As negative listings galore, 5 companies to launch IPOs worth Rs 6,500 crore next week
India’s primary market gears up for a busy week with five IPOs aiming to raise over Rs 6,578 crore, led by Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust’s Rs 6,000 crore offering. Despite the influx, investor sentiment remains cautious due to recent weak listings and muted grey market premiums, signaling a challenging period for new issuances.
Stormy markets ahead? Follow these seven simple rules from John Bogle to stay the course
Market volatility in 2026 has left investors grappling with uncertainty. Timeless investing principles from John Bogle offer guidance, emphasising discipline, diversification, compounding and cost control. The seven rules highlight how long term thinking and avoiding emotional decisions can help investors stay focused despite market turbulence.
US Stock Market | Unexpected job losses, rise in unemployment rate fan US labor market doubts
America’s job market saw an unexpected decline in February. Nonfarm payrolls dropped, and the unemployment rate climbed to 4.4 percent. This development presents a challenge for the Federal Reserve. Factors like a healthcare worker strike and severe weather impacted job numbers. Economists are watching closely as rising oil prices and trade policy uncertainties add to […]
Nifty bulls foot Rs 19 lakh crore bill for Iran war, Sensex down 3,300 points in 5 days. Bear market coming?
Indian stock markets are experiencing a significant wealth hemorrhage, with investors losing Rs 19 lakh crore in market capitalization due to escalating US-Iran tensions and surging crude oil prices. The broad-based selloff has led to a 3,330-point plunge in the Sensex, raising concerns about a potential bear market.
US Stock Market | 5 world market themes for the week ahead
Global financial markets face a volatile week as the U.S.-Iran conflict drives oil and gas prices sharply higher, potentially overshadowing crucial U.S. inflation data. Investors are closely watching central bank reactions, with a growing likelihood of rate hikes. China’s economic data and Colombia’s pre-election political landscape also remain key market influences.
Rupee likely to trade below 92/$ in case of long war: BoB
The Indian rupee faces pressure and may fall below 92 against the US dollar. A prolonged conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran could drive up oil prices. This rise in oil costs is expected to affect India’s fiscal deficit and inflation. Economists predict a potential impact on India’s GDP due to higher crude prices.
RBI proposes compensation for bank fraud losses up to Rs 50,000
New RBI proposals aim to protect bank customers from fraudulent electronic transactions, potentially offering compensation up to ₹50,000 even in cases of customer negligence. The draft regulations propose reimbursement of 85% of the net loss or ₹25,000, whichever is lower, with a lifetime benefit limit. Banks will bear the burden of proof for customer liability […]
Dow suffers worst week in nearly a year as oil spikes 12% and weak jobs data adds to anxiety
Wall Street’s major indexes fell on Friday as weak US jobs data and a sharp rise in oil prices heightened concerns about the economic outlook. The Dow Jones dropped 0.95%, the S&P 500 fell 1.33%, and the Nasdaq declined 1.59%, with the Dow posting its steepest weekly fall since April 2025.
Morgan Stanley downgrades India to ‘Equal Weight’
Morgan Stanley has lowered India’s rating to ‘equal weight’. This move is due to geopolitical uncertainties and oil supply concerns. The firm remains positive on Japan, Brazil, and Singapore. While India’s economy is more stable against oil price hikes, AI disruptions and high valuations are also factors.
ICICI Prudential AIF acquires Pune IT park asset to expand yield-focused office portfolio
An investment fund managed by ICICI Prudential Asset Management has bought a large office space in Pune. This acquisition is part of a strategy to build a portfolio of income-generating commercial real estate. The fund aims to provide investors access to prime office assets. This move taps into India’s growing commercial real estate market.