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Hidden Mutual Fund Costs: India Investors Pay Rs 27,335 Cr in Commissions
Indian mutual fund investors face Rs 27,335 crore in hidden distribution commissions in FY25. Learn how these costs impact your returns and who benefits most.
Ahasolar Technologies Lands Major Renewable Energy Projects
Ahasolar Technologies secures significant work order from NLC India Renewables for large-scale battery energy storage and solar projects, boosting India’s green energy infrastructure.
Indian Stocks Fall: Crude Oil & IT Sell-off Drag Sensex Down
Indian equity markets closed lower on Monday, with the Sensex down 0.36%. Rising crude oil prices and IT sector selling pressure impacted trading.
New Mutual Fund NFOs Launching August 2026
Discover new fund offers from Edelweiss, ITI, and Nippon India launching in August 2026. Explore diverse investment options for your portfolio.
NDR INVIT Trust Reports Strong Q1 2026 Profit & Sales Growth
NDR INVIT Trust announces impressive Q1 2026 results with Rs 368.48M profit and a 37.30% sales surge. Discover key financial highlights and performance drivers.
Gaja Alternative Asset Management IPO: Rs 579 Crore Issue Opens Aug 19
Gaja Alternative Asset Management’s IPO opens Aug 19-21, 2026, aiming to raise up to Rs 579 crore. Details on share allocation and price band revealed.
Call Rates Drop to 4.90% as Demand Eases
Interbank call rates fell to 4.90% on Monday from 5.25% Friday, reflecting eased demand for short-term funds at the start of the reporting cycle.
Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Ends Marginally Lower; IT Drags While Banks, Metals Show Strength | 17 Aug 2026, 03:45 PM IST
Indian equities closed Monday, August 17, 2026, with the Nifty 50 marginally lower. IT stocks weighed heavily, while banking and metal sector gains provided crucial support. Midcap indices showed resilience.
Indigo Paints Stock Surges 61% on Strong Q1 Profit
Indigo Paints’ Q1FY27 net profit soared 61.07% to Rs 41.75 crore, driving its stock price up on the BSE and boosting investor confidence.
Horizon Industrial Parks IPO: Limited Day 1 Demand, Retail Investor Focus
Horizon Industrial Parks’ ₹2,600 crore IPO experienced limited subscription on Day 1, with retail investors driving the demand. Grey market premium suggests potential listing gains.
Reliance Industries Partners with Rolls-Royce for AMCA Engine Program
Reliance Industries shares rise on potential AMCA engine program partnership with Rolls-Royce, aiming for indigenous combat engine development in India.
Money Expo India 2026: Mumbai Financial Event
Money Expo India 2026 in Mumbai (Aug 29-30) features 120+ exhibitors & 100 speakers on India’s financial markets, fintech, trading, and investments.
Jefferies Downgrades BSE: 16% Downside Seen
Jefferies downgrades BSE to ‘underperform’ with a 16% lower price target of Rs 2,940, citing STT hike, RBI norms, and CAS impact.
Invesco India Contra Fund Boosts Equity Exposure
Invesco India Contra Fund revises asset allocation from Aug 18, 2026, significantly increasing equity exposure to 80-100% and reducing debt.
Rupee to Hit ₹97/$ by FY27 Amid Global Risks: BMI Forecast
BMI projects the Indian rupee to weaken to ₹97/$ by FY27 and ₹99/$ by FY28, citing global risks, energy prices, and interest rate shifts.
SBI Mutual Fund Boosts Tenneco Clean Air India Stake to 6.11%
SBI Mutual Fund significantly raises its stake in Tenneco Clean Air India to 6.11% via open market purchases, acquiring an additional 5.22% voting capital.
RBI Advances FCNR(B) Swap Deadline to Aug 31, 2026
RBI moves FCNR(B) swap deadline to Aug 31, 2026, due to rapid $52.3B inflows. Learn about the impact on NRIs and Indian banking.
Avoid 8 Forex Mistakes for Your Southeast Asia Holiday
Planning a Southeast Asia trip? Avoid 8 common forex mistakes that can inflate your holiday expenses. Expert tips to save money on currency exchange.
SEBI Makes Closing Auction Session Permanent for F&O Stocks
SEBI Chairman confirms the Closing Auction Session for F&O stocks is now permanent. Learn how this impacts market closing prices and trading hours.
Money Market Funds: Understanding 1-Month Returns for Savings
Explore money-market funds for short-term savings. Learn how 1-month returns can help you evaluate funds and meet your financial goals.
5 New Mutual Funds Open: Nippon, Quant, ITI, Edelweiss NFOs
Explore 5 new mutual fund offers from Nippon India, Quant, ITI, and Edelweiss, opening August 17, 2026. Discover hybrid, debt, and commodity NFOs with diverse investment options.
Sembcorp Green Infra Eyes $500M IPO Amidst India’s Renewable Boom
Sembcorp Industries plans a $500M IPO for its Indian renewable energy arm, Sembcorp Green Infra, capitalizing on India’s booming green energy market and strong investor interest.
Julius Baer: Crude Oil to $60, Boosting India’s Economy
Julius Baer’s Mark Matthews predicts crude oil falling to $60/barrel, easing Rupee pressure and boosting India’s economic growth. Discover the impact.
Nippon India Launches New Omni Fund of Fund for Balanced Returns
Nippon India Mutual Fund introduces its Income Plus Arbitrage Omni Fund of Fund, targeting balanced returns through arbitrage and debt scheme investments. NFO open Aug 17-31.
Kotak Adjusts Mid-Cap Portfolio: Kalpataru Projects In, 360ONE Out
Kotak Institutional Equities reshuffles its mid-cap portfolio, adding Kalpataru Projects for growth potential and removing 360ONE after its stock surge.
Market Highlights: Nifty 50 Hovers Near Flatline as Midcaps Show Strength Intraday | 17 Aug 2026, 02:00 PM IST
Indian equities see mixed trading mid-session. Nifty 50 is down slightly, while Nifty Bank and NIFTY Midcap 100 post modest gains. FIIs remained net buyers on the previous day.
Unclaimed Mutual Fund Money: Rs 3,811 Cr by FY26
SEBI data reveals a staggering Rs 3,811 crore in unclaimed mutual fund dividends and redemptions by FY26. Learn what investors must do now.
Dhoot Transmission Shares Drop 5% After Strong IPO Debut
Dhoot Transmission shares fall over 5% due to profit booking after a strong market debut. Analyst suggests a long-term hold for the auto component manufacturer.
Dhoot Transmission IPO: Shares Debut with 38% Premium on NSE
Dhoot Transmission lists on NSE at Rs 1,200, a 38% premium over its IPO price. Analysts offer mixed advice: hold for long-term growth or book partial profits.
ESOPs Abroad: Use Exercise Date FMV as Cost for Capital Gains
Non-residents can use ESOP exercise-date Fair Market Value as cost for capital gains, per a key ITAT Mumbai ruling. Learn how this impacts your tax.