Tata Power set to tap market with Rs 2,000-cr bond issue

Tata Power is set to raise ₹2,000 crore through a bond sale. This funding will support debt refinancing, renewable energy investments, and general corporate needs. The company will issue two securities, raising ₹1,000 crore each in three and five-year non-convertible bonds. This move marks Tata Power’s return to the bond market after over two years.

Asian stocks decline as traders retreat from tech

Asian markets opened lower mirroring losses in the US. Global investors adopted a risk-off approach. Technology stocks faced significant selling pressure. This sentiment impacted cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. However, US futures showed a slight uptick. Concerns over AI company valuations and infrastructure spending are growing. This led to a rise in Treasury yields for longer maturities. […]

Can new acquisitions and capex drive Samvardhana stock to new highs?

Samvardhana Motherson International’s shares surged to a 52-week high, driven by anticipated revenue growth and margin expansion. The auto ancillary firm is investing heavily in new facilities and acquisitions, bolstering its order book and positioning for long-term industry consolidation and EV transition benefits.

CareEdge revises upward India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 7.5%

CareEdge Ratings has raised India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast to 7.5% from 6.9%, citing stronger-than-expected first-half performance. Despite this upward revision, economic activity is expected to moderate in the latter half of the fiscal year. The rating firm also anticipates the rupee to trade between 89-90 against the dollar in FY27.

Margin trading book at record high in Nov, but growth rate dips

Investor borrowing via Margin Trading Funding reached a record high in November. However, the growth rate decelerated compared to previous months. This slowdown is linked to the weak performance of mid- and small-cap stocks. The overall equity market turnover on NSE also saw a decline. Analysts suggest this trend may continue until key market indices […]

India VIX hits new low as directionless market drains volatility

India’s Volatility Index (VIX) hit a fresh lifetime low of 9.84, reflecting expectations of reduced market swings. This decline is attributed to muted trading, a lack of significant market triggers, and reduced derivatives activity, with analysts noting a contraction in realized volatility and lower option premiums.

Sebi tweaks MF, IPO rules, skips conflict of interest changes

The capital market regulator has approved significant changes to mutual fund fee structures, aiming for greater transparency and cost efficiency for investors. These reforms include reducing total expense ratios and brokerage fees, alongside simplifying IPO disclosures and revamping stock broker regulations. The board also deferred a decision on managing internal conflicts of interest.

AI spending boom faces funding and power reality check: Jim Walker

AI’s ambitious spending faces a funding crunch, shifting from internal cash to debt, raising investor concerns. Experts highlight energy and skilled labour shortages as the real hurdles, not technology itself. This reality may redirect investment from US tech giants towards infrastructure, power sectors, and emerging markets like China and India, promising sustainable returns.