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Sebi Study: FPIs Exit IPO Anchor Investments Faster Than MFs
Sebi study reveals Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) divest IPO anchor shares nearly twice as fast as Mutual Funds post lock-in, impacting institutional commitment.

Sebi’s New Colour-Coded Risk Meter for Debt Securities
Sebi proposes a new colour-coded risk meter to simplify credit risk assessment for debt securities, making it easier for retail investors to understand bond risks.

SEBI Proposes New Accredited Investor Rules in India
SEBI proposes revised accredited investor criteria in India, lowering the bar to Rs 5 crore in market assets for individuals, potentially quadrupling the AI base.

APAR Industries Raises ₹2,500 Cr via QIP, Stock Dips 4.38%
APAR Industries successfully raised ₹2,500 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement, allotting shares at ₹14,805 each, despite a 4.38% stock decline on the BSE.

Gulf Oil Giants Invest Billions in New Shipping Routes
Gulf oil nations invest billions in pipelines & infrastructure to bypass Strait of Hormuz risks amid regional conflict. Crude exports plummet.

Nifty Holds 24,265: Bullish Trend Intact, RSI Signals Caution
Nifty closes above key MAs at 24,395, maintaining a bullish outlook. However, RSI moderation suggests caution. Key levels: Support 24,265, Resistance 24,630.

SBI Raises $500M Bonds Amid Strong Global Demand
State Bank of India’s London branch successfully raised $500M via Regulation S bonds, attracting 145 global investors with a 5.25% coupon rate.

Fino Payments Bank Reports Q1 Net Loss Amid Digital Payments Shift
Fino Payments Bank posts Rs 13.7 crore net loss in Q1 FY24 due to digital payment recalibration and cash business pressures, despite NII growth.

AMD Plans $5 Billion Bond Sale for AI Demand
AMD plans its largest-ever $5 billion investment-grade bond sale to fund surging demand for AI-driven computing capacity, marking a significant capital raise.

LIC Stake Sale: India’s Largest Offer For Sale Hits ₹31,552 Crore
India’s government successfully sold a 6.5% stake in LIC for ₹31,552 crore, marking the nation’s largest-ever offer for sale and boosting public shareholding.

APAR Industries Raises ₹2,500 Cr Via QIP
APAR Industries successfully completes Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP), raising ₹2,500 crores through equity share allotment to bolster financial strength and fuel growth.

Gaja Capital IPO: Target Valuation & Revised Size
Gaja Capital revises IPO to Rs 550 crore, targeting $237M valuation. Learn about the price band, fund allocation, and reasons for the adjustment.

SEBI Expands Accredited Investor Criteria in India
SEBI proposes to significantly expand India’s Accredited Investor pool by introducing securities market assets as a key eligibility criterion, potentially tripling the number of eligible investors.

Pandora’s Platinum Shift Fuels 55% Stock Surge
Pandora’s strategic move from sterling silver to platinum-plated jewelry has driven a remarkable 55% surge in its stock price over three months. Learn more.

SEBI: Mutual Fund Distributors Must Prioritize Investor Trust
SEBI’s Amarjeet Singh emphasizes ethical practices and transparent risk communication for mutual fund distributors to build and maintain investor trust amid industry growth.

India-US Talks: Tariff Threat Over Russian Oil Imports
India addresses US Senate’s 100% tariff threat on Russian oil imports amidst ongoing, reassuring trade negotiations with Washington.

UltraTech Cement Promoter Sells Rs 2,896 Cr Stake
Pilani Investment and Industries Corporation, an UltraTech Cement promoter, offloaded a 0.85% stake worth Rs 2,896 crore in a significant block deal, reducing its holding.

SBI Raises $500M in Bonds Amidst Global Demand
State Bank of India’s London branch successfully raised $500 million via Regulation S bonds, attracting 145 global investors and showcasing strong international confidence.

Sebi’s Credit Risk-o-Meter: Simplifying Debt Investment for Retail Investors
Sebi proposes a mandatory ‘Credit Risk-o-Meter’ for debt securities, using color-coding to simplify risk assessment for retail investors in India.

SBI Raises $500M in London Bond Issue at Record Low Spread
State Bank of India successfully raised $500 million from its London branch at a 5.25% coupon rate, achieving the tightest spread for an Indian public bond issuance since RBI’s swap announcement.

Sebi Study: Anchor Investors Exit Smaller IPOs Faster
A Sebi study on 242 IPOs reveals anchor investors exit smaller issues at higher rates post-lock-in. Learn about the trends and implications for investors.

Gaja Asset Management IPO: ₹550 Cr Issue Opens Aug 19
Gaja Alternative Asset Management Limited launches ₹550 crore IPO on August 19, 2026. Share price band set at ₹152-₹160. Details inside.

India Raises $3.3B in LIC Stake Sale, Boosts Public Holding
India’s government successfully divested a 6.5% stake in LIC, raising $3.3 billion and increasing public shareholding to 10%. Learn about this major market event.

Mutual Fund NAV Lag: Why App Values Differ from CAS
Confused by differing mutual fund values on apps vs. CAS? Understand NAV lag, how CAS works, and why these discrepancies occur. Get clarity on your investments.

Gold, Silver Dip on Soft US Inflation; Analysts Bullish
Gold and silver prices fell Thursday after a softer US inflation report, leading to profit-taking despite reduced rate hike concerns. Analysts remain bullish.

Indigo Paints Q1 FY27 Profit Soars 60% on Strong Sales
Indigo Paints reports a remarkable 60% jump in Q1 FY27 net profit to ₹41.7 crore, fueled by robust sales growth and improved margins. Revenue up 19.7%.

Sensex-Nifty Divergence: Liquidity Woes Amid SEBI Reforms
Sensex and Nifty show divergence on expiry day, signaling liquidity challenges despite SEBI’s efforts to improve market functioning and transparency.

India Crude Oil Demand to Hit 6.11 mbpd by 2027: OPEC
OPEC forecasts India’s crude oil demand to surge 7% by 2027, reaching 6.11 mbpd, driven by Q4 2027 consumption spike. Explore the economic implications.

CapitaLand Investment H1 2026 Profit Soars 14%
CapitaLand Investment (CLI) reports a 14% profit surge in H1 2026, reaching S$327M. Fee income and asset recycling drive strong financial performance.

Shiprocket IPO Oversubscribed 3.16x; Retail Bids Surge
Shiprocket’s IPO sees strong demand, oversubscribed 3.16x on day 2, with retail investors bidding 9.76 times their quota. IPO closes Friday.