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Leading Indian brokerages gear up to offer seamless access to global stocks via GIFT City

Indian investors can now easily buy foreign stocks like Apple and Nvidia through GIFT City, thanks to major discount brokers like Groww and Zerodha launching overseas investing services. This move, facilitated by the Liberalised Remittance Scheme, allows investments starting from just $1 with fractional shares. While charges include brokerage and forex conversion, GIFT City offers […]

Capri Global eyes up to $500 million offshore bond issue

Capri Global Capital is venturing into international markets for the first time, planning to raise $300-500 million through overseas bonds. This move aligns with other Indian NBFCs leveraging regulatory benefits for foreign funding. The company has appointed five global banks to organize investor meetings across key regions, with the issuance planned under its existing $1 […]

Former finance services secy Rajiv Kumar named HDFC Bank part-time chairman

Kumar (66), a seasoned public policy leader and financial sector reformer, is widely credited with playing a key role in revitalising India’s banking and financial system during a period of significant stress between 2017 and 2020. During his tenure, he strengthened governance, risk management and regulatory oversight across banks by institutionalising specialised monitoring of large […]

Zerodha eyes foray into investment banking

India’s leading retail broker, Zerodha, is making a significant move into investment banking. The company has applied to Sebi for a merchant banking license through its arm, Zerodha Corporate Advisors. This strategic expansion comes as the equity capital markets show strong potential, with experts noting ample room for new players possessing robust distribution and investor […]

India’s external debt rises to $762.8 billion in FY26, debt-to-GDP ratio climbs

India’s external debt reached $762.8 billion by March 2026, a rise of $26.3 billion year-on-year, pushing the debt-to-GDP ratio to 20.8%. The US dollar’s strength significantly impacted this figure. While long-term debt saw a modest increase, short-term debt’s share grew, raising concerns about its proportion to foreign exchange reserves. Despite these shifts, debt servicing as […]

Institutional demand sparks surge in block deals as promoters book profits

Promoters and large shareholders are cashing in on a stock market rebound, offloading shares worth over ₹24,000 crore in May and June. This surge in secondary market deals, driven by strong domestic institutional investor appetite fueled by SIP inflows, contrasts with a lull earlier in the year. Notable sales include Vedanta, Craftsman Automation, and PB […]

India tops Taiwan to reclaim fifth spot in global market capitalisation

India has surged back to the fifth spot globally in market capitalization, surpassing Taiwan. This marks India’s second ascent in recent weeks, having previously overtaken South Korea. The shift comes as Taiwan’s AI-driven rally cooled, trimming its market value. Investors are now reassessing stretched valuations and the sustainability of AI spending, impacting semiconductor-heavy markets.

Pristine Logistics confidentially files IPO docs with Sebi

Pristine Logistics and Infraprojects has confidentially filed its DRHP with Sebi for an IPO. The rail-focused multimodal logistics company is expanding terminals, warehousing and cargo operations while strengthening growth with a Rs 3,422 crore coal mining contract and broader infrastructure footprint.

Eswari Global Metal files papers for Rs 1,100-1,300-cr IPO

Eswari Global Metal Industries is poised for a major Initial Public Offering (IPO) with an ambitious target of raising Rs 1,100 to Rs 1,300 crore. This strategy entails both a fresh share issuance and an offer-for-sale by existing promoters. The proceeds are earmarked for expanding manufacturing capabilities, clearing debts, and addressing general corporate requirements. The […]