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Gold Prices Dip Amid Bond Selloff and Hormuz Tensions
Gold prices hover near $4,340/oz, pressured by rising bond yields and geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting investor appetite for non-interest-bearing assets.
NASA Orbiter Spots SpaceX Moon Crash Crater
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured images of a 60-foot crater on the Moon, created by a SpaceX Falcon rocket’s high-speed impact.
India’s New-Age Firms Hit $165B Market Cap: Swiggy IPO Status
India’s new-age companies surge to $165B market cap across 50 listed firms. Swiggy’s IPO status and mixed stock performances highlight startup market dynamics.
US Markets Dip: Nasdaq Leads Losses Amid Yield Spike & Mideast Fears
US markets closed lower Tuesday, with the Nasdaq leading declines as rising bond yields and Middle East uncertainty hit investor confidence. Explore key market movements.
Nifty500 Stocks: 5 Bullish RSI Signals on Aug 18
Discover 5 Nifty500 stocks, including Tube Investments & Acutaas Chemicals, that flashed bullish RSI signals on August 18, indicating strengthening price momentum.
SIFs vs MFs: 5 Key Differences for Investors
Discover the 5 crucial differences between Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) and Mutual Funds (MFs). Learn how SIFs offer unique strategies like shorting for experienced investors.
Swiggy Nears IOCC Status: Operational Control & Private Label Push
Swiggy shareholders approve foreign ownership cap, paving the way for Indian-owned and controlled status and greater operational flexibility, including inventory management.
Shiprocket IPO Lists Today: Huge Subscription & Strong GMP
Shiprocket’s Rs 1,617 Cr IPO lists today on BSE/NSE after a massive 99.38x subscription and strong Grey Market Premium (GMP).
India’s Ageism: AI Impacts 45+ Workforce
Corporate India grapples with ageism against professionals 45+. AI integration and preference for younger talent create challenges. Discover strategies to navigate this shift.
UAE Halts Trade With Iran Amid Rising Tensions
UAE suspends all trade and financial transactions with Iran due to escalating regional tensions and missile incidents. Decision effective August 18, 2026.
Gaja Alternative Asset Management IPO: ₹550 Crore Target
Gaja Alternative Asset Management’s IPO aims to raise ₹550 crore, with shares priced at ₹152-₹160. Subscription opens August 19-21, 2026. Listing on BSE & NSE.
LandSpace Lands Reusable Rocket, Eyes $1.1B IPO
Chinese firm LandSpace successfully lands Zhuque-3 rocket, confirming reusability. Pursues $1.1B IPO on Shanghai STAR Market to fund growth and compete globally.
Lalithaa Jewellery IPO Oversubscribed, Horizon Lags
Lalithaa Jewellery Mart IPO sees strong demand, oversubscribed 3.25x. Horizon Industrial Parks IPO faces weak response. Get details on GMP and potential listing gains.
Air New Zealand Adds Board Members Amidst Challenges
Air New Zealand strengthens its board with Campbell Wilson (ex-Air India CEO) and Robert McDonald, navigating operational headwinds and rising costs.
Nifty 50 Eyes 50,000 by 2035: Retail Surge Fuels Growth
Motilal Oswal predicts Nifty 50 could hit 50,000 by 2035, driven by 12% earnings growth and a surge in retail investment, despite FII outflows. Explore the projections.
Gen Z Reimagines Homeownership in India’s Evolving Housing Market
India’s Gen Z and millennials are reconsidering homeownership due to rising costs and career uncertainty, leaning towards long-term renting.
Paytm Parent Block Deal: Goldman Sachs Buys 3% Stake
One 97 Communications, Paytm’s parent, experienced a Rs 2,949 Cr block deal. Goldman Sachs, BNP Paribas, and domestic funds acquired a significant 3% stake.
Shiprocket IPO Lists Today: 38% Gain Expected
Shiprocket’s IPO lists today on BSE & NSE with an estimated 38.14% listing gain, driven by strong Grey Market Premium (GMP) and investor interest.
Stripe Acquires OpenRouter for $8B, VCs See Huge Returns
Stripe is reportedly nearing an $8B acquisition of AI marketplace OpenRouter, poised to deliver massive returns for early investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Menlo Ventures.
FIIs & DIIs Boost Auto-Ancillary Stocks: NRB Bearings, Craftsman Automation
Institutional investors (FIIs & DIIs) increase stakes in NRB Bearings & Craftsman Automation despite premium valuations, betting on India’s auto-ancillary growth.
Indian Markets Dip: Sensex Down 492, Nifty Falls 0.55%
Indian equity benchmarks closed lower on Aug 18, 2026. Sensex dropped 492 points, Nifty fell 0.55%, impacted by IT sector weakness and a depreciating Rupee.
Gold Surges on Safety Demand; Oil Prices Threaten Indian Portfolios
Gold prices climb amid global uncertainty, offering a safe haven. However, surging oil prices pose a significant inflation risk to Indian investors and corporate earnings.
Gaja Capital IPO: ₹550 Cr Issue Opens, Bidding Closes Aug 21
Gaja Capital’s ₹550 crore IPO launched August 19, with bids closing August 21. Priced between ₹152-₹160, the issue includes anchor investor backing.
Invesco India Pharma & Healthcare Fund NFO Launched
Invesco India launches its Pharma and Healthcare Fund NFO on Aug 18, 2026. Invest ₹1,000+ in this equity fund aiming to track index returns.
India’s New-Age Firms: $165B Market Cap Driven by IPOs
India’s top 50 new-age companies reach $165B market cap, fueled by a surge in IPOs. Discover the impact on startups and investors.
India Graduates: Finance Boom Creates Sectoral Talent Gaps
Indian graduates are flocking to finance and consulting, causing critical talent shortages in manufacturing and other essential sectors. Explore the impact.
Blinkit Dominates India’s Quick Commerce: Eternal’s Growth Surge
Eternal Limited’s Blinkit leads India’s quick commerce sector with impressive growth, expanding its dark store network and achieving profitability against competitors like Swiggy Instamart.
India Considers Duty-Free Sugar Imports to Curb Price Hikes
India’s government is exploring duty-free sugar imports and bulk trader limits to stabilize rising retail prices ahead of festive seasons, amid concerns over monsoon impact on yields.
Apple Stock Downgraded by Jefferies: iPhone Strategy Shift
Jefferies downgrades Apple (AAPL) stock to ‘Underperform’ due to the cancellation of a high-priced all-glass iPhone, impacting future ASPs and margins.
Nifty50 Dips 6th Day: Oil, Yields Impact; ONGC, BPCL, RailTel in Focus
Indian stocks, including Nifty50, fell for the sixth straight session on August 18, impacted by oil prices and global yields. Key updates from ONGC, BPCL, and RailTel.