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No proof that commodity derivatives trade causes price spikes, finds study

Suspension of their futures does not bring down price volatility either, finds study conducted on behalf of NCDEX Investor Protection Fund

A soft landing is a more likely scenario for the global economy: JPMorgan

"Economic data and investor positioning are more important factors for risky asset performance than central bank rhetoric," the strategists wrote. "We maintain a pro-risk stance"

Need to boost investor confidence for sustainable, transformative growth

India needs to show investors not only that they can achieve decent returns in the country but that their money is safe here

SoftBank, others in talks to lead $75-million funding in GoMechanic

"The conversations between the investors and GoMechanic are still going on and one of the investors has also shared the term sheet with the firm," said a person familiar with the development

New milestone: Demat accounts surpass 100 million for the first time

The tally was less than 41 million before Covid-19 pandemic

UP govt won't allow security of investors to be breached: CM Adityanath

UP CM Adityanath pointed out that the state has become a "preferred destination" for investors, said that the government would not allow the "security of traders and entrepreneurs to be breached"

Crypto weekly wrap: Bitcoin to rise once it reaches $20,400, say experts

For Ethereum, which is scheduled to go for 'The Merge' on September 6, will likely break out of the $2,000 level before the event, experts suggest

Investors richer by Rs 5.68 trn as stock markets rally over 2.5%

The BSE Sensex jumped 1,564.45 points or 2.7% to settle at 59,537.07

India VIX signals caution, but don't panic just yet, say analysts

The latest reading is well below this year's average of 20.7. Moreover, Monday's 8.8 per cent advance is only the 10th largest seen this year

Minority investors may seek higher dividend as Tata Sons posts huge profit

Firm reports Rs 19,638 crore liability towards AGR dues of Tata Teleservices, makes provisions of Rs 1,148 crore for AGR and is expected to make additional provisions in the years ahead

Goldman bets on Indian bond-swap spreads tightening, recommends 5-yr bonds

Goldman Sachs is recommending a spread trade in Indian debt markets that will help investors cash in on bullishness in the bond market

M&M won't pump more funds into Pininfarina, seeks external investors

The firm is also "closely monitoring" Peugeot Motorcycles, Mahindra Trucks & Buses and Construction Equipment businesses as their "performance is below expectation"

HNIs more cautious on foreign investment after new rules kick in

According to the new rules of the liberalised remittance system (LRS), an Indian resident can now invest $250,000 a year in foreign stocks, debt etc

Euro bounces back to parity with the dollar as investor sentiment improves

The euro briefly rebounded back above parity with the dollar on Thursday as the US currency's recent rally ran out of steam

Global bond inflows to emerging Asian markets signal shift in outlook

In August, global funds have poured $1.4 billion into Indonesia bonds in the first net addition in six months, while India has seen them loading up on rupee notes of $680 million

TMS Ep245: Semiconductor chip, low paddy acreage, markets, hostile takeover

Will India become a global player in semiconductor chips? Lower paddy acreage: How will it affect India? Adani acquires stake in NDTV: Will retail investors benefit? What is a hostile takeover?

Adani acquires stake in NDTV: Will retail investors benefit?

The proposed NDTV's takeover by Adani Group marks Gautam Adani's second media bet in 2022. While the acquisition seems to be 'hostile', it is the retail investors that stand to win. Here is a report

Startups increasingly raising venture debt as investors fear funding winter

Most investors are more cautious in deploying capital towards growth businesses, especially in late-stage startup investments, which are key drivers in a funding cycle

We back companies where tech is an enabler, not the hero: C4D Partners CEO

Our crucial thesis is that the business model is woven around a societal problem, said CEO Agarwal

Servify raises Rs 520 crore in new round; aims for IPO in two years

Servify, a company that manages lifecycle of devices for several smartphone vendors in many markets, on Wednesday said it has raised USD 65 million (around Rs 520 crore) in a round led by Singularity Growth Opportunity Fund. The startup, which serves global brands like Samsung and Apple, has raised the money at a valuation which is just under USD 1 billion, its founder Sreevathsa Prabhakar told PTI, adding that it would have achieved the 'unicorn' status after this round itself, if not for a few challenging conditions set by investors. It has consciously raised money from domestic investors in this round because it aims to go public through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) in the next 18-24 months, he said. Investors in the new round include family offices like that of Pidilite, and also existing investors like Iron Pillar, BEENEXT, Blume Ventures, and DMI Sparkle Fund, he said, adding there is a possibility of it raising another USD 5-7 million in the next month to close the round