Axis Bank expands corporate play beyond loans, shuns price war
Axis Bank is broadening its corporate banking services beyond just lending. The lender targets fee income and low-cost deposits from corporate ecosystems. It handles collections, payments, trade finance, and salary accounts for businesses. Investment banking and wealth management services are also offered to companies and their promoters. This strategy aims to build liability and fee […]
Aegis Logistics in talks to acquire UAE’s Tristar for $1.5 billion
Aegis Logistics is in advanced discussions to acquire Tristar for $1.5 billion. This consolidation could be one of the industry’s largest efforts. Aegis is seeking acquisition financing from lenders for the deal. Tristar operates across many countries, complementing Aegis’s expansion plans. The companies are currently holding bilateral negotiations under an exclusivity period.
Investors pile into small, mid-caps as earnings momentum improves
Investors are channeling significant funds into small and mid-cap stocks this fiscal year. Small-cap funds have seen inflows nearly matching last year’s total in just four months. Mid-cap funds also show strong investor interest, attracting substantial capital inflows. Large-cap funds, conversely, have experienced considerably lower investment amounts. This trend reflects improved earnings momentum and increased […]
India’s microfinance overhang is finally easing as debt-stressed borrowers fall
The number of microfinance borrowers with multiple loans has significantly decreased. These borrowers still hold substantial outstanding loans, posing a higher credit risk. Portfolio at risk for these stretched borrowers is higher than others. The microfinance market saw a record peak in loans outstanding recently. Stricter underwriting practices are helping the sector recover from past […]
ICICI Bank overtakes HDFC Bank as top MF holding in July amid governance concerns
ICICI Bank now leads mutual fund portfolios, surpassing HDFC Bank in July. This shift reflects investor concerns over HDFC Bank’s leadership succession and governance issues. ICICI Bank has shown a steadier stock performance and stable results recently. Mutual funds have increased holdings in both banks, while overseas ownership has reduced. Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, and […]
Sebi tightens mutual fund sponsor disclosure norms
Sebi is enhancing transparency in the mutual fund industry by requiring comprehensive disclosures from fund sponsors. The new single application form simplifies the registration for new funds, compelling sponsors to elaborate on their ownership structures, financial stability, and governance practices. Moreover, this revised process mandates compliance with established eligibility criteria and experience norms, ensuring a […]
Gold appears set for a rebound as it regains safe-haven appeal after US-Iran war selloff
Gold has recovered nine percent, signaling renewed investor and central bank interest. The precious metal is now positioned for further gains after market shocks. Lower oil prices and softer inflation data support gold’s upward trajectory. Institutional demand and rebuilding of positions are likely driving this trend. However, stalled peace efforts and weak demand could limit […]
US stocks: US market slips as oil prices rise, retail results awaited
As investors braced for retail earnings reports, major stock indexes fell, signaling caution in the market. Oil prices surged, driven by concerns over Iran alongside global supply uncertainties. Recent economic data from July amplified the cautious atmosphere, as Home Depot and Walmart’s earnings loom ahead, promising key insights into consumer spending trends. Technology stocks, however, […]
Uflex shares surge 16% after Q1 profit zooms 630% YoY
Uflex shares rallied after the company reported a 630% YoY jump in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 423.3 crore. Revenue grew 38% to Rs 5,366 crore, while EBITDA surged 92% to Rs 919.8 crore. The EBITDA margin expanded to 17%, marking the company’s highest level in 21 quarters.
Schneider Electric Infrastructure shares tumble 12% after Q1 profit plunges 70% YoY
Schneider Electric Infrastructure shares fell sharply on Monday after Q1FY27 net profit plunged 70% YoY to Rs 12 crore despite a 5% rise in revenue. EBIT also declined sharply, while record quarterly order intake of Rs 915 crore and a 32.7% rise in order backlog offered some comfort.