Why Jio Is More Than A Telecom IPO
Reliance Jio has filed its DRHP with SEBI for an IPO that could raise Rs 37,700 crore and value the company at Rs 11 to 12 lakh crore, potentially making it India's largest-ever public offering.
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Govt Sells Up to 3% NLC India Stake at 10% Discount
The central government launched an Offer for Sale of up to 3% in NLC India, priced at Rs 303 per share, a 10% discount to the last closing price. The Rs 1,263 crore deal opened for non-retail investors on June 9, 2026, and could pressure the stock short term while improving its free float.
NHPC Falls 6% on Government 6% Stake OFS
NHPC shares fell nearly 6% after the Indian government announced an offer for sale of a 6% stake at a floor price of ₹71 per share. The large supply hitting the market at a set floor price typically drives short-term selling pressure on the stock.
India Bonds Slip Before RBI Rate Decision Friday
Indian government bonds slipped Thursday as traders awaited the Reserve Bank of India's rate decision on Friday. Markets expect a pause, but Standard Chartered, Capital Economics, ANZ, MUFG, and OCBC all forecast a 25-basis-point hike, while rising oil prices add inflation risk.
India's Equity Premium Fades on Oil and Weak Growth
India's equity market premium over emerging market peers is eroding as rising global oil prices and weaker-than-expected domestic growth hit simultaneously. Higher import costs, rupee pressure, and squeezed margins are prompting investors to question whether India's valuation premium is still justified.
Reliance Q4 Profit Falls 8% on Energy Pressure
Reliance Industries reported an 8.1% fall in March quarter net profit, hurt by Middle East-driven pressure on its oil and energy business. Full-year profit still rose 18.5%, with Jio Platforms and Reliance Retail both posting strong growth.
Axis Bank Q4 PAT Dips; NII Rises 5%
Axis Bank reported Q4FY26 PAT of Rs 7,071 crore, a marginal year-on-year decline, while net interest income rose 5% and interest income grew 4.7% to Rs 32,724 crore. The profit dip despite revenue growth signals cost or provision pressure that investors will scrutinise closely.
Paytm Shares Drop 8% on RBI Payments Bank Ban
Paytm shares fell around 8% on Monday after the RBI banned its payments bank unit. The move threatens key revenue streams and could disrupt wallet and merchant settlement services for millions of users.
RBI Cancels Paytm Payments Bank Licence, Shares Drop
The RBI formally cancelled Paytm Payments Bank's licence under the Banking Regulation Act, citing governance failures and non-compliance, sending Paytm shares down as much as 8.37%.
RBI Net Short Dollar Position Hits Record $104 Billion
The RBI's net short forward position rose to a record $104 billion in March, up from $77 billion in February. The surge reflects heavy intervention to shield the rupee from volatility, pushing effective import cover below nine months. Markets will watch whether the RBI needs to keep rolling these dollar commitments
BJP Exit Poll Edge May Move Regional Stocks
Exit polls predict a BJP edge in West Bengal and Assam, with markets likely to react selectively on open. State election results tend to move specific sectors rather than the broad index. Infrastructure, power, and real estate stocks with regional exposure are the ones to watch.
JPMorgan, HSBC Downgrade India on Macro Concerns
JPMorgan and HSBC have downgraded Indian market ratings, cutting Nifty targets over rising inflation and rupee weakness tied to high crude prices and geopolitical risk. India's heavy oil import dependence makes it especially exposed to this macro squeeze. Further downgrades may follow if inflation and currency pressure
India Reviews IDBI Bank Divestment Amid Weak Demand
India's government is revisiting its IDBI Bank stake sale after weak investor interest and market volatility slowed progress. A core group of secretaries is reviewing valuations and timelines, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirming the sale will proceed. A revised deal structure or timeline is expected to
SEBI Targets Simpler Rules, Tech-Driven Market Oversight
SEBI chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has outlined a plan to simplify regulations and use technology more heavily to oversee India's growing markets. He flagged rising retail investor participation and global risks as key pressures on the current framework. The move could cut compliance costs for market participants while
Reliance Quarterly Profit Falls on Iran War Impact
Reliance Industries posted a quarterly profit decline, with the Iran conflict cited as a contributing factor. The result matters because Reliance is heavily weighted in Indian indices and its refining margins are sensitive to Middle East supply disruptions. Full earnings details will clarify how much the energy segment
India SIP Stoppage Ratio Tops 100% Amid Volatility
India's SIP stoppage ratio exceeded 100% for the first time in 11 months, with over 53 lakh accounts closed or matured, more than new additions. Market volatility has reduced near-term return visibility, prompting retail investors to pause systematic commitments. The trend will be monitored closely to determine
HDFC Bank Q4 2026: 9% Profit Rise, Dividend Eyed
HDFC Bank is expected to report roughly 9% YoY net profit growth and 6% NII expansion for Q4 2026, with sequential performance largely flat. Margins are forecast to remain stable, and a dividend declaration is anticipated. The results will be closely watched for credit growth guidance and net interest margin trends.
Small-Cap Index Surges 13%, Beats Nifty 50 in April
India's small-cap index rose 13% in April, outperforming the Nifty 50 and reigniting interest in the segment. Analysts urge caution, citing persistent geopolitical uncertainties and advising against aggressive positioning. Selective exposure over momentum-chasing is the prevailing expert stance.
Waaree Renewable Shares Surge 10% on Q4 Results
Waaree Renewable Technologies shares surged over 10% to Rs 1,174.10 following stronger-than-expected Q4 results. The move reflects a positive market reassessment of the company's near-term earnings trajectory in India's solar energy sector. Full financial details from the quarterly report have yet to be broadly
Sensex, Nifty Rise on Middle East Peace Hopes
Sensex rose over 150 points and Nifty crossed 24,200 as hopes of US-Iran peace talks and a Lebanon-Israel ceasefire cooled oil prices, easing India's import burden. Mid- and small-cap stocks led gains, though overall market sentiment remains fragile. Sustained moves will depend on whether geopolitical de-escalation
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Why Jio Is More Than A Telecom IPO
Reliance Jio has filed its DRHP with SEBI for an IPO that could raise Rs 37,700 crore and value the company at Rs 11 to 12 lakh crore, potentially making it India's largest-ever public offering.
5d ago · 4 min · Markets
NLC India shares in focus as govt’s OFS worth up to Rs 1,263 crore opens at 10% discount. Check details
The central government launched an Offer for Sale of up to 3% in NLC India, priced at Rs 303 per share, a 10% discount to the last closing price. The Rs 1,263 crore deal opened for non-retail investors on June 9, 2026, and could pressure the stock short term while improving its free float.
17d ago · 3 min · Markets
NHPC share price tanks around 6% after fundraise move through the OFS; check floor price and other details
NHPC shares fell nearly 6% after the Indian government announced an offer for sale of a 6% stake at a floor price of ₹71 per share. The large supply hitting the market at a set floor price typically drives short-term selling pressure on the stock.
23d ago · 3 min · Markets
India bonds slip ahead of RBI policy as war risks lift oil
Indian government bonds slipped Thursday as traders awaited the Reserve Bank of India's rate decision on Friday. Markets expect a pause, but Standard Chartered, Capital Economics, ANZ, MUFG, and OCBC all forecast a 25-basis-point hike, while rising oil prices add inflation risk.
24d ago · 3 min · Markets
India's market premium cracks as oil shock meets weak growth
India's equity market premium over emerging market peers is eroding as rising global oil prices and weaker-than-expected domestic growth hit simultaneously. Higher import costs, rupee pressure, and squeezed margins are prompting investors to question whether India's valuation premium is still justified.
1mo ago · 3 min · Markets
Reliance Industries' Q4 profit dips 8% as Mideast war bites at oil business
Reliance Industries reported an 8.1% fall in March quarter net profit, hurt by Middle East-driven pressure on its oil and energy business. Full-year profit still rose 18.5%, with Jio Platforms and Reliance Retail both posting strong growth.
1mo ago · 2 min · Markets
Axis Bank Q4 Results: PAT falls marginally YoY to Rs 7,071 crore; NII rises 5%
Axis Bank reported Q4FY26 PAT of Rs 7,071 crore, a marginal year-on-year decline, while net interest income rose 5% and interest income grew 4.7% to Rs 32,724 crore. The profit dip despite revenue growth signals cost or provision pressure that investors will scrutinise closely.
1mo ago · 2 min · Markets
Paytm Shares Tumble 8% After RBI Ban On Payments Bank Unit
Paytm shares fell around 8% on Monday after the RBI banned its payments bank unit. The move threatens key revenue streams and could disrupt wallet and merchant settlement services for millions of users.
1mo ago · 2 min · Markets
Paytm Tanks 8% After RBI Revokes Payments Bank Licence
The RBI formally cancelled Paytm Payments Bank's licence under the Banking Regulation Act, citing governance failures and non-compliance, sending Paytm shares down as much as 8.37%.
1mo ago · 3 min · Markets
RBI's net short positions hit a record $104 billion
The RBI's net short forward position rose to a record $104 billion in March, up from $77 billion in February. The surge reflects heavy intervention to shield the rupee from volatility, pushing effective import cover below nine months. Markets will watch whether the RBI needs to keep rolling these dollar commitments
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Exit polls predict edge to BJP in West Bengal & Assam. How will stock market react tomorrow?
Exit polls predict a BJP edge in West Bengal and Assam, with markets likely to react selectively on open. State election results tend to move specific sectors rather than the broad index. Infrastructure, power, and real estate stocks with regional exposure are the ones to watch.
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
HSBC to JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs: Why are foreign brokerages downgrading India?
JPMorgan and HSBC have downgraded Indian market ratings, cutting Nifty targets over rising inflation and rupee weakness tied to high crude prices and geopolitical risk. India's heavy oil import dependence makes it especially exposed to this macro squeeze. Further downgrades may follow if inflation and currency pressure
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Govt reviews divestment plans, IDBI Bank stake sale
India's government is revisiting its IDBI Bank stake sale after weak investor interest and market volatility slowed progress. A core group of secretaries is reviewing valuations and timelines, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirming the sale will proceed. A revised deal structure or timeline is expected to
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
SEBI to push regulatory simplification, tech-led oversight as markets scale up: Chairman
SEBI chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has outlined a plan to simplify regulations and use technology more heavily to oversee India's growing markets. He flagged rising retail investor participation and global risks as key pressures on the current framework. The move could cut compliance costs for market participants while
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
India's Reliance Industries sees quarterly profit fall on Iran war impact
Reliance Industries posted a quarterly profit decline, with the Iran conflict cited as a contributing factor. The result matters because Reliance is heavily weighted in Indian indices and its refining margins are sensitive to Middle East supply disruptions. Full earnings details will clarify how much the energy segment
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Volatile markets push SIP stoppage ratio above 100% for first time in 11 months
India's SIP stoppage ratio exceeded 100% for the first time in 11 months, with over 53 lakh accounts closed or matured, more than new additions. Market volatility has reduced near-term return visibility, prompting retail investors to pause systematic commitments. The trend will be monitored closely to determine
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
HDFC Bank Q4 Results 2026 LIVE: Net profit may rise 9%, NII growth seen at 6% YoY with stable margins; dividend eyed
HDFC Bank is expected to report roughly 9% YoY net profit growth and 6% NII expansion for Q4 2026, with sequential performance largely flat. Margins are forecast to remain stable, and a dividend declaration is anticipated. The results will be closely watched for credit growth guidance and net interest margin trends.
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Small-cap index jumps 13%, eclipses Nifty 50 returns in April: Should you chase the momentum amid macro woes?
India's small-cap index rose 13% in April, outperforming the Nifty 50 and reigniting interest in the segment. Analysts urge caution, citing persistent geopolitical uncertainties and advising against aggressive positioning. Selective exposure over momentum-chasing is the prevailing expert stance.
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Waaree Renewable Q4 Impact: Shares Surge Over 10%
Waaree Renewable Technologies shares surged over 10% to Rs 1,174.10 following stronger-than-expected Q4 results. The move reflects a positive market reassessment of the company's near-term earnings trajectory in India's solar energy sector. Full financial details from the quarterly report have yet to be broadly
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets
Sensex rises over 150 points, Nifty above 24,200 amid rising Iran-US war peace hopes; broader markets outperform
Sensex rose over 150 points and Nifty crossed 24,200 as hopes of US-Iran peace talks and a Lebanon-Israel ceasefire cooled oil prices, easing India's import burden. Mid- and small-cap stocks led gains, though overall market sentiment remains fragile. Sustained moves will depend on whether geopolitical de-escalation
2mo ago · 1 min · Markets