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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
INDIA
Market breadth indicator hits six month low in August
Weak market breadth reflects sustained selling pressure and investor caution
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.
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.
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.
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
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
EARNINGS
Trump tariffs, valuations and earnings drag foreign ownership of Indian equities to a seven-month low in August
FPIs sold equities worth nearly Rs 21,000 crore during the fortnight following net withdrawals of Rs 17,741 crore in July, marking a sharp reversal from inflows of Rs 38,673 crore between March and June.
BUSINESS
SME IPO Setback: Icodex, Mahendra crash 20% on debut following governance concerns
Profit-making firms stumble on listing as governance red flags, thin QIB allotment and valuation concerns spook investors.
BUSINESS
Four IPOs worth Rs 4,000 crore set to launch before August-end
The IPO market in August has already been active, with five offerings raising around Rs 6,000 crore
INDIA
Unlisted shares slide sharply from June peak on IPO jitters
Major names like MSEI, Matrix Gas Renewable and Tata Capital see sharp decline from June highs
INDIA
Rs 1.5 lakh crore selloff by FIIs so far in 2025 and counting
FIIs dump Rs 1.5 lakh crore in record 2025 sell-off as rich valuations, global opportunities, and geopolitical jitters sour sentiment; IPOs remain the lone bright spot.
INDIA
Demat accounts cross 20 crore mark; surpass populations of Bangladesh, Russia, Mexico, Japan
The total demat count exceeds populations of countries like Bangladesh, Russia, Ethiopia, Mexico, Japan, Egypt, Philippines, and Congo among others
INDIA
No salaries: How key promoters earned via dividends, incentives
Infosys’ Nandan Nilekani, Deepinder Goyal of Eternal, Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries, Murli Krishnan Prasad Divi of Divi’s Laboratories, Rahul Bhatia of InterGlobe Aviation, Mohit Burman of Dabur India, Samir Uttamlal Mehta of Torrent Pharmaceuticals, and Vikas Oberoi of Oberoi Realty.
BUSINESS
Shreeji Shipping sets price band of Rs 240-252 a share for IPO
The anchor bidding will start on August 18 and the issue will close on August 21.
INDIA
FIIs exit Indian equities led by Singapore, US; France ramps up investments
FIIs recorded heavy selling in Indian markets in July, offloading Rs 31,988 crore in the secondary market amid stretched valuations, weaker earnings, and escalating global tariff tensions.
BUSINESS
Bluestone IPO delivers windfall for early backers Accel, Saama, Kalaari, Munjal
The IPO, despite the company being loss-making, is scheduled to open on August 11 and close on August 13
