India tops world in IPO count, ranks third in fundraising in FY26: SEBI Annual Report

India maintained its global lead in IPO numbers during FY2025-26. The nation secured third place worldwide for total funds raised through these offerings. SEBI implemented reforms to ease capital raising while protecting investors. These measures included restructuring public float requirements and extending shareholding timelines. The regulator also allowed founders to retain employee stock options for […]

Options volumes crash over 50% in FY26 after Sebi’s strict rules

Options trading volumes in India dropped 51% in FY26 after Sebi tightened derivatives rules to curb retail speculation. Higher contract sizes, uniform expiries, upfront premium collection and increased transaction taxes reduced expiry-day trading while encouraging healthier market participation and stability.

Global Market: DBS raises full-year outlook as record Q2 profit beats estimates

DBS Group announced a robust nine percent increase in net profit for the second quarter, bolstered by a remarkable forty-two percent rise in wealth management fees. Following an exceptional first half, the bank upgraded its full-year guidance. Despite facing margin pressures, overall profit margins showed improvement with a higher return on equity. Additionally, shareholders will […]

Manipal Health shares slide 6% on account of profit booking. What should investors do?

Manipal Health Enterprises shares fell sharply on Thursday day after their strong market debut, triggering profit booking. Analysts remain constructive on the company’s long-term prospects but advise fresh investors to wait for better entry levels, citing premium valuations, while allotted investors can continue holding with a stop-loss at Rs 620.