Manycore debuted on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with shares opening 175% above their issue price on the first day of trading, marking one of the exchange's more dramatic initial gains in recent memory. The scale of the opening move signals strong demand from investors who bid well beyond the IPO valuation before the stock began trading. A 175% first-day open is a function of both pricing discipline at the IPO stage and concentrated buying pressure at the open, suggesting either a conservative bookbuild or elevated speculative interest, or both. Investors and analysts will watch whether the stock holds its opening level through the session and in subsequent days, as large first-day pops frequently attract profit-taking that erodes initial gains. Manycore's debut also reflects broader sentiment toward Hong Kong listings, where a strong opening can reinvigorate appetite for new issuances in the market.
The Indian government has launched an OFS to sell up to 6.5% of its LIC stake, opening for non-retail investors on August 4, 2026, at a floor price of Rs 382 per share, about 11% below Monday's close. The discounted offering is likely to pressure LIC shares in the near term as supply increases sharply.
More than a dozen major Indian companies including Bharti Airtel, ONGC, Pidilite, Nykaa, DLF, and Ather Energy report April-June 2026 earnings on August 4. Results span telecom, energy, consumer goods, real estate, and EV sectors, giving markets a broad read on corporate health mid-earnings season.
Amazon shares hit a new all-time high Monday, pushing its market cap above $3 trillion following a sustained post-earnings rally. The milestone places Amazon among the very few companies globally to reach this valuation, with investor focus on AWS and advertising growth driving the move.
Sensex Gains 500 Points as Oil Falls on Iran Talks
The Sensex rose around 500 points and the Nifty crossed 24,500 on Monday after Donald Trump announced talks with Iran, pushing oil prices lower. IndiGo, ITC, FMCG, and metals led the gains as cheaper crude eased cost and inflation concerns.