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Indian Firms Lose ₹1.13 Trillion as Market Bears Grip
Seven top Indian companies, including Bharti Airtel & Reliance Industries, shed ₹1.13 trillion in market cap last week amid broader market declines.

FPIs Invest ₹30,919 Cr in Indian Equities in August
Foreign Portfolio Investors injected ₹30,919 crore into Indian equities in August, marking a significant trend reversal and second consecutive month of buying.

Jindal Stainless Expands Coin Blank Capacity by 20% to Meet Global Demand
Jindal Stainless increases annual coin blank production by 20% to 12,000 tonnes, responding to surging global demand for non-paper currency from international mints.

Amrutanjan Health Care Eyes 100,000 New Outlets in FY27 Expansion
Amrutanjan Health Care plans a major expansion, targeting 100,000 new direct chemist outlets in FY27 to boost growth in pain management and women’s hygiene.

Equity Funds Shine: Up to 7% Returns, 426 Funds Gain
Equity mutual funds saw strong performance, with returns up to 7% in late August. 426 funds posted gains, led by international and tech-focused options.

ONGC Targets Deepwater Drillships for India’s Offshore Exploration
ONGC seeks drillships or JVs for ‘Mission Samudra Manthan’ to boost India’s offshore oil & gas exploration and production by 2030.

India: Global Investment Hub Pitched by FM Sitharaman to US CEOs
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged US CEOs to invest in India, highlighting AI, Agriculture, and Hospitality as key growth sectors for global businesses.

Spurs’ $400M Flop vs. Liverpool’s $2.2B Ambitions
Tottenham’s massive $400M summer investment yields no results, contrasting with Liverpool’s strategic financial approach. See the details.

Top Flexi Cap Funds: Up to 20.2% CAGR in 3 Years
Discover the top 5 flexicap mutual funds delivering impressive CAGR up to 20.2% over three years. See which funds are outperforming in the market.

India’s Debt: High Interest Costs Despite Manageable Ratio
India’s debt-to-GDP ratio is manageable, but high interest costs are a growing concern, exceeding those of nations with larger debt burdens. Learn why.

Pernia’s Parent Eyes ₹680 Cr IPO Amid Financial Woes
Purple Style Labs, parent of Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, plans a ₹680 crore IPO to fund expansion, despite reporting a ₹285.4 crore loss and negative cash flow.

MedPlus Mart’s Tech Fuels 166% Profit Growth in India
MedPlus Mart achieves a 165.97% net profit surge in Q2 FY25, driven by its integrated tech strategy and expansion in India’s pharmacy retail market.

Jio Platforms IPO Cleared by Sebi, Aims for Rs 37,700 Crore
Jio Platforms gets Sebi nod for its IPO, targeting a massive Rs 37,700 crore raise. Company valuation expected at Rs 9.5 lakh crore with major investors retaining stakes.

India’s 7% Growth: Falling Short of 2047 Developed Nation Goal
India’s current 7%+ economic growth rate is insufficient to reach developed nation status by 2047. Experts cite a required 9.25% annual growth for 21 years.

Young Indians Favor SIPs Over Crypto for Stable Financial Growth
Discover why young Indian investors are shifting from volatile crypto to disciplined SIPs for a secure financial future. Learn about the growing trend and its implications.

GIVA Pulls Kriti Sanon Raksha Bandhan Ad Over Safety & Backlash
Jewellery brand GIVA removed its Raksha Bandhan ad featuring Kriti Sanon due to safety concerns and online backlash over her outfit. Founder Ishendra Agarwal confirmed.

Bank Holidays: Branches Closed Up to 2 Days (Aug 31-Sep 6)
Major Indian banks, including SBI, HDFC, ICICI, and PNB, will close branches for up to two days between Aug 31-Sep 6, 2026, due to holidays. Digital services remain active.

US Jobs Report: Fed’s Inflation Fight Continues Amid Global Economic Shifts
US August jobs report shows 55,000 new payrolls, reinforcing the Federal Reserve’s commitment to fighting inflation. Global economies face varied challenges.

Sirohi Silver Price Drops ₹5,000: August Trends Analyzed
Sirohi silver price fell ₹5,000 to ₹2,72,900/KG on Aug 30. Review August’s volatile silver market trends and price fluctuations.

IndusInd Bank Targets 1% RoA by FY27: Strategic Turnaround
IndusInd Bank aims for 1% RoA by FY27 under CEO Rajiv Anand, focusing on balance sheet stability and growth post-crisis. Key metrics show strong recovery.

NGEF’s Collapse: Structural Flaws, Not Globalisation
NGEF’s failure wasn’t due to globalisation but three structural asymmetries, unlike BHEL’s survival. Explore the real reasons behind its demise.

US Eyes 35% Stake in Betancourt’s Oil Venture
The US government is reportedly planning a 35% passive stake in Alejandro Betancourt’s North American Blue Energy Partners, including preferential oil purchase rights.

Top Multicap Funds for 2026: 3-Year Rolling Returns
Discover the top 5 multicap mutual funds for 2026, identified by robust 3-year rolling returns analysis from May 2019 to August 2026. Maximize your investments.

80+ Companies Go Ex-Dividend: Uni Abex, Federal-Mogul Lead Payouts
Over 80 companies, including Uni Abex and Federal-Mogul, go ex-dividend Aug 31-Sep 5, 2026. Discover top payouts and key stocks.

India IPO Surge: Red Flags & SEBI Deadline Rush
India’s IPO market surges before SEBI deadline, but 40% of new listings trade below issue price. Investors beware!

Jio Market Share Dips, Airtel Gains: TRAI Data July 2026
Reliance Jio’s broadband market share fell to 48.89% in July 2026, while Airtel grew to 35.11%. Jio still leads, according to TRAI data.

Sembcorp Green Infra IPO: Rs 3,750 Cr Raise in Mumbai
Sembcorp Green Infra, backed by Temasek, files for a Rs 3,750 crore IPO in Mumbai, primarily to repay debt. Details on their second listing attempt.

US Treasury Doubles Debt Buybacks Amid Investor Concerns
The US Treasury is doubling long-term debt buybacks to cut borrowing costs, despite heightened investor concerns over fiscal risk and debt rollover exposure.

UPI Dominates India’s Merchant Payments, Cards Decline
UPI captures 77.3% of India’s merchant payments in July, driving significant declines in credit and debit card usage. Explore the shift in digital transactions.

3 Mainboard IPOs to Raise Rs 1,265 Crore This Week
Three mainboard IPOs from Purple Style Labs, Deepa Jewellers, and Rays of Belief are set to launch this week, aiming to raise a combined Rs 1,265 crore.