Gold prices rally to 3-week high; silver hits new peak above Rs 1.17 lakh/kg. Should you buy?
Gold and silver prices surged as investors sought safe-haven assets amid dollar index weakness and global uncertainties. MCX gold October futures hit Rs 1,02,226/10g on Friday. Strong demand, geopolitical risks, and tariff concerns continue to support bullion’s upward momentum.
Equity mutual fund inflows surge 81% to Rs 42,673 crore in July: ICRA Analytics
Equity mutual funds witnessed a significant surge in inflows, jumping 81.06% month-on-month to ₹42,673 crore in July 2025, driven by retail investors seeking long-term wealth creation. Sectoral and thematic funds led the way, followed by flexi-cap and small-cap funds, reflecting optimism in India’s economic trajectory. SIPs and improved financial literacy have helped investors navigate market […]
NSE to hold mock trading session across market segments on Saturday. Check details here
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) will hold a mock trading session this Saturday across various segments, including equities and derivatives. This exercise allows brokers to test their systems before a mandatory software migration on September 6. The session aims to identify potential glitches and strengthen market resilience. Participants must upgrade to NEAT+ version 7.8.
CG Power shares gain 4% on Rs 7,600 crore OSAT facility investment in Gujarat; Nomura predicts 26% upside
CG Power’s subsidiary, CG Semi, launched an OSAT facility in Gujarat. The company plans to invest over Rs 7,600 crore in two advanced facilities. Nomura predicts a 26.5% upside for CG Power stock. Commercial production is expected to begin in 2026. The project aims to boost India’s semiconductor manufacturing and technological self-reliance.
Yes Bank shares rise as Sumitomo Mitsui lines up Rs 16,000 cr fresh capital infusion
Yes Bank shares rose after reports that Japan’s SMBC may infuse an additional ₹16,000 crore, on top of its earlier ₹13,500 crore investment for a 20% stake, to strengthen the lender’s balance sheet.
Stay put in fixed income; next one year is accrual-driven, not double-digit returns, says LIC MF’s Marzban Irani
Marzban Irani of LIC Mutual Fund advises fixed income investors to adjust their expectations. Double-digit returns are unlikely. He suggests focusing on accrual-driven strategies for stability. PSU bonds in the short-term offer good value. Global factors and index inclusions are positive for the Indian debt market. Investors should stay invested and embrace fixed income’s role […]
Fund Manager Talk | Kotak MF’s Mandar Pawar: Consumption, autos and cement to lead next market rally
Kotak Mutual Fund’s Mandar Pawar anticipates domestic themes like consumption, autos, and cement to fuel market growth. He expects earnings momentum to strengthen in H2FY26, driven by improving rural demand, festive tailwinds, and rising construction, despite global trade uncertainties. Pawar favors consumer discretionary, autos, and cement sectors, while also highlighting potential in specialty chemicals and […]
9 stocks to trade ex-dividend on Monday. Last chance to buy for eligibility
Investors eyeing dividend payouts should note that today is the ex-dividend date for nine companies, including Alivus Life Sciences with a Rs 5 per share dividend. Other notable companies like Triveni Engineering and Triveni Turbine are also offering dividends. To be eligible for these payouts, investors must hold the stocks before today’s trading close.
Asian stocks mixed as investors await key US inflation data
Asian equities showed mixed performance as investors awaited a key US inflation report. US stocks reached a new high after strong economic data eased recession fears but also fueled concerns about persistent inflation. The market anticipates potential Fed rate cuts, influenced by economic indicators and geopolitical factors like the Russia-Ukraine situation, impacting commodity prices.
Boost for balance sheet: Japanese banking giant Sumitomo Mitsui lines up Rs 16,000 cr more for fitter Yes Bank
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp or SMBC will invest sixteen thousand crore rupees in Yes Bank. The investment will be through equity and debt. This will strengthen Yes Bank’s balance sheet. SMBC will also acquire a twenty percent stake in the bank from existing shareholders. The deal awaits regulatory approvals. This move is expected to improve […]