Traders ready to put war behind, dial up the risk
Investors are increasingly favoring riskier debt, including BBB-rated bonds and higher-rated junk bonds, as they anticipate a prolonged truce between Iran and the US. This shift signals growing optimism for peace in West Asia and a belief in the improving credit quality of these companies. Despite this, a cautious approach remains, with money managers still […]
IPOs could raise up to $25 billion in 2026, too, despite D-St caution
India’s primary market anticipates a strong showing in 2026 with several large IPOs. Companies like Jio Platforms, National Stock Exchange, Zepto, PhonePe, Manipal Hospitals, and SBI Funds Management are set to launch. These issuances could collectively raise around ₹1 lakh crore. While deal numbers may decrease, the overall value is expected to remain robust.
AT-1 case: Yes Bank does not expect material financial impact from Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court has officially concluded the hearings related to the Additional Tier-1 bond write-down of Yes Bank, with a verdict now on the horizon. This case follows the bank’s dramatic near-collapse back in 2020, leading to an aggressive write-down of ₹8,415 crore in bonds, sparking a flurry of legal action from aggrieved investors.
Nifty has a bit of momentum, but faces resistance at 24,300-24,700
Dalal Street’s recent rebound is gaining strength. Technical signals indicate a shift from a corrective phase to a sustained uptrend. Improving momentum and selective buying are supporting this move. However, the market faces crucial resistance zones. Analysts are watching closely to see if the recovery can overcome these challenges and establish a firm upward trajectory.
JioBlackRock MF: Infosys among top 10 stock holdings in Mar
JioBlackRock Mutual Fund, a new entrant, reported an AUM of Rs 15,258 crore in March, with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank as its top holdings. The portfolio also includes Bharti Airtel, Reliance Industries, Infosys and ITC, based on data from Prime Database.
Where’s the Indian MF sector going ahead? 6 trends to watch
Mutual fund trends highlight a structural shift in investor preference towards mid and small caps, sectoral themes, and multi-asset funds, while large caps lose share. SIP inflows hit record highs, reinforcing steady participation. Despite regulatory hurdles, overseas funds recover, reflecting evolving allocation strategies and risk appetite.
Ahead of Market: 10 things to decide D-St action on Mon
Indian equities ended higher, led by consumer and metal stocks, while IT lagged due to weak earnings. Nifty and Sensex posted gains with positive market breadth. Analysts remain constructive, recommending a buy-on-dips approach as momentum holds, with key resistance and support levels guiding near-term direction.
Mcap of 8 of 10 most valued firms surges by Rs 1.87 lakh cr
The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 1,87,497.45 crore in a holiday-shortened last week, with Bharti Airtel emerging as the biggest gainer, in line with a positive trend in equities.
9 stocks that may get demoted to smallcap in AMFI rejig
Jubilant Foodworks and Godrej Industries are borderline names in the midcap stocks list that may get smallcap status in H2 CY26. They have market capitalisations of Rs 30,234 crore and Rs 31,137 crore, respectively.
5 MFs add 11 smallcap stocks to their portfolios in March
JioBlackRock Mutual Fund, which is a new entrant in the mutual fund industry, had a total AUM of Rs 15,258 crore in March. Here are the top 10 stock holdings, according to monthly data by Prime Database.