Muthoot, Manappuram Finance shares jump up to 7% in 2 days as gold crosses Rs 1.6 lakh/10 gm
Gold loan stocks Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance and IIFL Finance gained up to 7% in two sessions as gold prices crossed Rs 1.6 lakh per 10 grams on the MCX. A weaker dollar and the US Treasury’s bond-buyback move supported gold prices, boosting sentiment around gold-backed lending companies.
Jefferies initiates coverage on Anthem Biosciences with a Rs 1,050 target
Jefferies has initiated coverage on Anthem Biosciences with a Buy rating and Rs 1,050 target, implying around 20% upside. The brokerage is bullish on the company’s integrated CRDMO model, strong return ratios and growth prospects, forecasting 18% revenue CAGR through FY29. Key triggers include new commercial molecules and biosimilar launches, while customer concentration and high […]
Oil Price Today (August 21): Crude oil nears $95 as Iran peace deal hopes fade. What are experts saying?
An earlier peace deal between the sides expired this week, with neither side making efforts to resume talks. U.S. President Donald Trump also threatened economic retaliation against countries supporting Iran.
Dollar wobbles as investors balk at US Treasury’s rescue efforts
The dollar faced a decline on Friday, ending the week lower amid investor worries. Concerns arose over the U.S. Treasury’s bond buyback, which many viewed as merely a stopgap. This situation heightened fears about government intervention affecting fiscal health. As a result, both the euro and sterling appreciated against the dollar, prompting investors to explore […]
Treasury heads in buying mode as 5-year yield jumps
With government bond yields now at attractive levels, treasury heads are actively thinking about making purchases. After the RBI’s FCNR(B) scheme ended, the five-year bond yield closed at 6.52%. Although there’s speculation about a delay in renewed buying due to upcoming policy minutes, the banking sector’s liquidity remains robust, with funds ready to be invested […]
Can Augmont Enterprises IPO deliver long-term growth for high-risk investors?
Augmont Enterprises plans a ₹620 crore IPO to fund working capital needs. The company’s promoter stake will decrease significantly after the initial public offering. Over ninety percent of revenue originates from the Augmont SPOT platform, indicating concentration. Financials show strong growth, but a cash flow deficit occurred in FY26. Investors with a high-risk appetite may […]
88% retail investors lost money in F&O trading in FY26: Sebi
In FY26, an alarming trend emerged in India’s equity derivatives market, with nearly 90% of traders facing financial losses. Retail participation saw an unexpected decline of 18%, marking a significant shift not seen in a decade. Regulatory changes pushed numerous new traders out, leading to a notable concentration in short-dated options, where the highest risks […]
Sebi eases FPI onboarding with digital power of attorney
In a progressive move, the capital markets regulator has allowed foreign investors to adopt digital signatures, streamlining the onboarding experience. This change eliminates notarisation and apostillisation for power of attorney documents, thus accelerating onboarding times and enhancing regulatory processes. The goal is to invite more international capital into the Indian market landscape.
Bond yields are the ‘Elephant in the Room’ stock investors are ignoring
Global fund managers hold the highest equity proportion since late 2021. Rising bond yields are seen as a significant threat to stock markets. Stronger earnings expectations and economic outlooks support investor optimism. The US Treasury’s debt buyback plan offered some temporary relief. Analysts watch the yield curve, finding current conditions favorable for stocks.
Aditya Birla Capital to enter gold loan market, target 1,000 branches
Aditya Birla Capital will enter India’s competitive gold loan market with 200-300 dedicated branches by March 2027, followed by a target of around 1,000 branches over three years. The move comes after Tata Capital and Godrej Capital entered the segment, as diversified non-bank lenders expand secured lending portfolios.