and EyeCare. Nomura retained its Buy rating, citing strong growth visibility despite high jewellery sales bases and elevated gold prices.
Kalyan Jewellers shares gain 2% as Q2 revenue grows 26% YoY, firm records 20% same-store-sales growth
Kalyan Jewellers reported over 26% consolidated revenue growth in Q2 FY27, supported by strong Indian operations and approximately 20% same-store sales growth. International revenue rose 18%, while its lifestyle brand Candere grew 64%. The company expanded its showroom network, reduced non-GML debt to zero and expressed optimism about the festive and wedding season.
Positive Breakout: These 9 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the Nifty500 pack, nine stocks’ closing prices crossed above their 200-day moving averages (DMA) on October 6, 2026, according to StockEdge’s technical scan data. The 200-day moving average (DMA) is used by traders as a key indicator for determining the overall trend of a stock. As long as a stock’s price remains above its […]
Sebi accuses Jane Street of dilatory tactics at SAT, says ‘investigator is being investigated’
Securities and Exchange Board of India has expressed concerns about Jane Street’s approach to the investigation. The regulator provided over 10 GB of documents but refuses to share more data. Jane Street seeks extensive access to various records and documents related to its case. The proceedings are aimed at resolving alleged index manipulation and trading […]
Dollar holds losses as markets await Fed minutes, speakers
The US dollar faced a downturn while European bond markets began to stabilize, affecting overall currency landscapes. Traders are eyeing the forthcoming Federal Reserve minutes and speeches from key figures, swaying market feelings. The euro gained ground, buoyed by decreasing French bond yields related to political expenditures, while the Japanese yen lagged, despite positive discourse […]
Global Market Today: Asian stocks hold near record highs, oil climbs
MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge edged up 0.1%, helped by advances in Japan, while South Korean shares reversed an early decline to rise 0.2%. The regional benchmark is less than 2% from its peak.
NBFC credit growth rises to 15.8% in August as gold, consumer durable loans surge
During August 2026, non-banking financial companies enjoyed a boost in credit expansion, with gold loans seeing remarkable growth alongside consumer durable loans. Housing loans remained a critical component of the retail lending portfolio. Conversely, lending to the services sector declined, highlighting slower growth in certain segments. This overall increase in several sectors points to an […]