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Markets fall for fourth session as higher crude prices, FPI selling weigh

Benchmark indices extended losses as rising crude oil prices and sustained foreign portfolio investor selling offset domestic institutional buying and weighed on sentiment

Updated On: 23 Jul 2026 | 10:57 PM IST

Markets fall for third day as crude surge dents investor sentiment

Sensex lost 715 points and the Nifty slipped below 24,000 as rising crude prices, tariff concerns and geopolitical tensions triggered broad-based selling

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 10:58 PM IST

Exchanges gear up for new closing auction mechanism from August 3

Mock trading is under way as exchanges prepare for the phased rollout of the closing auction session to determine closing prices for derivative-linked stocks

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 9:01 PM IST

IndiGo Q1 Preview: Will fare hike help drive PAT amid fuel cost spike?

To mitigate the impact of higher aviation turbine fuel (ATF), IndiGo has raised airfares, but analysts believe it will not be enough to stem the Q1 profit fall.

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 2:22 PM IST

Hong Kong traders cling to lunch break as exchange seeks to scrap it

A preliminary proposal by the city's exchange to scrap the midday break and extend trading hours has drawn criticism, particularly from local firms

Updated On: 22 Jul 2026 | 7:45 AM IST

SBI Funds Management ends debut session at 6.3% premium to issue price

India's largest asset manager by QAAUM ended its market debut at a modest premium, below market expectations, after its Rs 9,813 crore IPO was subscribed 41.6 times

Updated On: 21 Jul 2026 | 10:22 PM IST

Why India’s stock market could soon get a new fear gauge

The NSE is working on a new volatility index that could eventually replace or complement India VIX. But why does the market need a new fear gauge? And what could it mean for investors and derivatives

Updated On: 21 Jul 2026 | 8:41 PM IST
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Sebi asks depositories to put in place operational framework by Aug 1

Capital markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday directed depositories to put in place an operational framework and necessary system enhancements by August 1 to implement the newly introduced mechanism for freezing promoter holdings at the ISIN level during share buybacks. In a circular, Sebi asked depositories to issue operational guidelines covering the implementation of the ISIN-level freeze on promoter and promoter group holdings, including the format for listed companies to issue freezing instructions. The framework will also lay down operational modalities for permitting promoters to tender shares in buybacks conducted through the tender offer route and for allowing the invocation or release of encumbrances created before the commencement of the buyback period. In such cases, the freeze will continue to apply to the invoked or released shares or other specified securities. "The depositories shall ensure that the operational framework and the necessary system enhancements are put in

Updated On: 21 Jul 2026 | 5:21 PM IST

Q1 results preview: Higher costs may squeeze margin of auto companies

OEM revenue is expected to rise 22-29 per cent in Q1FY27, led by strong vehicle demand, exports and premiumisation, while higher input and freight costs are likely to squeeze margins

Updated On: 20 Jul 2026 | 11:01 PM IST

SPML Infra promoters to infuse over ₹177 crore; Vijay Kedia ups stake

Leading water and energy infrastructure company SPML Infra on Monday said its promoters will infuse around Rs 177 crore to boost its growth capital. The company has also raised around Rs 5.75 crore from non-promoter entities through a preferential issue and converted debt of Rs 7.16 crore from National Asset Reconstruction Company Ltd (NARCL) into equity, a statement said on Monday. "The company has allotted 6,93,999 equity shares and 95,39,449 convertible warrants on a preferential basis, in a move aimed at raising fresh growth capital and converting existing debt into equity," it said. The equity shares were issued at a price of Rs 186 per share, including a premium of Rs 184 per share, while the warrants were also priced at Rs 186 each. The warrants have been allotted to a mix of promoter group entities and non-promoters, including an entity related to noted investor Vijay Kedia, the company said. After the full conversion of warrants, total stake of Kedia and his associates wil

Updated On: 20 Jul 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

Absolute Projects, Jindal Supreme secure Sebi's nod to float IPOs

Absolute Projects (India) Ltd and Jindal Supreme (India) Ltd have secured Sebi's approval to raise funds through initial public offerings (IPOs), an update from the markets regulator showed on Monday. The two firms, which filed their preliminary IPO papers between April and May , obtained the regulator's observation on July 17. In Sebiparlance, issuing observations implies approval to float theIPO. According to the draft papers, Absolute Projects' IPO comprises a fresh issue of 2 crore equity shares with no offer-for-sale (OFS) component. Funds will be used to modernise Manufacturing Facility I, procure machinery for Manufacturing Facility II, and secure equipment for Power EPC projects. Absolute Projects is an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) player engaged in the execution of power transmission and distribution infrastructure projects. Jindal Supreme's IPO consists of both a fresh issue of 1.07 crore equity shares and an offer-for-sale (OFS) component of 26.87 lak

Updated On: 20 Jul 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

Equities fairly valued, expect avg 5-7% real returns in 3-5 years: Gunwani

Bandhan AMC CIO Manish Gunwani says India's macro fundamentals remain strong, with financials, insurance and real estate best placed to drive FY27 earnings growth

Updated On: 19 Jul 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

Q1 earnings, West Asia tensions, oil likely to drive markets this week

Quarterly results, geopolitical developments in West Asia, crude oil prices, monsoon progress and foreign investor activity are expected to drive market sentiment this week

Updated On: 19 Jul 2026 | 11:58 AM IST

NSE stock draws rare 'sell' rating ahead of long-awaited IPO debut

Dolat Capital initiated coverage of the National Stock Exchange with a 'sell' recommendation, citing regulatory headwinds and high valuations ahead of the bourse's planned IPO

Updated On: 17 Jul 2026 | 10:23 PM IST

Asian shares fall; Nikkei plunges nearly 6% amid AI selloff, West Asia war

Asian shares skidded Friday, with Tokyo's Nikkei 225 down 5 per cent as heavy selling of computer chipmakers and other AI-related shares dragged markets lower. South Korean markets were closed Friday, but shares in Taiwan also fell more than 5 per cent. Stocks related to artificial intelligence have been under pressure for weeks because of worries that their prices have shot too high and that voracious demand for computer memory and processors may not be sustainable if AI ends up not producing as much profit and productivity as promised. Oil prices surged as fighting in the Middle East intensified, while US futures slipped. The Nikkei lost 5.8 per cent to 62,945.97, while the Hang Seng in Hong Kong shed 2 per cent to 24,514.29. The Shanghai Composite index was 1.6 per cent lower at 3,818.59. In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 declined 0.7 per cent to 8,775.70. On Thursday, the S&P 500 fell 0.5 per cent even though nearly three out of every four stocks in the index rose after more ..

Updated On: 17 Jul 2026 | 12:46 PM IST

HDFC Bank Q1 preview: PAT may rise 9% on strong loan growth; NIMs seen flat

HDFC Bank Q1 result preview: Q1 could be a mixed quarter for the lender, with analysts expecting flat NIMs. Asset quality is likely to remain steady, while loan growth may stay in double digits

Updated On: 16 Jul 2026 | 12:57 PM IST

El Niño years: Tractor sales lag; 2-wheelers & FMCG hold up, finds study

Tractor sales, the JM Financial study said, were most sensitive to El Nino conditions, recording weaker sales growth during the La Niña period, which is associated with excess rainfall.

Updated On: 16 Jul 2026 | 9:05 AM IST

Block deals, QIPs drove mutual funds' equity investments in June

Adani Enterprises, JSW Infra attract highest MF investments

Updated On: 15 Jul 2026 | 10:46 PM IST

Will Nifty test 23,800 or jump back to 24,500? Tech analysts decode charts

Technical analysts believe that the Nifty is showing mixed signals on the short-term chart amid the renewed US-Iran war worries and high oil prices. Here are the key levels to watch out for.

Updated On: 15 Jul 2026 | 7:56 AM IST

Biocon shares gain 6.5% after Viatris sells its stake in a block deal

Biocon shares climbed 6.5 per cent after reports of Viatris unit Mylan's planned stake sale, with analysts saying the move is a financial decision that removes a long-standing overhang

Updated On: 14 Jul 2026 | 11:19 PM IST