Molbio Diagnostics collects Rs 281 cr from anchor investors ahead of IPO

Molbio Diagnostics has successfully attracted Rs 281.5 crore from anchor investors ahead of its much-anticipated initial public offering. The company aims to raise between Rs 904 crore and Rs 940 crore through this public issue, with funds earmarked for infrastructure improvements and new equipment for manufacturing facilities. Additionally, current shareholders will participate by selling portions […]

Natural gas loses momentum despite geopolitical risks: Will prices recover?

Natural gas prices remain subdued despite Middle East tensions, as abundant U.S. production, rising LNG supplies and healthy inventories outweigh geopolitical concerns. Weather-driven demand has also weakened following the winter rally. While near-term prices may remain rangebound, growing LNG exports, Asian demand, power generation and natural gas’s role in the energy transition offer longer-term support.

Explained: Want to choose the right mutual fund? Check these 10 key ratios

Choosing a mutual fund requires more than examining past returns. Investors should assess risk-adjusted performance using metrics such as Alpha, Beta, Sharpe, Treynor, Information and Sortino ratios, along with standard deviation, semi-standard deviation and R-squared. These measures help compare funds, understand volatility, evaluate manager performance and determine suitability for individual investment goals.

Wall Street Week Ahead: Inflation data to test record-setting US stocks, Fed rate views

Upcoming inflation data poses a challenge to the stock market’s recent technology-driven surge. Analysts predict a rise in consumer prices, which might sway the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy. Meanwhile, easing geopolitical concerns and dipping oil prices have provided some reprieve to investors. Strong corporate earnings are exceeding forecasts, fostering a positive outlook for stocks, while […]