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Generac Surges 40% on $8B Amazon Data Center Supply Deal

Generac Holdings shares jumped over 40% in after-hours trading following an announcement of a long-term agreement to supply backup generators to Amazon data centres, valued at up to $8 billion. The contract represents a significant revenue opportunity for the power equipment manufacturer and signals strong demand for backup power infrastructure supporting cloud computing expansion.

BOJ Rate Hike Bets Drive 2-Year JGB Yields to 30-Year Highs

Japanese government bond yields at the short end of the curve surged to multi-decade peaks as investors increased expectations for a Bank of Japan rate hike, while longer-dated yields declined due to easing inflation pressures from lower oil prices. The divergence reflects market positioning around near-term monetary policy tightening versus longer-term disinflation.

GMR Airports shares gain 2% after JM Financial retains Buy rating

GMR Airports stock rose 2% after JM Financial maintained its Buy rating with a Rs 115 target price, implying up to 24% upside potential. The brokerage expects passenger traffic headwinds to ease from December onwards, supported by favorable base effects and international traffic resilience.

Indian Bonds Slip as Fed Rate Hike Pressures RBI Toward October Move

Rising US Federal Reserve interest rates have triggered a decline in Indian government bonds, intensifying expectations for an RBI rate hike as early as October. The sell-off reflects investor concerns about capital outflows and mounting pressure on India's central bank to tighten monetary policy in response to US rate moves.

Top SME IPOs deliver up to 435% returns in India this year

Several small and medium enterprise (SME) initial public offerings have generated exceptional returns ranging up to 435% since their listing, emerging as significant outperformers within India's SME IPO segment. The strong post-listing rallies and sustained gains highlight the segment's potential for investor returns, raising questions about portfolio exposure to these high-performing securities.

NSE IPO values India's stock exchange at $46 billion

India's National Stock Exchange (NSE) launched its initial public offering at a valuation of approximately $46 billion, making it the world's most expensive stock exchange by valuation multiple at 42.9 times FY26 earnings. The IPO size of Rs 22,569 crore reflects investor confidence in NSE's profitability and dominant market position, though analysts note the premium valuation raises questions about whether the exchange can deliver proportional future value creation.

Snap Gains on AI Specs Launch and Enterprise Partnerships

Snap shares rose in after-hours trading following the unveiling of Specs Intelligence AI and new augmented-reality glasses priced at $2,195, supported by announced enterprise partnerships with Salesforce, Nvidia, and AWS. The product launches and strategic collaborations signal the company's expansion into enterprise segments, potentially opening new revenue streams beyond its core advertising business.

Nikkei Edges Higher as Gaming, Pharma Stocks Rally

Japan's Nikkei index posted modest gains as investors purchased gaming and pharmaceutical shares, with crude oil's decline providing additional support to sentiment. However, advances were constrained by weakness in chip stocks and anticipation surrounding the Bank of Japan's upcoming policy decision.

Krsnaa Diagnostics shares surge 11% on Punjab PET-CT deal

Krsnaa Diagnostics secured a 15-year concession agreement with Punjab Health Systems Corporation to develop and operate PET-CT diagnostic facilities at four government hospitals under a public-private partnership model. The announcement triggered an 11% surge in the company's share price, reflecting investor confidence in the contract award.

NSE IPO Lifts Related Stocks as ₹22,569 Crore Offering Opens

Shares of IFCI, New India Assurance, and other companies rallied up to 9% following the opening of the National Stock Exchange's ₹22,569 crore initial public offering, which comprises 12.64 crore shares and runs until September 21. The gains reflect investor enthusiasm tied to these firms' direct or indirect exposure to NSE, with several existing shareholders participating through offer-for-sale components.

Highway Infrastructure shares jump 5% after Rs 220cr UPEIDA order

Highway Infrastructure's stock rose nearly 5% to Rs 45.90 following the company's contract win of Rs 220.66 crore from UPEIDA for toll collection and operations on the Gorakhpur Link Expressway. The two-year order with annual escalation clauses adds to recent project wins, including an Rs 80.16 crore Tamil Nadu toll plaza contract.

Glass Wall Systems shares surge 32% in two days post-IPO

Glass Wall Systems shares rallied 12% on Thursday, extending a strong debut that saw the stock command a 7% premium at listing and jump 18% on its first trading day. Analysts are monitoring project execution, earnings growth, margins, and cash-flow generation as critical metrics for the newly-listed company's performance.

Fed's Warsh attributes rising yields to AI investment and geopolitical risks

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh characterized recent bond yield increases as reflective of economic strength, substantial capital deployment in artificial intelligence and data centers, and geopolitical tensions rather than inflation persistence or credibility concerns. Warsh underscored that while financial markets inform Fed decisions, they do not determine policy direction following the central bank's latest 25-basis-point rate increase.

Rupee Weakens Below 96 Per Dollar In Early Trade

India's rupee declined to 96 against the US dollar in early trading, reaching a two-month low amid weak investor confidence and global economic headwinds. The depreciation reflects pressure from elevated crude oil prices, a stronger dollar, and the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate increase.

Fed Rate Hike Ripples Through Household Finances and Investments

The Federal Reserve's quarter-point rate increase is expected to raise borrowing costs for credit card holders and adjustable-rate mortgage borrowers while creating new opportunities for savers and bond investors. The move demonstrates the Fed's ongoing monetary policy adjustments and their direct impact on consumer finances and investment returns.

LCC Projects Lists at 31% Premium on Strong Market Debut

LCC Projects concluded its initial public offering and made a robust stock market debut, with shares listing at a 31% premium on the NSE. The strong premium reflects positive investor sentiment toward the company's IPO, which raised Rs 427.14 crore.

ARCIL shares list flat at Rs 139 on debut following strong IPO demand

Asset Reconstruction Company India Ltd. listed on BSE and NSE at Rs 139 per share, matching its IPO price, following a Rs 732.97 crore offer-for-sale that received a 20-fold subscription. The listing showed muted trading activity despite strong investor demand during the subscription period, with all IPO proceeds directed to selling shareholders rather than the company.

SS Retail IPO Day 2: 19% GMP, 1.44x Subscribed on Opening Day

SS Retail's Rs 500 crore initial public offering advanced into its second day after achieving 1.44 times subscription on Day 1, driven primarily by retail investor interest. The gray market premium currently signals a potential listing gain of approximately 19%, according to market reports.

Gold, silver tumble as Fed raises rates after 3-year pause

Gold prices fell Rs 2,000 per 10 grams and silver declined Rs 4,600 per kilogram on India's MCX following the US Federal Reserve's interest rate hike and signals of further tightening. The rate increase reduces the appeal of non-yielding assets like precious metals, while easing oil supply concerns also pressured bullion sentiment.

Manipal Payment & Identity Solutions Debuts at 2% Discount to IPO Price

Manipal Payment & Identity Solutions made a subdued market debut, opening at a 2% discount to its Rs 805-crore IPO issue price after the offering was subscribed 1.26 times overall. The weak listing reflects modest investor demand for the identity solutions and payment infrastructure provider, which planned to use IPO proceeds for manufacturing facility expansion.