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Nippon India Hybrid Fund Tops 3-Year Returns
Nippon India Multi-Asset Omni FoF leads hybrid funds with 17.3% 3-year CAGR, outperforming peers during a market correction.
Nifty August Futures Trade at 61.60 Point Premium
Nifty August 2026 futures closed at a 61.60 point premium over spot, with September futures also showing a significant premium. Key derivatives data included.
Asian Markets Mixed: Oil Surges, Yields Rise, China Gains
Asian markets closed mixed Tuesday as Brent crude surged past $91 and US Treasury yields rose, while Chinese stocks advanced. Geopolitical tensions and inflation worries impacted trading.
Ahluwalia Contracts Tops BSE ‘A’ Group Losers with 9.82% Drop
Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Ltd was the top loser in the BSE ‘A’ group on Aug 18, 2026, with a 9.82% stock decline, closing at Rs 714.7.
ED Freezes Rs 30 Cr SAGA Group Ponzi Scam Assets
Enforcement Directorate freezes Rs 30 crore in SAGA Group Ponzi scam assets, including shares and securities, intensifying its probe into financial fraud in India.
Shiprocket IPO Oversubscribed 99x, Eyes 34% Listing Gain
Shiprocket’s ₹1,617 crore IPO saw a massive 99.38x oversubscription. Grey market premium suggests a potential 34% listing gain from its ₹97 issue price.
BSE & PHDCCI Partner for MSME Equity Growth
BSE and PHDCCI forge strategic alliance to boost capital market access and equity financing for India’s MSMEs, enhancing growth opportunities.
Nippon India IT ETF Leads 3-Month Returns; PSU Banks Strong
Nippon India ETF Nifty IT shines with 11.8% 3-month returns. PSU Bank ETFs show strong 24.0% gains over 1-3 years, despite IT ETF tracking errors.
NSE IPO Targets Record ₹5.26 Lakh Crore Valuation
National Stock Exchange eyes a record-breaking IPO valuation of up to ₹5.26 lakh crore, potentially India’s largest ever. Shares priced at ₹2,000-₹2,100.
Indian Stocks Fall Amid Geopolitical Fears & FII Outflows
Indian equity markets extend losses as geopolitical uncertainty and significant FII selling pressure the Sensex and Nifty. Crude oil prices also a concern.
India Exposition Mart Files IPO: Rs 75 Lakh Shares for Fresh Issue
India Exposition Mart Ltd files IPO papers with Sebi, planning a fresh issue of 75 lakh equity shares and an OFS to fund infrastructure upgrades.
Piramal Pharma Acquires Majority Stake in Yapan Bio
Piramal Pharma strengthens its position by acquiring a majority stake in Yapan Bio, making it a subsidiary and enhancing its large molecule capabilities.
Indian Stocks Dip: Geopolitical Fears, FII Outflows Hit Market
Indian equity markets faced pressure, with Sensex down 0.46% amid rising US-Iran tensions and significant FII fund outflows. Crude oil prices surge.
Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Ends Lower by 0.50% as Key Indices Decline on August 18 | 18 Aug 2026, 03:45 PM IST
Indian equity benchmarks concluded Tuesday, August 18, 2026, on a negative note. The Nifty 50 settled at 24166.35, declining by 121.30 points, as broader market indices also saw losses.
ICICI Bank Raises $750M in Bond Amid Dollar Debt Drive
ICICI Bank successfully raised $750 million via a five-year US dollar bond, boosting its total dollar debt fundraising to $2.05 billion in a month.
India Boosts Defense: Rs 52,000 Cr Drone Orders Fuel Stocks
India’s defense modernization accelerates with Rs 52,000 crore in drone and counter-drone system orders, significantly impacting listed defense companies like NIBE, Zen Technologies, ideaForge, and Data Patterns.
RBI Rate Cuts: 5 Steps to Prepare Your Investment Portfolio
Strategically position your investments for upcoming RBI rate cuts. Learn 5 essential steps to audit debt duration, employ barbell strategy, and more.
MCX Invests ₹200 Cr in New Coal & Mineral Trading Platforms
MCX commits ₹200 crore to launch dedicated coal and mineral trading platforms, boosting transparency and price discovery in India’s commodity markets. SEBI approval secured.
Molbio Diagnostics IPO: ₹980 Debut, ₹940 Cr Raised for Global Growth
Molbio Diagnostics lists at ₹980 (21% premium), raising ₹940 crore via IPO to fund R&D and global expansion, targeting US markets.
India Eyes Sugar Import Duty Cut to Curb Record Prices
India considers slashing its 100% sugar import duty to increase domestic supply and control record-high prices, especially before the festive season.
Skymet Forecast: 2026 Monsoon at 85% LPA, 70% Drought Risk
Skymet Weather drastically cuts 2026 monsoon forecast to 85% LPA, citing a 70% drought risk. Impacts India’s agriculture and economy.
Bajaj Finance Raises ₹498 Cr via NCDs at 7.79% Interest
Bajaj Finance approves allotment of secured NCDs worth ₹498.22 crore at 7.79% interest, reinforcing its financial strength alongside robust Q1FY27 profits.
Anthropic IPO Buzz: $200B Revenue Target Sparks $2T Valuation
AI leader Anthropic projects $200B revenue by 2028, fueling $2T valuation speculation ahead of its highly anticipated IPO. Rapid growth and profit targets revealed.
Milky Mist IPO Soars 30% on Debut, Valuation Hits S$1.9B
Temasek-backed Milky Mist Dairy Food’s shares surged 30% on its Indian debut, reaching a S$1.9 billion valuation after a successful US$163 million IPO.
Sunshine Pictures IPO Fully Subscribed in 2 Hours
Sunshine Pictures Ltd’s IPO fully subscribed within 2 hours on Aug 18, 2026, despite mixed analyst views. Retail investors showed strong demand.
Top 14 Midcap Stocks to Watch: August 2026 Growth Picks
Discover 14 promising Nifty Midcap 100 stocks for August 2026. Samco’s analysis reveals growth potential, risks, and investment strategies for these dynamic companies.
Piramal Pharma Boosts Stake in Yapan Bio, Shares Climb
Piramal Pharma Ltd. shares rose 2.65% after acquiring a 40.67% stake in Yapan Bio for Rs 76 crore, making it a subsidiary.
SIPs: Discipline Over Averaging, Says Capitalmind CEO
Capitalmind CEO Deepak Shenoy reveals the true power of SIPs: building disciplined saving habits, not just rupee-cost averaging. Learn more!
India Inc. Q1 Profits Soar 23.7% (Excluding BFSI & Crude)
India Inc. reports a strong Q1FY27 with profits up 23.7% (ex-BFSI, crude) and sales up 17.5%, driven by strategic price hikes and demand resilience.
Sensex Dips Amid Global & Domestic Pressures
BSE Sensex falls 0.44% to 77383.64 due to global concerns, weaker rupee, and foreign outflows. India’s unemployment rate hits a 4-month low.