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Shiprocket lands Rs 727 crore in anchor round ahead of IPO

Shiprocket secured Rs 727.41 crore from prominent anchor investors including Goldman Sachs, HDFC Mutual Fund, and SBI Mutual Fund ahead of its initial public offering. The e-commerce enablement platform aims to raise Rs 1,617.48 crore total through its maiden public issue at a price band of Rs 92-97 per share.

DBS Bank extends Rs 520 crore credit to K Raheja Corp for Pune tower

DBS Bank India has extended Rs 520 crore in credit to K Raheja Corp for the development of a commercial tower project in Pune, according to the announcement. The financing underscores continued banking sector support for major commercial real estate developments in India's tier-one and emerging cities.

Jubilant Pharmova shares drop 6% as Q1 profit collapses 45% YoY

Jubilant Pharmova's stock declined 6% following a sharp 45% year-over-year profit drop to Rs 56 crore in the first quarter, despite revenue growth of 17% to Rs 2,229 crore. The profit erosion stemmed from weaker operating profitability and elevated depreciation charges, offsetting strong revenue momentum across business segments.

Q1 Earnings: Strong Revenue Growth Offset by Input Cost Pressures

First-quarter earnings across Indian sectors revealed a mixed picture, with sustained market demand driving impressive revenue growth in automotive and consumer goods, though input cost inflation pressured profitability across most industries. Banking sector asset quality improved but margin compression weighed on profits, while cement companies demonstrated resilience through effective cost management strategies.

Archer Aviation Surges on Boeing Acquisition Deal

Archer Aviation shares jumped nearly 10% following its agreement to acquire Boeing's Wisk Aero and two other units, including the profitable Insitu drone business. The deal grants Archer access to Boeing's autonomous-flight technology and defence capabilities while providing Boeing with a significant stake and board representation in Archer.

India Bonds Hold Steady Ahead of Inflation Data from US and Local Economy

Indian government bonds remained stable on Monday as rising oil prices offset support from softer U.S. economic data, with traders awaiting key inflation reports from both nations that are expected to shape bond market direction this week. Ultra-long duration bonds gained ground, reportedly supported by value-driven purchases from insurance investors.

PFC shares tumble 5% to 4-month low despite analyst Buy call

Power Finance Corporation shares declined over 5% following Q1 FY27 results that showed modest 2% year-on-year profit growth to Rs 7,012 crore, weighed by slower loan expansion and margin compression. Motilal Oswal maintained its Buy recommendation but reduced its target price to Rs 500, signaling cautious optimism on the stock's medium-term prospects despite near-term headwinds.

Indian Equities Close Lower; Focus Shifts to Q1 Earnings

Indian markets closed lower on Friday amid mixed global signals and rising crude oil prices, though analysts maintained a bullish stance on the Nifty above 24,350. Key earnings highlights included Titan's strong Q1 profit, SBI's earnings beat, Ola Electric's narrowing losses, and Hindalco's record profits.

Bad Loan Purchases by Indian ARCs Surge 56% in Q1

Asset reconstruction companies in India purchased 26,304 crore rupees of bad loans in Q1, representing a 56% year-over-year increase. The rise reflects banks' accelerated efforts to resolve legacy stressed assets as the banking system's non-performing asset ratio continues to decline.

Wall Street Grapples With 'Trumpflation' Threat to Equity Valuations

Market participants are growing concerned about 'Trumpflation'—a combination of policy-driven inflation pressures and AI-related pricing dynamics—as sticky core PCE inflation at 3.3% and rising Treasury yields suggest the Federal Reserve may maintain higher interest rates for longer. These conditions pose a significant risk to equities, which have benefited from lower rate expectations, potentially undermining the recent market rally.

World Bank's IFC, HDFC AMC back Molbio Diagnostics IPO anchor round

Molbio Diagnostics, a Goa-based unicorn, secured Rs 281 crore from anchor investors including the World Bank Group's IFC and HDFC Mutual Fund ahead of its Rs 940 crore initial public offering scheduled for August 10. The diagnostics firm also attracted Rs 160 crore in secondary transactions, with major brokerages issuing Subscribe ratings for the issue.

Jindal Saw Among Recommended Buys for Monday Trading

Jindal Saw has been included among stock recommendations for Monday trading in the Indian market. The recommendation comes as domestic earnings have largely met or beaten expectations, providing support for sector-specific optimism.

Indian Indices Fall as Market Awaits Monday Catalysts

Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Friday with the Sensex dropping 456 points and Nifty falling 65 points, as closing auction divergence and geopolitical concerns weighed on sentiment. Strong SBI earnings offered support to the banking sector, though crude oil volatility and Middle East tensions kept investors cautious ahead of Monday's trading session.

Nine Nifty 500 stocks identified with up to 50% upside potential

Consensus analyst estimates from Trendlyne have identified nine stocks within India's Nifty 500 index that offer potential upside of up to 50% over the next 12 months. Notable picks include Inox Wind, Aditya Birla Fashion, Lemon Tree Hotels, HDFC Bank, NCC, and HDFC Life, which carry Strong Buy and Buy ratings from multiple analysts.

15 IPOs Set to List This Week With Potential Returns Up to 37%

India's IPO market is poised for significant activity this week with 15 mainboard and SME issues either opening or scheduled to list, according to reports. The listings indicate potential returns of up to 37% for investors participating in the offerings.

Berkshire Returns to Net Equity Buyer After 14 Quarters Under Abel

Berkshire Hathaway became a net buyer of equities for the first time in 14 quarters during Q2 under CEO Greg Abel, deploying nearly $20 billion in stock purchases alongside $4.5 billion in share buybacks. Alphabet has entered the conglomerate's top five holdings, joining Apple, American Express, Coca-Cola, and Bank of America.

India's IPO Market Set for Busy Week with Rs 7,681 Crore Fundraising

Nine Indian companies plan to raise a combined Rs 7,681 crore through IPOs opening between August 10 and 12, with notable offerings from Shiprocket, Milky Mist Dairy Food, Dhoot Transmission, and Molbio Diagnostics. The primary market activity will coincide with the listing of eight companies that launched IPOs the previous week.

LIC Q1 profit surges 23% on strong new business growth

Life Insurance Corporation of India reported a 23% increase in net profit for Q1, driven by a 61% jump in value of new business and improved profitability margins. The insurer's financial strength improved with a strengthened solvency ratio and increased assets under management, supported by diversification into non-participating savings and protection products.

Indian Rupee Weakens as Importer Demand Offsets Lower Oil Prices

The Indian rupee depreciated against the US dollar on Thursday as importers increased dollar purchases, with the currency trading between 95.10 and 95.24 per dollar despite easing oil prices below $80 per barrel. The weakness indicates that domestic import demand is exerting stronger downward pressure on the rupee than the supportive effect of declining crude oil costs.

RBI Relaxes Device-Loan Recovery Norms From January 2027

The Reserve Bank of India has updated regulations on mobile loan financing, requiring lenders to restore device functionality within one hour of payment confirmation while capping borrower compensation at the total loan amount. The new rules, effective January 1, 2027, also permit technology-based function limitations following loan defaults.