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Indian MFs Rebalance Portfolios Amid Nifty 50's 2.17% July Gain

Indian MFs Rebalance Portfolios as Nifty 50 Gains

India’s top mutual funds, including SBI, ICICI Prudential, and HDFC, rebalanced portfolios in July 2026 following a 2.17% gain in the Nifty 50 index.

Asian Markets Mixed: Nikkei Rises, GDP Miss, Geopolitical Tensions

Asian Markets Mixed: Nikkei Up, Japan GDP Misses, Geopolitical Fears

Asian markets show mixed results as Japan’s Q2 GDP growth slows to 1.1%, Nikkei edges up, while geopolitical tensions keep oil prices steady.

RBI's FCNR(B) Swap Window: Hedging Costs and Economic Impact

RBI FCNR(B) Swap Window: Hedging Costs & Economic Impact

RBI faces significant hedging costs of $9-12 billion over 5 years for its FCNR(B) swap window, with deposits already reaching $52.3 billion.

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Indian Stocks: 6-9 Month Range-Bound Outlook

Indian equities expected to trade sideways for 6-9 months due to valuation needs and cautious FPIs, suggests Mahindra Manulife MF CEO.

Indo SMC Pivots to High-Value Electricals Amidst India's Grid Boom

Indo SMC Targets High-Value Electricals Amidst India’s Grid Boom

Indo SMC, a small-cap firm, strategically pivots from basic enclosures to advanced electrical components, capitalizing on India’s booming power grid, data centers, and AI sector.

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Mumbai Redevelopment Projects: Delays & Financial Woes

Mumbai housing redevelopment projects face severe delays and financial distress due to builder failures, leaving homeowners in limbo. Explore the causes and impact.

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Global Rates: A Bigger Bond Threat Than The Fed

Rising global interest rates, beyond US Fed actions, are now the primary threat to bonds, impacting traditional safe-haven assets amid inflation and geopolitical pressures.

India's Q1 FY27 GDP Growth Hits 7.3% Amidst Global Headwinds

India’s Q1 FY27 GDP Surges 7.3% Despite Global Challenges

India’s economy shows strong Q1 FY27 growth of 7.3%, fueled by consumption, exports, and government spending, defying global economic headwinds.

Yen Advances as Fed Rate Hike Expectations Recede Amid Soft US Data

Yen Strengthens on Fading Fed Rate Hike Bets

The Japanese yen appreciated as softer U.S. economic data led traders to scale back Federal Reserve rate hike expectations, impacting global currency markets.

Rupee Pressure Mounts as RBI Defends 95.45 Amid Rising Crude Oil Prices

Rupee Under Pressure: RBI Defends 95.45 Amidst Crude Oil Surge

The Indian Rupee faces depreciation pressure as the RBI defends the 95.45 mark against the dollar amid rising crude oil prices and increased importer demand.

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Strait of Hormuz Shipping Halts Amid Tanker Attacks, US-Iran Tensions

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz hit zero transits Sunday following tanker attacks and stalled US-Iran talks, impacting global energy routes. Learn more.

Indian Benchmarks Halt Streak Amid Geopolitical Tensions; Nifty Dips 0.12%

Indian Stocks Halt Gains: Nifty Dips Amid Geopolitical Fears

Indian benchmarks Sensex & Nifty 50 end winning streak, falling 0.6% due to geopolitical tensions. US futures mixed ahead of earnings.

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Marvell’s $250M India Investment Fuels Chip Design Shift

Marvell Technology invests $250M in India over 3 years, doubling its workforce to advance cutting-edge semiconductor R&D in Bangalore, Pune, and Hyderabad.

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NBFCs Ask RBI to Rethink Revolving Credit Ban

Indian NBFCs are urging the RBI to reconsider its proposed ban on revolving credit, citing potential disruption to ₹2 lakh crore in credit and increased borrower costs.

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Guaranteed Return Plans vs. FDs: Better Savings?

Discover how guaranteed return life insurance plans offer higher, tax-free returns than fixed deposits, ensuring financial security for salaried professionals.

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SIP Success: Time in Market Beats Market Timing for Investors

New investors in India: Focus on consistent SIP investments over time, not market timing. Learn why time in the market is key to wealth building.

Shriram Finance Secure: No Fresh Capital for Five Years, Targets Aggressive Growth

Shriram Finance: 5 Years Capital Free, Eyes Aggressive Growth

Shriram Finance projects 5 years without new capital needs, targeting 18-20% credit growth, bolstered by a ₹40,000 crore MUFG investment and stable NIMs.

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NBFCs Urge RBI to Rethink Revolving Credit Ban: Rs 2 Lakh Cr Impact

Leading NBFCs, including Bajaj Finance, request RBI to reconsider the revolving credit ban, warning of a Rs 2 lakh crore disruption to MSME and individual lending.

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Global IPOs Surge in Q2 2026, Fueled by AI Boom

Global IPO markets rebound in Q2 2026, driven by AI’s influence and strong earnings, signaling a potentially historic second half for public listings.

GST Cuts Shield Indian Automakers Amidst Rising Commodity Prices

India GST Cuts Aid Automakers Against Rising Commodity Prices

Indian automakers are utilizing recent GST reductions to counter rising commodity costs, stabilize prices, and sustain consumer demand in the automotive market.

ICICI Prudential AMC Launches Rs 2,000 Cr Mumbai Housing Fund

ICICI Prudential Launches Rs 2,000 Cr Mumbai Housing Fund

ICICI Prudential AMC unveils a Rs 2,000 Cr residential development fund for Mumbai’s housing market, targeting 20-25% IRR via redevelopment projects.

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Sports Franchise Valuations Soar: Is the Peak Yet to Come?

Major sports franchises are hitting record valuations, fueled by massive TV deals and new revenue streams like sports betting. Experts predict continued growth.

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Blue Dart Expands Cross-Border E-commerce Services for India

Blue Dart launches new international cross-border e-commerce delivery product to capitalize on India’s growing global trade, leveraging DHL’s network and regulatory shifts.

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Indian Banks Gear Up for RBI’s April 2027 ECL Rules

Indian banks are revamping data systems for RBI’s Expected Credit Loss (ECL) rules by April 2027, impacting credit risk assessment and financial sector operations.

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Sebi Overhauls Settlement Framework with New Fast-Track Route

Sebi proposes a revamped settlement framework, introducing a fast-track route for cases up to Rs 10 lakh and revising penalty calculations for quicker resolution.

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Equity Mutual Fund Inflows Dip 14.8% in July; SIPs Rise Marginally

Indian equity mutual funds saw a 14.8% drop in July inflows to ₹24,697 crore, while SIP contributions experienced a slight increase. Discover fund performance.

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Fed Minutes, Retail Earnings, Data: Wall Street’s Key Week

Wall Street braces for a pivotal week: Fed minutes, key retail earnings, and economic data releases will shape interest rate expectations and market sentiment.

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AI Rally vs. Interest Rates: Wall Street’s Dilemma

Wall Street’s AI-driven stock rally faces headwinds from rising interest rates. Discover the impact on Big Tech valuations and future financing.

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Andhra Pradesh Leads India in AI & Big Data Skilling

Andhra Pradesh leads India in AI & Big Data Analytics skilling, certifying over 108,895 candidates via FutureSkills PRIME, positioning for tech growth.

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Berkshire Hathaway’s Capital Strategy Shift: Buffett’s Cash vs. Abel’s Deployment

Berkshire Hathaway deploys record capital despite Warren Buffett’s view on cash. Explore the shift under Greg Abel, including buybacks and major equity investments.

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