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Belrise Industries founder Shrikant Badve joins billionaire club

INDIA

Belrise Industries founder Shrikant Badve joins billionaire club

The stock, currently at an all-time high of Rs 166, has gained nearly 83% from its issue price of Rs 90 since listing on May 28

DIIs set new record with Rs 5.3 lakh-crore equities bought in 2025 so far, beats 2024 peak

INDIA

DIIs set new record with Rs 5.3 lakh-crore equities bought in 2025 so far, beats 2024 peak

DIIs pump in record Rs 5.3 lakh crore in 2025 so far, led by Rs 3.65 lakh crore from mutual funds and over Rs 1 lakh crore from insurers and pensions

Post-Hindenburg, FIIs cut stakes as domestic investors absorb Adani sell-off

BUSINESS

Post-Hindenburg, FIIs cut stakes as domestic investors absorb Adani sell-off

Foreign investors trimmed exposure to Adani Group firms after the short-seller’s report, while mutual funds and retail investors stepped in, reshaping the shareholder base.

22 IPOs to raise nearly Rs 5,000 crore next week

INDIA

22 IPOs to raise nearly Rs 5,000 crore next week

Eight mainboard and 14 SME offerings to test investor appetite next week

Mcap of all listed firms on BSE hits 11-month high

INDIA

Mcap of all listed firms on BSE hits 11-month high

Broad-based rally lifts market cap to Rs 465 lakh crore, just 2.7 percent below record peak

Groww founders secured Rs 614 crore as performance incentives ahead of IPO

BUSINESS

Groww founders secured Rs 614 crore as performance incentives ahead of IPO

The one-time incentives to the management were expensed in FY24 and paid-out in FY25, and cost normalised in FY25.

Grey market premiums of upcoming IPOs hint at robust gains, but investors must stay cautious

INDIA

Grey market premiums of upcoming IPOs hint at robust gains, but investors must stay cautious

The grey market us heating up ahead of listings, but market analysts warn of hype-driven risks and artificial demand.

Eternal now among top 10 most-valued stocks in MF kitty

BUSINESS

Eternal now among top 10 most-valued stocks in MF kitty

As of August end, 43 mutual funds hold shares of Eternal, with a combined holding valued at Rs 71,746 crore.

MCX Gold poised for eighth straight quarterly gain, longest winning streak in 13 years

BUSINESS

MCX Gold poised for eighth straight quarterly gain, longest winning streak in 13 years

Equity market jitters and geopolitical tensions drive investors toward safe-haven bullion.

60% of Nifty 500 firms trade at valuations above long-term average

INDIA

60% of Nifty 500 firms trade at valuations above long-term average

Nifty 500 trades at 21.92 times one-year forward earnings against its long-term average of 19.6

Nearly 50% of Nifty 500 index stocks above 40× P/E, outpacing most world indices

WORLD

Nearly 50% of Nifty 500 index stocks above 40× P/E, outpacing most world indices

Nearly half of Nifty 500 companies valued above 40× earnings, highest among major global indices.

India’s gold ETFs draw $233 million in August, mark third month of inflows  

INDIA

India’s gold ETFs draw $233 million in August, mark third month of inflows  

Year-to-date inflows have reached $1.23 billion, only slightly below the full-year total of $1.29 billion in 2024. By comparison, India’s gold ETFs garnered about $310 million in 2023 and $33 million in 2022.

GST slash could turn mid-caps into market darlings — dairy, snacks, and tractors in spotlight

BUSINESS

GST slash could turn mid-caps into market darlings — dairy, snacks, and tractors in spotlight

Investors eye Parag Milk, Hatsun, Bikaji, DOMS, and VST Tillers as tax cuts on essentials ignite consumption buzz

60% of Nifty50 stocks upgraded compared to start of 2025

INDIA

60% of Nifty50 stocks upgraded compared to start of 2025

From January to now, brokerages have upgraded 30 Nifty stocks while cutting ratings on 15. Analysts say upgrades signal confidence in fundamentals despite FII outflows and volatility.

Urban Company’s promoters, PE investors sitting on massive windfall ahead of IPO

INDIA

Urban Company’s promoters, PE investors sitting on massive windfall ahead of IPO

Urban Company's IPO price band of Rs 98–103 per share has fuelled a massive valuation surge in the stake that founders and global investors hold in the business.

BSE SME IPO Index loses steam in 2025 after four-year surge  

BUSINESS

BSE SME IPO Index loses steam in 2025 after four-year surge  

After a four-year dream run, the BSE SME IPO Index faces a reality check in 2025 as volatility, weak fundamentals, and muted listings test investor appetite

Malaysia, Germany step in; Singapore, Ireland lead August equity sell-off

INDIA

Malaysia, Germany step in; Singapore, Ireland lead August equity sell-off

Foreign investors pulled Rs 34,993 crore from equities in August, led by Singapore and Ireland. Malaysia and Germany, however, turned net buyers, alongside selective inflows into debt.

Expensive stock additions push Nifty valuation above MSCI India Index

INDIA

Expensive stock additions push Nifty valuation above MSCI India Index

For the first time since 2017, India’s Nifty 50 trades at a premium to the MSCI India Index on one-year forward P/E valuations.

Market breadth indicator hits six month low in August

INDIA

Market breadth indicator hits six month low in August

Weak market breadth reflects sustained selling pressure and investor caution

DII buying breach Rs 5 lakh crore mark for second year

BUSINESS

DII buying breach Rs 5 lakh crore mark for second year

Rs 5 lakh crore milestone marks second straight year of strong domestic participation.

Muted investor sentiment drags cash market turnover to February levels

INDIA

Muted investor sentiment drags cash market turnover to February levels

Turnover dips for second straight month as cash market loses momentum; F&O activity also softens.

IPOs market buoyant in August with Rs 15,200 crore mainboard, Rs 1,345 crore SME fundraising

IPO

IPOs market buoyant in August with Rs 15,200 crore mainboard, Rs 1,345 crore SME fundraising

A revival in listing gains will require stronger participation in the secondary market, contingent to easing geopolitical tensions and the return of foreign flows.

Tax cuts, rating upgrade lift markets but will FIIs return, and when?

INDIA

Tax cuts, rating upgrade lift markets but will FIIs return, and when?

Foreign investors stay on the sidelines despite domestic rally, as global cues and valuations weigh on sentiment

After two great years of returns, Tata Group stocks lose shine in 2025

INDIA

After two great years of returns, Tata Group stocks lose shine in 2025

Once market favourites, Tata counters face value erosion amid global and domestic headwinds

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