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Accel India IV Sells Urban Company Stake to 4.84%
Accel India IV reduces its stake in Urban Company to 4.84% after selling 2 crore equity shares on August 13, 2026. Learn more about this significant divestment.
RBI Closes FCNR(B) Swap Early: $52.3B Inflows
RBI to close FCNR(B) swap facility on Aug 31, 2026, ahead of schedule, due to over $52.3 billion in forex inflows. Learn more about the impact on India’s economy.
Vanguard Canada August 2026 ETF Distributions Announced
Vanguard Canada declares August 2026 cash distributions for VRE and VDY ETFs. Get details on payments for unitholders of record August 21, 2026.
Shiprocket IPO Oversubscribed 99x: Strong Investor Demand Noted
Shiprocket’s IPO saw overwhelming investor demand, closing 99.38 times oversubscribed. The e-commerce platform raised Rs 1,617.5 crore, with strong participation from QIBs, non-institutional, and retail investors.
Lalithaa Jewellery Raises ₹508 Cr from Anchor Investors Ahead of IPO
Lalithaa Jewellery Mart secures ₹508 crore from 22 anchor investors, including Goldman Sachs, ahead of its ₹1,700 crore IPO opening August 17.
Prayagraj Gold Rates Stable Aug 14, 2026: 24K ₹15,515/gm
Gold prices in Prayagraj remained steady on August 14, 2026. 24-carat gold is ₹15,515/gm and 22-carat gold is ₹14,224/gm. Stay updated on market trends.
Active Funds Beat Passive: Higher Costs Justified by Returns
Discover how active mutual funds consistently outperform passive funds, especially in small-caps, justifying their higher expense ratios with superior returns.
Lalithaa Jewellery IPO: ₹508 Cr Anchor Funding Secured
Lalithaa Jewellery Mart raises ₹508.20 Cr from 22 anchor investors, including Goldman Sachs, ahead of its IPO. Price set at ₹201 per share.
US Retail Sales Fall: Fed Rate Hike Doubts Grow
US retail sales unexpectedly fell 0.6% in July, the largest drop in 14 months. This decline fuels doubts about further Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.
NMDC Steel Q1 Profit Drops 87% Amid Margin Squeeze
NMDC Steel’s Q1 FY27 net profit plunges 87.1% to Rs 50.5 crore due to a 50.4% EBITDA drop and significant margin contraction.
Patanjali Foods Q1 Profit Soars 87%, Declares Two Dividends
Patanjali Foods reports an 86.7% surge in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 336 crore, with revenue up 29.3%. Company declares two interim dividends.
India Fund Outflows Ease in July 2026, ETFs Provide Support
Foreign investor redemptions from India funds moderated in July 2026. While selling persists, ETFs offer crucial support against capital outflows.
India Mutual Funds: Focus Shifts to Investor Retention
India’s mutual fund sector, after rapid growth, now prioritizes investor retention. Yaseen Sahar leads this crucial shift towards positive investor experiences.
RBI Forex Swap: $56.85B Inflow Before Closure
The Reserve Bank of India’s USD-INR forex swap facility successfully attracted $56.85 billion, mainly from FCNR(B) deposits, before its August 31 closure.
Purple Style Labs Eyes ₹660 Cr IPO by Aug 2026 Post-SEBI Nod
Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop parent, Purple Style Labs, gears up for a ₹660 crore IPO by August 2026, having secured SEBI approval. Funds to boost retail expansion and marketing.
WeWork Global Sells 2.5% Stake in WeWork India for Rs 244 Crore
WeWork Global’s affiliate divested a 2.5% stake in WeWork India Management for Rs 244 crore via open market transactions on August 14, 2026. Learn more.
Zaggle Prepaid Q1 Profit Plummets 57% Amid Margin Squeeze
Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services Ltd. reports a sharp 56.9% sequential decline in Q1 FY27 net profit and revenue, with operating margins contracting significantly.
NMDC Q1 Profit Up 1.9% Amid Margin Pressure
NMDC reports a 1.9% rise in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 2,006 crore. Revenue flat, EBITDA margin contracts to 36.3% despite strong iron ore performance.
Vedanta Acquires Punnam Manganese Block in Andhra Pradesh
Vedanta Limited secures the Punnam manganese block in Andhra Pradesh, enhancing its mining portfolio and domestic supply chain for critical industrial metals.
Rasandik Engineering Sees 26.89% Sales Surge, Loss Narrows
Rasandik Engineering Industries India reports a significant 26.89% sales increase to Rs 17.60 crore and a reduced net loss of Rs 0.71 crore in Q1 2026.
Gillette India: Rs 60 Final Dividend Record Date Set for Aug 24
Gillette India confirms August 24 as the record date for its Rs 60 final dividend. Shareholders to receive payment by September 30, following AGM approval.
Technocraft Ventures Lists with 34% Premium on NSE & BSE
Technocraft Ventures makes a strong market debut, listing at over 34% premium on NSE and BSE, exceeding IPO expectations after raising Rs 252 crore.
Discount Brokers Revolutionize Indian Stock Investing: Low Costs, High Tech
Discover how new-age discount brokers are transforming India’s stock market with technology-driven platforms and significantly lower trading costs. Learn about key players like Pocketful and Zerodha.
SEBI Overhauls Settlement Framework to Cut Litigation
SEBI proposes a major overhaul of its settlement framework, aiming to simplify calculations, reduce penalties, and streamline regulatory proceedings, potentially cutting litigation significantly.
Indian Investors Diversify: Beyond Gold & Fixed Deposits
Indian investors are diversifying beyond traditional assets like gold and fixed deposits, exploring private credit, structured debt, and cryptocurrencies for growth.
Reddit Stock Soars 13% on S&P 500 Inclusion News
Reddit shares jump 13% pre-market as it prepares to join the S&P 500 index, replacing AvalonBay Communities Inc. effective August 18.
BMW Industries Profit Soars 25.79% in June 2026 Quarter
BMW Industries reports a strong Q1 2026 with net profit up 25.79% to Rs 19.12 crore and sales rising 11.64% to Rs 166.00 crore.
SAT Approves Zee Entertainment’s ₹3,143 Cr Warrant Issue
Securities Appellate Tribunal clears Zee Entertainment’s ₹3,143 crore preferential warrant issue, providing vital fundraising relief and extending the issuance deadline.
Indian Stocks Dip 4th Day: Crude Surge, Foreign Selling Hit Markets
Indian equity markets extended losses for a fourth consecutive day on August 14, 2026, as surging crude oil prices and foreign investor selling weighed on the Nifty and Sensex.
UTI Launches New Balanced Hybrid Fund: Your Investment Guide
Explore UTI Mutual Fund’s new Balanced Hybrid Fund. Learn about NFO dates, minimum investment, fees, and how it blends equity & debt for your portfolio.