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India Retail Traders Lost ₹91,685 Cr in FY26 F&O Trading
SEBI data reveals Indian retail traders lost ₹91,685 crore in FY26 F&O trading, with algorithmic desks profiting significantly. Learn more about the market dynamics.

SEBI Mandates Life Cycle Funds for Retirement by 2026
SEBI discontinues old retirement funds, mandating transition to Life Cycle Funds with glide paths by February 2026 for streamlined retirement planning.

Gaja Alternative IPO Oversubscribed 16.57x, Listing at ₹174
Gaja Alternative Asset Management’s IPO closed with 16.57x subscription. Estimated listing price at ₹174 on August 26. Get IPO details and GMP.

CleanMax Stock: Ventura Predicts 55% Rally, Initiates ‘Buy’
Ventura Securities initiates ‘Buy’ on CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions, projecting a 55% upside after its IPO correction. Explore stock performance and future outlook.

ENERGYINF Profit Plummets 89% in June Quarter
ENERGYINF reports a drastic 89.05% profit decline to Rs. 283M in the June 2026 quarter, with sales down 7.73%. Explore the financial challenges.

Madhur Knit Crafts IPO: Rs 53.27 Cr Issue Opens Aug 24
Madhur Knit Crafts launches its IPO on August 24, 2026, aiming to raise Rs 53.27 crore. Discover key details about this textile manufacturer’s public offering.

Indian Equity Funds: Up to 24x Returns in 20 Years
Discover how seven Indian equity mutual funds have multiplied investor wealth up to 24 times over two decades. Explore top performers and their impressive CAGRs.

VIP Industries Revenue Up 3%, Recovery Path Ahead
VIP Industries breaks 7-quarter slump with 3% Q1FY27 revenue growth. New management tackles inventory, targeting profitability by FY28.

Silver Prices Jump Rs 15,000 Amid Dollar Weakness
Silver prices surge Rs 15,000 in three days due to a weakening US dollar and fluctuating Treasury yields, boosting precious metal appeal.

Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Closes Marginally Up, Nifty Bank Supports Amid Mixed Market Performance | 21 Aug 2026, 03:45 PM IST
Indian equities concluded Friday’s session with the Nifty 50 posting a slight gain, closing at 24234.75. The Nifty Bank index provided key support, while midcap stocks saw minor declines.

Groww Stock Dips 2.25% Amidst Strong Growth Metrics
Groww shares fell 2.25% to ₹196.20 on Aug 21, 2026. Despite the daily dip, the company shows strong long-term growth, with significant QoQ profit increases and YoY revenue gains.

Indian Stocks Flat: Inflation Jitters vs. Sectoral Gains
Indian benchmarks Sensex and Nifty trade flat with a positive bias. Inflation fears are balanced by buying in banks and utilities, despite losses in Energy, IT, and Auto.

Lumino Industries IPO: Price Band Rs78-82, Opens Aug 27
Lumino Industries sets IPO price band at Rs78-82 per share. The offering opens August 27, 2026, and closes August 31, 2026. Funds to repay debt & fund capex.

Tempsens Instruments IPO Subscribes 7X, Eyes 90% Premium
Tempsens Instruments IPO surges past 7X subscription on day 2, driven by NII & retail demand. Grey Market Premium suggests a potential 90% listing gain.

Data Patterns Wins ₹585 Cr Radar Electronics Order from BEL
Data Patterns secures a major ₹585.76 crore order from Bharat Electronics for Radar Electronics, boosting its stock and order book.

Augmont IPO: ₹825 Cr Launch, 35% Premium Expected
Augmont Enterprises launches ₹825 Cr IPO Aug 21-25, 2026. Grey Market Premium suggests a 35.53% listing premium. Details inside!

Oval Projects Secures ₹27.34 Cr in New Orders for FY27
Oval Projects Engineering lands ₹27.34 crore in new orders across three contracts in the first five months of FY27, boosting infrastructure development.

India’s Premium Shift: How Consumer Choices Impact Your Wallet
Discover how rising incomes and aspirations are driving Indian consumers towards premium products and experiences, reshaping shopping habits and impacting your personal finance.

IIFL Finance Stock Hits New High on Strong Outlook & Fitch Upgrade
IIFL Finance stock surges 8% to a record high of ₹687, driven by a robust business outlook and a significant Fitch Ratings upgrade. Explore the company’s growth strategy.

S&S Power Switchgear Stock Surges on Rs 50 Cr Vedanta Order
S&S Power Switchgear’s stock hits upper circuit after subsidiary secures over Rs 50 crore order from Vedanta Aluminium Metal for Pot Control Systems.

General Atlantic Sells 8.7% KFin Tech Stake for ₹1,400 Cr
General Atlantic offloads 8.7% stake in KFin Technologies for ₹1,400 crore, selling 1.51 crore shares in an open market transaction. Key buyers include Invesco, Mirae Asset.

SEBI Rules Curb Retail Derivatives Trading in India
SEBI’s new regulations trigger a major exit of retail investors from India’s derivatives market in FY26, ending a decade of growth. Learn about the impact.

India’s New FDI Rule: 29 Proposals Post 10% China Stake Change
India sees 29 FDI proposals worth ₹4,895 crore after easing rules for overseas firms with up to 10% Chinese shareholding, streamlining investment.

HSBC Reopens Funds for SIPs; Baroda BNP Paribas Aqua Closes
HSBC reopens three international funds for SIPs & lump sums up to Rs 2 lakh/month. Baroda BNP Paribas Aqua fund closes shortly after reopening. Stay informed!

ICICI Pru AMC: Motilal Oswal Predicts 23% Upside
Motilal Oswal maintains a ‘Buy’ rating on ICICI Prudential AMC with a Rs 3,800 target, citing strong growth in active equity and alternatives.

Shiprocket IPO Oversubscribed 102x, Lists on BSE & NSE
Shiprocket’s IPO oversubscribed 102.28 times, raising INR 16,174.85 million. Shares list on BSE & NSE on August 19, 2026. Details inside.

Indian Small-Cap Funds: Stellar SIP Returns Over 10 Years
Discover how Indian small-cap mutual funds have delivered exceptional SIP returns, with some yielding up to 24.5% annually over the last decade. Explore top performers.

Shanthi Gears Stock Surges 17% on Tube Investments Stake Boost
Shanthi Gears shares jumped 17% after Tube Investments of India increased its stake to 73.16% via a ₹77.49 crore block deal, boosting investor confidence.

Motilal Oswal Recommends ‘Buy’ for ICICI Pru AMC with 23% Upside
Motilal Oswal initiates ‘Buy’ rating on ICICI Prudential AMC, setting a Rs 3,800 target price with a projected 23% upside, citing growth in active equity and alternatives.

Skyways Air IPO GMP Hits 32%, Debut Aug 24
Skyways Air IPO’s Grey Market Premium reaches ₹45 (32.61% premium) ahead of its August 24 subscription opening. Details on price, dates, and company.